Short on time and want to get your heart going? Here is a great little workout that will work your heart, get you sweating and only uses minimal space and equipment.
The exercises
High knees
Running on the spot but driving those knees as high as possible. For extra effort think about driving the arms as well.
Squat to Press
For this you will need two dumbbells or a resistance band. Start with the feet just over hip-width apart and a dumbbell in each hand, held at the shoulders. Bend at the hips and the knees, drawing the hips back as if you are going to sit on a small stool behind you. As you come back up to standing, drive the weights upwards in a shoulder press. Bring the weights down to the shoulders and repeat.
Jump squats
This is a progression from the squat pops, so this time start standing with your feet just over hip-width apart, then lower yourself into a squat. Then you are going to explosively jump up from the squat and as you land you are going straight into your next squat, then repeat- many times.
Reverse lunges
Step one foot straight back, keeping your torso straight with your shoulders relaxed and core engaged. Lower your hips until your knees are roughly at 90 degree angles, not letting your back knee hit the floor. Then step it back to the other foot, repeat on the other side.
Mountain climbers
Start in a high plank position making sure you are in a straight line from your heels to the crown of your head. Lift one foot off the floor and draw the knee in towards the chest, then replace that foot and repeat on the other. Repeat this movement as fast as po0ssible while maintaining the body position.
Remember to warm up first!
Perform each exercise at near maximum effort for 40 seconds with a 20 second rest between each exercise. Try this for 4-5 rounds for a good 20-25 minute workout!
