Burpee Burn: Full Body HIIT Workout – No Equipment Cardio Burn

Hello Everyone!

I hope that you are in the mood for a fantastic workout today, because you came to the right place! This workout routine will take 19-Minutes and it’s a full body, cardio HIIT workout. If the word burpee makes you shudder, you can substitute the burpee intervals with another cardio of choice: jump rope, high knees, jumping jacks or even marching in place if you need something a little bit lower impact.

Keep in mind, this workout is meant to challenge you. We are training ourselves physically and mentally to become aware of how competently we can handle difficult things. The mental aspect of HIIT training is often overlooked, but its benefits are very powerful. You can do difficult things, even if you sometimes struggle through them.

If you need to rest, that’s totally fine, just get right back into the workout as soon as you can. I would love it if you tag me in your workout photos and let me know how the workout was for you. I love cheering you on and hearing about your progress.

HIIT exercise demonstration for Mountain Runners.

Newest Workout:

If you haven’t tried my newest workout yet, I definitely recommend that you give it a go! It’s a 15-Minute interval workout with dumbbells. You can find that HERE. It’s a great routine that I will definitely be repeating, so I hope it makes it onto your repeat list, too.

Up and Coming:

In addition to the free workouts that I share here, I will soon be launching a subscription site with exclusive workout videos, journal prompts and meditations. I’m very excited about this and I am almost ready to share it with you! The first workout series on my subscription site will be The Confidence Challenge. It’s 20-new workouts (5 per week) as well as journal/discussion topics each week to help do the internal work and self reflection toward building a healthier, more confident version of yourself from the inside out.

As of the time that I am writing this I have 15 of the new workout videos edited and ready to go, so it’s almost time! Keep your eyes open, because I will be sharing some great Founder’s specials for anyone who supports this venture from the start. Plus, I will continue to share the same free workouts I have shared for the past 12-years here.

Melissa

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30 Seconds Cardio, 50 Seconds Max Reps
*I accidentally skipped one exercise so this is a 19 minute workout.
*I chose Burpees for my cardio. Other options include: Jump Rope, High Knees, Marching in Place, or Jumping Jacks

-Burpee
1. Pendulum Hop
-Burpee
2. Frog Hopper
-Burpee
3. Curtsy Lunge Kick (right)
-Burpee
4. Curtsy Lunge Kick (left)
-Burpee
5. Mountain Runners
-Burpee
6. Plank Jack
-Burpee
7. Rockette Kicks
-Burpee
8. Speed Skater
-Burpee
9. Double Kick Lunge Jump
-Burpee
10. Leg Lift Plank
-Burpee
11. Plie Jump
-Burpee
12. Mountain Climber
-Burpee
13. Side Lunge Lift (right)
-Burpee
14. Side Lunge Lift (left)

Sculpted Glutes: Jump and Burn Workout: Cardio + Strength Training

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to today’s workout! We are focused on sculpting and strengthening the lower body, especially the glutes. For this workout you will need two dumbbells, a jump rope (optional) and a sturdy chair or bench. We will use the bench for two exercises: the sit to stand and step ups. I use a jump rope for the cardio burst sections, but you can substitute high knees or any other cardio of your choice.

Challenge yourself today! Get sweaty, don’t be afraid of being uncomfortable, rest if necessary and then get right back into the workout. You will find the full length workout video and workout breakdown below.

Silver Play Button Award for Surpassing 100,000 YouTube Subscribers:

I want to say a BIG Thank You to each and everyone of you who has subscribed to my YouTube Channel over the years. Thanks to you I received the Silver Play Button Award from YouTube for surpassing 100,000 subscribers.

This also made me a very cool mom in the eyes of my 6-year old. This feels like a crazy goal, but I would love to see my BenderFitness community grow to 1-Million Strong. So if you haven’t subscribed to my YouTube channel yet, please head over and hit the subscribe button: www.youtube.com/MelissaBender

While that goal feels kind of crazy to put out into the world, sometimes you need to dream big in order to learn what you are capable of.

