Sweating with ChatGPT: The Christmas Cookie Burner Workout

The Christmas Cookie Justification Workout: Burn Now, Cookies Later

The holidays are here, and that means two things: cookies and chaos. Between family gatherings, gift wrapping, and that 12th rewatch of Home Alone, squeezing in a workout can feel impossible. But let’s be real—those gingerbread men aren’t going to burn themselves off.

So, in the spirit of balance, I turned to ChatGPT for a workout that would let me earn my holiday treats. The result? A festive burner that’s as challenging as it is effective. I made one tweak, swapping out the 200m run for 400m—because go big or go home, right?

The Workout

5 Rounds for Time:

• 🚣‍♂️ 250m Row (moderate-to-high intensity)
• 🏋️‍♂️ 12 Dumbbell Thrusters (full squat to overhead press)
• 🔨 15 Medicine Ball Slams (max effort)
• 📦 10 Plyo Box Jumps (step down to reset if needed)
• 🤸‍♂️ 10 Burpees (chest to ground, jump and clap overhead)
• 🏃‍♂️ 400m Run (outdoors or treadmill)
  
  

Rest 1 minute between rounds to catch your breath and question your life choices.

Why It Works

This workout is the perfect mix of cardio, strength, and explosive power. Here’s why each move earns its place:

1. Rowing: Torches calories while activating your legs, core, and upper body.
2. Dumbbell Thrusters: A full-body movement that builds strength and endurance.
3. Medicine Ball Slams: Perfect for blowing off holiday stress (plus, your core will thank you).
4. Plyo Box Jumps: Boosts lower-body power and coordination.
5. Burpees: The ultimate test of grit—burns calories and improves agility.
6. Running: Rounds out the circuit with a heart-pumping cardio finisher.

Holiday Hustle Mindset

The beauty of this workout is that it’s short, sweet, and scalable. Whether you’re a seasoned gym rat or just trying to survive the holiday season, this burner will leave you sweaty and guilt-free for that second (or third) cookie.

And let’s not forget—fitness during the holidays is about balance. It’s okay to indulge, as long as you keep moving. This workout is your ticket to enjoying the season without the post-cookie regret.

So, grab your gear (shoutout to @tenthousand.cc) and get after it! Cookies now, gains forever. 🍪💪