Now you probably know that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is one of the fastest and most effective ways to burn calories and flare in the shortest possible time. If you assume you are not exaggerating – and you provide your body with much-needed rest – countless studies has shown that among other benefits, by performing short, vigorous workouts, you will improve your cardiovascular fitness, lower blood pressure, provide immediate stress relief, stabilize blood sugar and help build strength.
Best of all, you can integrate these short routines into just about any hectic schedule, and you do not have to fill your home with redundant equipment. All you need are four limbs and gravity.
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If you are looking for a new routine, you can try it at home, consider the heart-pumping, five-minute HIIT below, with the permission of none other than singer Carrie Underwood, who shines as a wellness entrepreneur and contributed with her workout to PopSocker. Underwood is responsible for the training app Fit52 and owner of the fitness clothing company CALIA by Carrie Underwood.
The three-course HIIT training is led by Underwood’s coach Eve Overlandand uses a series of cardio, strength and isometric movements that attack your legs, abdominal muscles and chest.
Here is the training in its entirety:
Enter a:
- Forward-leaning lungs (right leg forward): 20 seconds.
- Hold your last outcome: 20 seconds.
- Repeater knees: 20 seconds.
- Squats or squats: 20 seconds.
- Squats: 10 seconds.
- Pop Squats: 20 seconds.
- Pause: 10 seconds.
Set two:
- Forward-leaning lungs (left leg forward): 20 seconds.
- Hold your last outcome: 20 seconds.
- Repeater knees: 20 seconds.
- Pause: 10 seconds.
Set three:
- Push-ups: 20 seconds.
- Plank: 10 seconds.
- Burpees: 20 seconds.
- Alternate V-ups: 20 seconds
- Low boat hold: 10 seconds
- Flutter kicks: 20 seconds
Just remember: If you want to get the most out of your workout, it’s wise to drink these 30 minutes before exercising to ensure more fat burning, according to a new study.
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