Cardio/Core Workout
Meg and I made up this workout one day when we were pressed for time and needed to burn some calories but didn't feel like killing ourselves. The 20 second cardio gets your heart rate up, while the core allows you to recover a little, and incorporate some core strengthening too. This is an awesome workout that can be varied according to ability level, requires no equipment and can be modified easily. One of the things I love most about this workout is that it can be done anywhere - outside, while traveling, or at home. We keep this as a staple in our fitness program, especially when we want to increase our calorie burn. While we may change the specific exercises in the different variations we use, the general format remains the same.
Take this workout and make it your own!
This workout is a simple, yet effective to way burn calories while strengthening your core. It can be modified to different fitness levels and it has the added benefit of boosting your metabolic rate for 24 hours, which gives you an added afterburn.
HIIT CARDIO-CORE WORKOUT
directions:
20 seconds on/10 seconds rest * here is the Seconds app we love for timing circuits*
2 times through circuit for beginner - 4 times through circuit for advanced
1:00-2:00 minutes rest between circuits
10 minutes per circuit
You should consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Click HERE for full disclaimer.
equipment:
none
workout:
Reverse Crunch
Jumping Jack
Burpee
Crunch
Thrusters (Burpee with no stand/jump)
