Are you ready to make a change in your life? Have you been busy with a career or raising a family and put working out on the back burner? Most people’s activity level tends to significantly decrease in their 30s and 40s, and it only continues from there. It’s time to focus on you and spend just a few minutes each day doing something for yourself.
I understand this is easier said than done, so I’ve created a workout to get you started that can be done in your own home with no equipment required. All you need is an open space on the floor. This workout is designed to be challenging but not impossible. Do what you can and work your way up to going through it all, and eventually go through it twice! View the video for a brief demonstration for the exercises in the workout below.
Beginner cardio circuit workout:
- 1 minute straight leg kicks (travel as you do them if you have the space; otherwise do them stationary)
- 1 minute high knees (travel if you have the space; otherwise do them stationary)
- 1 minute walking or stationary (alternating legs) lunges
- 1 minute recover/rest
- 1 minute skater lunges
- 1 minute mountain climbers
- 30 seconds split jumps
- 30 seconds froggers
- 1 minute recover/rest
- 30 seconds modified push-ups
- 1 minute lateral hops (feet together)
- 1 minute forward and back hops
- 30 seconds modified push-ups
- 30 seconds knee tucks
- 1 minute recover/rest
- 30 seconds center plank (modified if need be)
- 30 seconds side plank (modified if need be) on each side
- 30 seconds center plank (modified if need be)
- 1 minute straight leg kicks (traveling or stationary)
This workout can be done with modifications or added intensity if you are up for the challenge! This is intended to be done two to three times a week in combination with other forms of physical activity and a healthy diet. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water and stretch at the end of every workout.