Getting a silver play button award from YouTube

New Workouts (and an Impromptu Date Day):

Behind the scenes I have been working on a new 4-week workout challenge. It’s going to be a part of the new subscription site that I am launching in addition to the free workouts that I will continue to share here. I’m almost done filming the workouts and discussion videos, and then I will be sharing more new workouts here as well.

On Saturday Jesse and I took a break, and had a fun date day. My mom took our kids to see Hot Air Balloons, and Jesse and I went on an amazing Horse Back Trail Ride. Part of me feels a little bit guilty for not filming workouts that day, while we had some uninterrupted time, but prioritizing our relationship is an important part of our life balance.

I hope that you enjoy today’s workout! It’s a fantastic one! Let me know what you think.

Melissa

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Equipment: Timer set for 15 rounds of 50/30, jump rope, and two dumbbells. You will also need a chair or bench that you can do sit to stands and step up onto.

Max Reps Jump Roping during each 30 second interval.
Max Reps during each 50 second interval.
Total Workout Time: 20 Minutes

*High Knees can be substituted for Jumping Rope.

1. Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
2. Side Lunge Punch
-Jump Rope
3. Single Leg Hip Thrust (right)
-Jump Rope
4. Single Leg Hip Thrust (left)
-Jump Rope
5. Monkey Tuck Jump
-Jump Rope
6. Plie Jump
-Jump Rope
7. Romanian Deadlift
-Jump Rope
8. Chair Lunge
-Jump Rope
9. Sit to Stand (right)
-Jump Rope
10. Sit to Stand (left)
-Jump Rope
11. Curtsy Lunge Kick (right)
-Jump Rope
12. Curtsy Lunge Kick (left)
-Jump Rope
13. Step Up (right)
-Jump Rope
14. Step Up (left)
-Jump Rope
15. Burpee

Repeat 1-3X

Cardio Sweat: HIIT Body Weight Workout – 15-Minutes

Hi Everyone,

This is one of the best Cardio HIIT Workouts out there. It’s a quick no equipment workout routine and it is incredibly effective. You will improve your cardiovascular function, build lean muscle, burn fat, improve your VO2 Max, and your overall physical fitness and athleticism.

It’s 15-Minutes of hard work, but it’s so worth it. As always, you will find the full length workout video below.

Cardio HIIT Workout: Mountain Climber Exercise demonstration

Workout Intensity

For this workout you want to challenge and push yourself to get into an effort level around 8 out of 10 (ten being a full sprint like you are running away from a bear). During this workout if someone speaks to you, you should be able to respond with a few words, but you would be out of breath and much prefer to concentrate on your breathing.

I recently read a research study (which I need to find so I can share the link here) that said having short, intense workouts (10-15 minutes) or even multiple 1-minute high intensity exercise snacks throughout the day is as effective as doing a low intensity 45-minute workout. This wasn’t a surprise to me, as I’ve been saying this for many years. It’s always nice to see continued research to back up the methods that I am using.

*This doesn’t mean that you can’t also get in an amazing workout with a Low Impact style workout. Low Impact doesn’t mean easy, it just means you won’t be doing intense plyometric exercises. Short but effortful Low Impact workouts, or longer, easier paced workouts are absolutely an option, they just take more time. Anyone who tells you that there is only one way to get in your workouts or exercise is wrong or trying to sell you something.

Before I was in grad school I did primarily yoga and running as my workouts. Once I started grad school, I was in classes for 8-hours per day, working full time in a restaurant, and spending two hours per day commuting to/from classes. Suddenly 60-minutes of yoga and 30-minutes of running didn’t fit into my schedule anymore. I started writing my own workouts and saw my health, fitness and strength improve in every way.

Now that I have children it feels even harder to find time to get in workouts, so quick HIIT routines remain my favorite and most effective workout style.

