Men's Health

Armed and ready

Full-body circuits are the backbone of Royal Marines training. The ensuing pages will show you the exercises that are used to build circuits performed during training and out in the field. Simplicity is the key – these moves avoid complex techniques (as the circuits progress and fatigue sets in, your form tends to suffer, making complex workouts less effective). This means the exercises can be performed almost anywhere. Perfect for exercising onboard a ship or in the wilds of Afghanistan, and also perfect for those of you who don’t have a gym membership. All you need is a local park or beach, plus bags of willpower and the motivation to push past your mental limitations.

Feb 15, 2013