Workout #4 (Tabata 8 rounds)
Complete each move for 20 seconds, rest 10 seconds before moving on to the next exercise.
- Burpees
- Mountain Climbers
- Sit-ups
- Jump Squats
Repeat the sequence and then rest. If time permits, do 16 rounds with a short break after the initial eight rounds.
Cool down for five minutes
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Workout #5
Set your timer for 12 to 15 minutes. The goal of this workout is to try not to take breaks. See how many times you can get through all the rounds.
- 30 Lunges
- 15 Push-ups
- 1 minute Jump Rope
- 30-second Plank or 15 Sit-ups
Repeat the circuit until the timer reaches zero.
Workout #6 (Eccentric)
During this workout, remember to lower your body to the floor as slowly as possible.
- 5 Squats, hold for 3 seconds at the bottom
- 5 Sit-ups, hold for 3 seconds before you touch the floor
- 5 Push-ups, hold for 3 seconds at the bottom
- Rest 30 to 60 seconds
Repeat the circuit 4 to 6 times, then cool down for five minutes.
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