Challenge yourself, don’t fear sweat or heavy breathing. Neither of those things are signs that you are out of shape. If you max out on reps and need a break, that’s not a bad thing either. These are all signs that you are willing and capable of working hard. You grow physically and mentally stronger through these challenges.

Have fun with today’s workout!

Melissa

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Max Reps 50 seconds, 10 seconds rest between exercises
1. Mountain Climbers
2. Jump Squats
3. High Knees
4. Lunge Jumps
5. Russians
6. High Knees
7. Frogger
8. Plie Jumps
9. High Knees
10. Hip Thrust (right)
11. Hip Thrust (left)
12. High Knees
13. Pendulum Hop
14. Burpee
15. High Knees
Repeat 1-3X

30-Minute Full Body Workout: Legs, Glutes, Core Sculpt and Cardio Workout

Hi Everyone!

Grab a dumbbell and a chair or other sturdy object you can safely put a foot up on and let’s get started with this awesome home workout. This workout alternates timed cardio bursts with strength focused repetitions. We start with cardio bursts, so if you haven’t warmed up before starting ease into the cardio and allow your body to get nice and warm, before transitioning to full intensity during the next cardio section.

I really like the combined challenge of timed intervals and repetitions, because it activates and challenges the body differently. This routine took me 30-minutes to get through, but depending on the number of reps and amount of weight you use it might be a little bit quicker or a little longer for you.

Challenge yourself to maintain good form throughout the workout. That will help you get the most muscle activation and preserve your mobility. In the interest of maintaining and improving mobility, I also posted the video to my Daily 10-Minute Mobility Routine below. It’s an amazing stretch to keep you mobile and pain free.

Up and Coming:

I am almost done filming new workouts for the launch of my subscription site! I don’t have a solid launch date yet, but I am tentatively hoping that everything will be ready to go in about ten days! I’m excited to continue sharing free workouts here, but also supplement that with a subscription site that will include exclusive workout videos, new challenges, journal prompts, meditations and more.

The first challenge is going to be 4-weeks long, include 20 new workouts, and two journal prompts/discussion topics per week. I’m also working on a printable calendar so you can easily keep track of progress.

I’m really interested to see what everyone thinks of the new series and added content. Hopefully you end up being as excited about it as I am!

I’m going to be running a Founder’s Discount special for early subscribers. As I have more information on that I will share it here and on social media, so keep your eyes peeled. The discount will be valid as long as you maintain your membership without interruption.

Let me know how today’s workout went for you! Did you like combining reps and timed exercises or do you have a preference for one over the other? I love hearing from you, so let me know your thoughts.

See you soon with a new workout! I hope you’ve enjoyed the videos I have shared recently!

Melissa

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*Cardio Intervals: 3 Rounds of 10/50.

Beginner: 8-10 Reps
Intermediate: 10-15 Reps
Advanced: 15-20 Reps

*Cardio Burst: 3 Rounds of 10/50

-Jumping Jacks
-High Knees
-Burpees

Warrior Split Squat-Right
Warrior Split Squat-Left
Reverse Lunge Press-Alternating
Side Lunge-Right
Side Lunge-Left

*Cardio Burst: 3 Rounds of 10/50

-Jumping Jacks
-High Knees
-Burpees

6. Sumo Pushups
7. Leg/Hip Lift
8. Tick-Tock/Pendulum Abs
9. Superman
10. Reach Through Plank

*Cardio Burst: 3 Rounds of 10/50

-Jumping Jacks
-High Knees
-Burpees

Repeat 1-3X

Mobility Stretch:

Plank and Burn: Core and Cardio Workout – 20 Minutes

Hi Everyone!

It’s workout time! I’m so glad you are here with me for today’s workout. You will find today’s full length workout video and a daily stretching routine below.

