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Long Steady Boring Cardio
The #1 reason why people don't do or stop doing cardio because of boredom. The 30 minute cardio feels like 5 hours. Sometimes you have to think outside the box. There is no written rules for cardio.
There are no rules that say you have to be on the same machine for the whole entire cardio workout. There are no rules that say you have to move in a steady pace. There are no rules that say you have to be on for a certain length of time.
Try these for a twist:
-Go on the treadmill and run as fast as you can for 5 mins. Cool down for a minute (jog slowly). Then, quickly jump on a stationary bike and pedal as fast as you can for 5 mins. Cool down for a minute (pedal light and slowly). Next, go on a elliptical machine and move quickly. Another cool down. Do 1 minute of jump rope, rest for 30 seconds, and do another minute of jump rope, then rest again for 30 seconds. Do 10 traditional pushups, and then 10 bodyweight squats, then do 30 jumping jacks.
-Run on the track as fast as you can till you are exhausted. Then, walk at a fast pace for about 30 seconds. Next, do 10 pushups. Finally, repeat the cycle by starting the first step again for 3-4 times.
-Do 25 jumping jacks, do 10 pushups, do 10 bodyweight squats, do a minute of shadow boxing, and repeat 3 times starting from jumping jacks with no rest.
-Do 5 pullups, do 20 crunches, do 10 pushups, do 20 jumping jacks, do 10 bodyweight squats, and repeat 3 times with no rest.
These are just great examples of a fun cardio workout. Most of them are less than 20 minutes, and your metabolism will skyrocket. You'll feel like you've only been doing 5 minutes of cardio! Be creative and make your own exciting cardio plan.
Kai Lo
My Fitness Blog - http://chinesemuscles.blogspot.com
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