Busy Schedule, No Problem: 5 HIIT Workouts to Keep You Fit
Life can be so busy sometimes. Being an adult means you have to make time for work, family, exercise, a social life with your friends, quality time with your partner, nurturing your passions, and still have time for yourself to keep your sanity. It's A LOT, especially for busy professionals! It seems like there aren't enough hours in the day.
Make it easier to check exercise off your list! Let's talk about High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Let me start by saying, exercise doesn't need to be hours long. HIIT offers a solution for those short on time but still looking to reap the benefits of a great workout. High-Intensity Interval Training is efficient, super effective, and can be done from almost anywhere with minimal equipment. Let's chat about five super effective HIIT workouts for busy professionals.
Tabata Training: Tabata training is a type of HIIT that's all about short, super-intense exercise bursts with tiny breaks in between. You're only in for four minutes, but boy, does it pack a punch to your heart and metabolism! Get ready, you're doing squats for like, 20 seconds, then resting for 10, and you keep that up for 8 rounds. That's your Tabata sesh.
Bodyweight Circuit: If you're a busy pro and don't have gym gear handy, bodyweight circuits are your new best friend. Your body is the only piece of equipment you need! You can throw in your faves like push-ups, lunges, burpees, and mountain climbers. Try to push through for 30-60 seconds and then take a tiny 15-30 second breather. Go through the playlist 3-5 times or… download my FREE BODY BLAST EBOOK! Either way, full-body workout = done in no time!
EMOM (Every Minute on the Minute): EMOM workouts are the perfect way to push yourself to the limit and up your strength and cardio game. Pick two to four exercises, and do a certain number of reps at the start of every minute. The faster you finish the exercise, the more rest you get in the remainder of that minute. For example, you could do 10 push-ups, 15 squats, or 20 sit-ups right when each minute starts, and then take a breather for the rest of the minute. Do this for 10 or 20 minutes. But have water close by because it can be intense.
Sprint Intervals: Want to burn calories and get your heart racing in no time? Try sprint intervals! Find a flat stretch of road, a track, or even a treadmill. Go all out and sprint for 20-30 seconds, then chill with a 60-90 second walk or light jog. Do this on repeat for 10-15 minutes. Not only do sprints get your metabolism fired up and and help you lose fat, sprinting also gives you that speed and power boost!
Stair Climbing: Looking to sneak in a quick workout? Try stair climbing! It's a wicked HIIT workout you can do pretty much anywhere where there's a staircase. All you gotta do is sprint up those stairs like you're late for an appointment, and then stroll or jog back down to catch your breath. Run and repeat for about 10-15 minutes. Just a heads up, your legs will be on fire! Plus, it's a super handy option for all you busy bees wanting to squeeze in some exercise during breaks or lunch hours.
Incorporating High-Intensity Interval Training into your routine doesn't have to be complicated. These five effective HIIT workouts offer fast and challenging ways to burn calories, boost your fitness, and improve your overall health. Whether you prefer Tabata training, bodyweight circuits, EMOM workouts, sprint intervals, or stair climbing, there's a HIIT option for everyone and every schedule. If you are new to HIIT, remember to start slowly. Begin with a shorter workout time, like 10 minutes instead of 20, and perform exercises you feel confident doing. Listen to your body and stay hydrated! If you keep yourself accountable and stay consistent, you can fit your fitness goals into your busy schedule!