For this workout I use a jump rope and a yoga mat. If you don’t have a jump rope you can substitute high knees or rope-less jumping for the cardio bursts (or burpees, squat jumps or any cardio of your choice). If you are trying rope-less jumping, just do the jump rope motion without the equipment. We will be doing a variety of plank variations for the strength exercises, so get ready to challenge yourself.

This routine is amazing for your core. It will help build strength and definition and work your core from every angle. It’s one of my favorite routine’s. I love the strength and cardio combo.

how to do a plank with good form — Form a straight line from heels, through the hips and to the shoulders. There should be no arch or sway in the back. This variation is a chatarunga plank.

If you get sore wrists during planks you have a few options:

Pushup bars (or dumbbells large and sturdy enough to hold onto during your planks). This helps keep the wrists in a neutral position and decreases pressure through the carpal tunnel.
Modify the movements to be completed from a forearm plank. Again, this keeps the wrists in neutral and a wider surface area is taking the pressure.

Yesterday I shared a recipe for the Best Healthy Creamy Pesto Chicken. Be sure to check that out if you enjoy delicious, healthy recipes. I need to do a grocery run today, and I will definitely be getting everything to make that dinner again.

Subscription Site Coming Soon!

In addition to the free workouts I share here, I will soon have a subscription site for additional workout content you won’t find anywhere else. I’m almost done filming the Confidence Challenge, which is a four week workout series that includes workouts and journal/discussion topics to improve your confidence mentally and physically. I will continue to share and build a library of unique workouts there, and I’m so excited to share that with you.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout!

Melissa

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The Workout:

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*Plank 50 seconds per exercise, Jump Rope 30 seconds between each exercise.
The entire routine takes 20 minutes.
1. Forearm Plank
-Jump Rope
2. Right Side Plank
-Jump Rope
3. Left Side Plank
-Jump Rope
4. Chatarunga Plank
-Jump Rope
5. Rotating Plank (on the forearm)
-Jump Rope
6. Knee Drop Plank
-Jump Rope
7. Plank Jack
-Jump Rope
8. Elbow Tap Plank (right)
-Jump Rope
9. Elbow Tap Plank (left)
-Jump Rope
10. Leg Lift Plank
-Jump Rope
11. Plank Crunch
-Jump Rope
12. Side Plank Hip Lift (right)
-Jump Rope
13. Walk the Plank
-Jump Rope
14. Side Plank Hip Lift (left)
-Jump Rope
15. Plank Step
-Jump Rope

Finish with this Daily Stretching and Mobility Routine:

Cardio HIIT: 30-Minute Full Body Workout

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to today’s workout! This is a fun and challenging full body HIIT workout routine. It will take just under 30-Minutes to complete one round. This home workout uses no equipment. Just grab a mat and challenge yourself to work hard and push through.

Over the past week I didn’t get in any additional cardio, but thanks to workouts like this one I didn’t have to worry about that because the cardio was built into the workout routine. HIIT workouts are a great way to improve VO2 Max, cardiovascular health, and overall fitness level. Plus, they help you maintain lean muscle mass while burning fat.

Jesse and I did this workout together, and Esmé joined us for the end of the workout and a great stretching session when we were done. It fills me with joy when our kids want to workout with us. Okay, sometimes I wish I could just get through a workout without any interruptions, but as soon as I look over and see my little ones smiling from ear to ear and imitating our exercises I quickly remember how amazing this is. Moments like this are so fleeting, and I want to savor these memories and help them build healthy habits.

If you haven’t given my most recent 15-Minute Full Body HIIT a try yet, I highly recommend it. It’s a fun and challenging workout routine, plus I love the short length. I can get in one round, or repeat it for a longer workout. With how insanely busy we’ve been lately, getting in one quick round has been a lifesaver for staying consistent with my workouts.

It’s important to be consistent, while also having some flexibility. We will all have times in our life when we have more time and energy to get in longer workouts, and other times when it’s a struggle. If we allow ourselves some wiggle room, while also staying in motion, it’s a lot easier to stay consistent.

