30mins cardio enough? (My new Gym program)

Mrs_Hewi

I have just found out i have a posterior bulging disc in my back at L5 - S1 and i have been told to strengthen my back,abs and core so my gym program had to be changed around a bit which means some cardio has been taken out.

This is my new program as of yesterday;

Cross Trainer: Time 16-20mins Level: Intervals of 6-8-10-12, 6-8-10-12 changing levels every 60 seconds

Bosu Push ups: 3 sets of 15

Fitball crunch: 3 sets of 10

Fitball rollouts (on toes): 2-3 sets of 10

Leg raises: 2 sets of 12

Alternating superman: 2 sets, 10 on each side

Treadmill: Time: 10 mins Level: Intervals of level 6 and 10. (level 6 for 60 seconds, level 10 for 60 seconds and so on...)

I will be doing this program at least 3 times a week and doing an hour boxing class weekly also, Im worried this isnt enough to lose weight... what are your thoughts?

BrendaMechels

Hi Sami,
That should be enough cardio. Most say 20 minutes of intense cardio is good. If you're changing the resistance every two minutes or so, you should have a good burn for up to an hour after your workout. It also helps to do cardio on an empty stomach and have a protein shake or high protein meal an hour afterwards. Good luck with your back - that can be painful!