30 minutes of cardio, 5x a week…
Seems easy right?!! The best part about this is.. you don’t have to join a gym or feel like there is no time left in a day for you. 30 minutes a day..that’s it!!
We got this!!!
I have felt so much better since adding cardio back into my lifestyle. It can be hard to get into though. I really had to ease back into this. Trust me, the first few times suuuck if you have been slacking in the cardio department. I felt dizzy and sick actually. But that didn’t stop me! Every time I did more, I felt better & it got easier and easier.
I have my lazy week like anyone else and am not too hard on myself at all. But since I added this mantra into my lifestyle, I have been doing so well and felt empowered.
If I can’t workout vigorously, I know that 30 minutes of cardio a day will lessen my chance of heart disease, stroke, heart attack and overall improve my health.
Cardio uses the heart to pump blood & oxygen around the body. So you’ll be feeling a little euphoric when it’s done! Who doesn’t want to get that natural feel good feeling?! You will be glowing and your mood will improve. If I’m having a bad day or grumpy I love to take it out on cardio!!! Trust me…& try it!
Soon, you’ll be able to go for longer periods if you like too.
Here are my favorite ways to incorporate cardio into our days....
- Swimming. It’s Summer, so take advantage and swim as much as your heart desires!
- Power Walk. One of my favorites…if I am just not feeling up to a workout. I can push myself to walk anytime. Just be sure to pick up the pace and get to it anywhere!
- Follow along with you favorite YouTube cardio videos.
- Bike rides. Scenic & fun!
- Dancing. I will start off in my home doing a few cardio bursting exercises and then end it with some dancing with kids! They love it and we bond while getting exercise.
- Running. This may be one some people need to work up to. I am no fan of running honestly. But it’s amazing for you!
- Trampoline. Really. If you have kids and are trying to find a fun way to start working out. This would be it!
- Pick a few cardio moves, do a minute of each and create a cycle to repeat with a few periods of rest and time for a drink!
- Mountain Climbers
- Jumping Jacks
- Burpees
- Squat Jumps
- Run in place
- Stair Running
- Jumping Rope
- Side to Side Leap
- High Knees
- Plank Jacks
Don’t forget to fuel you’re body with nutrition. You will be hungry following a workout. So don’t run out for a burger. Opt for a healthy protein shake, protein bar or a powerhouse salad and plenty of water!!!! Fuel up on protein guys!! Choose healthy meats and other protein options to fight the major hunger!
Check out this recipe here for a post workout smoothie!
And don’t forget…Check out my Instagram for recipes and smoothies daily!!
This is a step to take to see major results. I’ll share more tips each Workout Wednesday to add to your overall fitness routines, so stay tuned Loves!
Hi Jill! I am currently in-between gym memberships and have been struggling to continue working out. I have especially been having a hard time getting in my cardio workouts because it is so hot outside so I am happy you included some indoor suggestions. Thank-you and happy blogging!
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So happy to have helped! I do everything from home and I will include more ideas soon!!
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Perfect! I look forward to it!
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