Have fun with today’s workout! Let me know how it goes, and what challenged you. Remember, being challenged and struggling during a workout isn’t a bad thing. It means you are working hard and allowing yourself to try difficult things.

See you soon!

Melissa

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The Workout:

Set Your Interval Timer for 20 Rounds of 30/50.
30-seconds Cardio, 50-seconds Max Reps.

Jumping Jacks
Lunge to Kick-Right
Lunge to Kick-Left
Curtsy Lunge
Plié Squat
Mountain Climbers
Jump Rope
Jump Squats
Lunge Jumps
Burpees
Side Plank Hip Tap-Right
Side Plank Hip Tap-Left
Angel Abs
Plank
Reverse Plank
Plié Jump
Tuck Jump
Down Dog Hop-Right
Down Dog Hop-Left
Pendulum Hop

Optional: Repeat the Workout.

Photo Exercise Tutorial:

Full body, no equipment, home workout video and photo tutorial. — Pendulum Hop: Part 4

20-Minute Cardio HIIT and Sweat: Sculpt Lean Muscle and Burn Fat

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to a fantastic full body Cardio HIIT Workout. One round of today’s workout will take 20-minutes to complete. I use a jump rope for the cardio intervals of this workout. If you don’t have one you have options. You can substitute rope-less jumping, high knees, marching in place, jumping jacks or any cardio exercise of your choice.

I am working hard behind the scenes on filming new workouts and creating new content. If you didn’t see my update, Facebook has completely restricted me from posting for three days. I will be allowed to post again tomorrow. This is the result of actions the hackers took to try and attempt to get my account permanently banned from Facebook and maintain control of my business page. Facebook is continuing to allow hackers to access my Ad Manager page and personal information, with four new hackers being added today. My exhaustion and frustration with this process is becoming a bit overwhelming, and is even interrupting my sleep at night.

I realize that as a creator I can not trust Facebook or Instagram (also owned by Meta). I am going to launch a paid website, and possibly an app to protect what I have created here. I will still share free workouts here. I just won’t be able to share everything for free anymore. I am currently reliant on social media to keep this website and journey free and cover costs, but without monetization and ads on reels/social media/etc that isn’t possible.

I’m currently filming a four week workout series and behind the scenes footage to share when I launch the new service. I hope you will join me on this journey. It’s a bittersweet process for me for many reasons.

I hope that you understand my reasoning, and that I am still committed to sharing free workouts. If there is something special that you would like to see as exclusive content from BenderFitness please let me know. Whether that is a type of workout, Q & A, more recipes, etc.

You all have made this website possible over the last 12-years. I hope you will join me on this next phase of my journey and empower us to continue to share great workouts.

I will share more information soon.

Enjoy today’s workout! Push yourself, and let me know how it goes.
Melissa

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Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!
Set your Interval Timer for 15 rounds of 30/50 seconds.

1. Burpee
-Jump Rope
2. Supergirl Pushup
-Jump Rope
3. High Knees
-Jump Rope
4. Down Dog Hop (right)
-Jump Rope
5. Down Dog Hop (left)
-Jump Rope
6. Mountain Climber
-Jump Rope
7. Leg Lift Plank
-Jump Rope
8. Side Lunge Puch
-Jump Rope
9. Single Leg Hip Thrust (right)
-Jump Rope
10. Single Leg Hip Thrust (left)
-Jump Rope
11. Walk the Plank
-Jump Rope
12. Hop to Lunge (right)
-Jump Rope
13. Hop to Lunge (left)
-Jump Rope
14. Crescent Pushup (right)
-Jump Rope
15. Crescent Pushup (left)

19-Minute HIIT Fat Burn Workout

Hi Everyone!

