FITNESS - The non-cardio cardio workout

Hate running? This is a great way to get into some cardio without having to run

 

Quite often when people think cardio, they think the only way to get cardio fit is through running, however this is not the case (good news for those who don’t like running or can't run). These exercises in conjunction with high intensity weights, will give you a great cardio result.

The non-cardio cardio workout comprises of 5 exercises (as intense as possible) of 45 seconds of work with 15 seconds recovery. For a full non-stop cardio workout, repeat 5 times. The circuit should take 25 minutes to complete.

Sled Push

This is the best exercise to get your heart rate going and for strengthening your legs.

Push the sled* low and as fast as possible. Push the sled at whatever length is available, even if it’s a short distance. Push the sled as fast as you can and continuously for 45 seconds.

*Not many people will have a sled laying around but most gyms have push sleds available to use

Skipping

Use the skipping rope to skip as fast as possible, interchanging from foot to foot.

Medicine Ball Slams

Pick up the medicine ball above your head and throw it down with both hands as hard as possible straight to the ground. Bend over and pick the ball up and repeat as fast as possible for 45 seconds.

Stair running

Any stairs are useable. Run up and down stairs as fast as possible for the complete 45 seconds. You can interchange between going up every stair or every second stair.

Source: http://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/