Calorie Burn: Multi Joint vs. Single Joint Exercises

Опубликовано: 16 Март 2026
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On today’s episode of Live Lean TV, I’m answering a question about workouts that burn the most calories, and comparing multi-joint exercises vs single joint exercises.
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Hey, what's happening, Brad here from Live Lean TV, and today I'm diving deep into a topic that's got a lot of people scratching their heads: workouts that torch calories like nobody's business.

Now, when it comes to burning calories, most folks automatically think of long, boring cardio sessions on the treadmill – you know, the whole low-intensity steady-state deal. But here's the thing: if you're serious about shredding fat and revving up your metabolism, you need to shift your focus to resistance training.

Yup, you heard me right – resistance training. I'm talking full-body workouts that target those big muscle groups and send your calorie burn into overdrive. See, the goal here isn't just to burn calories during your workout – it's to keep that calorie burn going long after you've left the gym.

And that's where EPOC comes in – excessive post-oxygen consumption, aka the Afterburn Effect. This is when your body continues to burn calories at an elevated rate after a tough workout, thanks to increased oxygen intake and metabolic activity. Translation: you're still torching fat while you Netflix and chill.

But here's the kicker: not all workouts are created equal when it comes to calorie burn. While low-intensity cardio has its time and place, nothing beats a well-designed resistance training program for maxing out your calorie burn and ramping up your metabolism.

So, what kind of exercises should you be doing? Well, I'm glad you asked. We're talking compound multi-joint movements that recruit multiple muscle groups at once – think squats, deadlifts, lunges, and presses. These bad boys not only torch calories like nobody's business, but they also trigger a cascade of fat-burning hormones and enzymes to supercharge your results.

On the flip side, single-joint isolation exercises like bicep curls and leg extensions have their place, but they're not gonna give you the same calorie-burning bang for your buck. Sure, they'll help you sculpt those muscles and add definition, but if you're looking to max out your calorie burn, stick with the compound stuff.

And hey, if you're looking for a killer workout that'll leave you dripping in sweat and torching calories like a boss, I've got you covered. Check out my 800-calorie burning weight training workout – it's a total game-changer.

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