Let’s be real: running on the treadmill isn’t fun.
“A treadmill can be a fantastic tool for getting fitif you use it right.
Here are eight exercises to try out instead of the treadmill.
“The interval lengths can range depending on your fitness level.
HIIT workouts are one of the best ways to enhance your burn after your workout is over.”
FitFusiontrainer Kenta Seki is also a big fan of HIIT workouts.
I actually got a chance to try this workout for myself talk about intense!
“First of all, it could be done almost anywhere because it’s small and portable!”
Turns out jumping rope is also super effective.
Plus, it can be pretty fun.
Mohamed Elzomor, head trainer atNYC’s Core Club, is also a big fan of the jump rope.
compared to zoning out on a treadmill,” he explained.
“It takes more coordination and athleticism.”
Swimming
Prefer the water to the hiking trail?
Antoian suggests taking a dip in the pool or ocean during your next workout.
“All of this elevates your heart rate.”
Logie agrees, saying, “Swimming may be the king of all cardiovascular exercises.
Surfing
Swimming isn’t the only exercise you could do in the water.
When you paddle out and catch a wave, your heart is racing!”
“To start with, it’s a low impact exercise.
What’s more, rowing also engages core muscles, glutes and lower back.
So you tell me, which is more effective?”
“SunSalutationshelp lengthen and strengthen, and they burn calories,” she told me.
“Again, the treadmill can be a fantastic part of your regimen for getting and staying in shape.
you’ve got the option to still incorporate a treadmill into your routine, but mix it up.
Don’t default to it every day.”
And when you do run on the treadmill, Michaels suggests even changing that up a bit.
“Try HIIT intervals to really get your heart pumping,” she said.
“You’ll accomplish more in less time and won’t be bored.”
