The 50 Cent Workout

Posted by: Ryan

From time to time I like to look at celebrity workout programs to see what is hype and what is actually something that is effective and you can use in a regular basis. I have to say that most celebrity workouts are crash courses, workouts that only last on short duration for the stars to get in shape for their role and move on. Some celebrity workout routines end up being 7 days a week multiple hours a day. For us everyday folk, we are not really able to commit that extensive amount of time. So I was looking for a celebrity who walks the talk on an ongoing basis. That is what led me to the 50 Cent Workout. If you don't know who 50 Cent is, he is rapper and actor. For his upcoming role he actually loses tons of muscle to play a cancer patient but that is besides the point. The real question here is, does the 50 Cent workout have what it takes to build lean muscle, reduce fat, and be used on a regular basis? I tried the 50 Cent Workout so lets take a look and see what I thought shall we...

The Strategic Approach To The 50 Cent Workout

Any good workout plan will have a strategic approach. Without one, you will definitely not get the results you want and will more than likely waste more time. The 50 Cent workout does have a strategic approach to it which is a good sign. The 50 Cent workout utilizes periodizaton which basically means implementing variety into in the workout such as different rep and weight counts, tempo, intensity, super sets, etc. The 50 Cent workout also uses supplementation, nutritional protocols, recovery, and he changes the workout up frequently. Just looking at the 50 Cent workout by these few details I already knew that I would be a fan. It has the same approaches I use for my own workout routines. I highly suggest everyone use these strategies for their workout routines no matter what your goals are.

Here Is An Example Of The 50 Cent Workout For Strength Training

The workout lasts 40 minutes with minimal rest and it targeted to be near maximum effort.

50 Cent Workout Phase 1

Pushups: max in 60 seconds (no rest)
Pull ups: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Chin ups: 12-15 reps (1 minute rest)
Arnold Dumbbell Press: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Seated Cable Rows: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Medicine Ball Toss: max in 30 seconds (1 minute rest)

50 Cent Workout Phase 2

Arnold Press: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Seated Rows: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Medicine Ball Toss: max in 30 seconds (1 minute rest)
Dumbbell Alternate Curls: 12-15 reps with Olympic bar (no rest)
Dips: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Medicine Ball Chops: max in 30 seconds (1 minute rest)
Dumbbell Alternate Curls: 12-15 reps with Olympic bar (no rest)
Dips: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Medicine Ball Chops: max in 30 seconds (1 minute rest)

50 Cent Workout Phase 3

Power Cleans: 8-10 reps (no rest)
Single Leg Squats: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Squat Jumps: max in 30 seconds (1 minute rest)
Cleans: 8-10 reps (no rest)
Single Leg Squats: 12-15 reps (no rest)
Squat Jumps: max in 30 seconds (1 minute rest)

My Final Thoughts On The 50 Cent Workout

I really like the approach and how effective the workout is. I also like that it incorporates bodyweight exercises in it as well. I think this is one effective workout that you could do on a weekly basis for a total body workout. Workouts that incorporate strong nutrition, recovery, variety, bodyweight exercises, and HIIT are always effective. The 50 Cent Workout is in my opinion well worth implementing into your workout regimen.

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