Supersets are a form of strength training where you pair two exercises and move from one to the other with little to no rest in between. This method allows you to get more work done in less time—and more work can lead to a leaner, more muscular physique.
A staggered superset involves alternating exercises for different body parts, such as squats and presses—like my daughter Jenna demonstrates in the video below. This approach improves recovery: while one area is working, the other is resting. It’s an ideal strategy if your goal is fat loss.
If your aim is hypertrophy, try performing two exercises back-to-back with little to no rest for either the same muscle group (agonist superset) or opposing muscle groups (antagonist superset). Below is a classic example of an antagonist superset.
For more details on how to implement this training method, check out:
Everything You Need to Know About Supersets – Part 1
Everything You Need to Know About Supersets – Part 2