Focus & Benefits: Today’s work includes 10 minutes of steady state cardio using a HIIT/Tabata-inspired format. This routine includes low and high impact options, making it ideal for nearly everyone on their fitness journey! Work out with me using bodyweight only, or grab a weighted vest or some weights to turn up the intensity.

Equipment: None

Tips & Helpful Information: We’re using bodyweight exercises to help us reach steady state cardio, which has been shown to burn fat, elevate your metabolism, and boost cardiovascular fitness. One of the tricks to maintaining steady state throughout this routine is to move at a consistent tempo (pace). But don’t worry — I share plenty of cues as well as modifications so that you can be as successful as possible. 

Difficulty & Modifications Explained: We’re rating this workout as a Level 3 due to its consistent effort, cardiometabolic burn, and exercise selection. Increasing your tempo and/or adding weights will increase your effort, whereas slowing your tempo will lower your difficulty level. 

Closing Note: One of the best parts about the Tabata-inspired format is that it leaves very little room for anxious thoughts, self-doubt, etc..! So if you need a fast-paced routine that allows you to shut your brain off and just MOVE, then you’re in the right place. 

– WORKOUT OUTLINE –

HIIT Circuit (8 min; 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off; repeat once)
Step out thrusters
High knees
Jumping jacks
Switch feet
Bicycle 
Russian twists
Pop ups (plank kick back to squat hold)
180 squat jumps 

2 Minute Burnout 
Burpees