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Cardio for the non-runners among us!

DaniH826
DaniH826 Posts: 1,335 Member
edited January 20 in Social Groups
Don't fancy running, treadmills and/or ellipticals but want to get some cardio in? Think complexes! Can be done with weights or just body weight; whatever you happen to have available and/or happen to be in the mood for.


Sample Body weight complex:

The Angry Birds workout: http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/03/10/angry-birds-workout-plan

Sample Kettlebell complex:

http://www.trainwithmeonline.com/workout_171_0_Kettlebell_Conditioning_Complex.html

Sample Barbell complex:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/lift-to-burn-4-barbell-complexes-scorch-fat-increase-strength.html

Sample Dumbbell complex:

http://www.builtlean.com/2012/04/10/dumbbell-complex/

Do a search for whatever type of complex you're interested in, suited to your fitness level, and have at it.

Happy non-running cardio!

(P.S. Thank you Vegas for sending me down that trail. Loves it! :flowerforyou: )

Replies

  • Soosannah
    Soosannah Posts: 270 Member
    I love a good kettlebell workout. But I am also content to sit and peddle my life away on my stationary bike lol.
  • PetulantOne
    PetulantOne Posts: 2,131 Member
    :heart:

    I enjoy running, but I on;y like running outside. That usually isn't an option for me during the week. These are perfect. I also downloaded an app to my phone. Spartacus workout. I love it! It's the same principle, you can use whatever weight you want or none it all. It was totally worth the 3 bucks.
  • Vailara
    Vailara Posts: 2,478 Member
    Thanks for these!
  • Will_Thrust_For_Candy
    Will_Thrust_For_Candy Posts: 6,109 Member
    No problem! I'm glad the information is being used!

    I think I'm going to try the complexes sooner rather than later. I'm still fine with my treadmill after lifting, but why not change it up sooner rather than later!

    I would love for some feedback on those barbell complexes too!
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