I have a fun workout on the planner for today! This 19-Minute HIIT uses some great cardiovascular exercises and full body compound movements to maximize the effectiveness of your workout. I incorporate some jump rope intervals, but you can easily substitute high knees if you don’t have a jump rope.

If you aren’t ready to do this as an interval workout you can complete the workout for reps. For the cardio aim for 50-100 high knees or jump rope hops.

Beginner: 10 Reps
Intermediate: 15 Reps
Advanced: 20 Reps

Remember, there is always a way to modify a workout so that it works for you.

New Workout Headed Your Way

Tomorrow I will be sharing a new lower body workout. I’m focusing on filming new workout routines, and getting myself super consistent with my workouts again. I have noticed such a positive energy shift since my workouts are back on track.

Is a BenderFitness app in my future?

I’ve been spending some time recently researching the possibility of creating a BenderFitness app. With my Facebook page recently being hacked (and now being permanently restricted in several ways by Facebook) I realized how vulnerable everything I have created over the past decade is to the whims of social media and the support teams of the platforms. It was scary to realize that I could lose everything I’ve built.

I think that one of the best ways to protect what I’ve created would be to develop an app. I would still be creating and sharing free YouTube content, but I would offer ad free versions of every workout, organized playlists and challenges, and exclusive content only available on the app.

I would greatly appreciate your feedback. Would you pay a monthly fee for access to a BenderFitness app, with exclusive content? If so, what type of content would you most like to see. I have some ideas in mind, but I would love to hear your thoughts.

I have to admit, I’m terrified of the idea of investing money into app, but with the restrictions to my FB page as they are now I need to come up with a backup plan if I’m going to continue sharing workouts.

Let me know your thoughts.

Mindfulness During Exercise

Don’t forget to focus on what you are doing during your workout. It can be tempting to let your mind wander, but the mind/body connection is a powerful tool. Not only does attention maximize the effects of your workout, but it also teaches your body and mind to re-connect. Often we become more comfortable with either the physical or mental aspects of our body, and we need to intentionally re-establish that connection so we can tune into our bodies and know when to push and when to take a break.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout. It’s fantastic! Check back tomorrow, for an amazing new Booty and Thigh workout.

Melissa

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1. Jump Rope
2. Plank Knee (right)
3. Plank Knee (left)
4. Balanced Bicycle
5. Boat Tap
6. Plank Side Reach
7. Jump Rope
8. Jump Squat
9. Lunge Kick (right)
10. Lunge Kick (left)
11. Low Jack
12. Burpee
13. Jump Rope
14. Heel Tap Plank
15. Russian Kicks
16. Hip Thrust (right)
17. Hip Thrust (left)
18. Single Leg Pushup
19. Jump Rope

Repeat 1-3X

4-Min Workout: Tabata #4 of 4

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to Tabata Workout #4! I hope you’ve enjoyed this quick workout journey, and used it to help yourself to get in a workout on a day when you might not have otherwise. You will find the real time workout video below, as well as a photo tutorial for each exercise.

On the days of struggle, where it’s difficult to make time for yourself and your health, remember that even a little bit of movement is progress in the right direction. Your health is worth it. Yes, this might only be 4-minutes of exercise, but it’s a fantastic four minutes and it’s going to help you improve your health, fitness and endurance.

With this format the intervals are short enough that you can really push yourself. So you can workout quite intensely, despite the short total length of each round of exercise.

If you would like to pair this with another workout, I recommend this: 12-Minute Dumbbell Routine or my 15-Minute Abs Workout. I love the flexibility of these quick routines, because it really lets me customize my workouts. Since having children, my time is at a premium and I have to make the most of my workouts in the shortest amount of time.

How to Stay Consistent with your Workouts: Assess Your Schedule:

One of the hardest parts of getting in consistent workouts is making it a part of your normal schedule and routine. The first step of accomplishing this is to take a realistic look at your schedule. Is your morning most accessible, or your evening? Do you have enough time to get in a quick workout on your lunch break?

Where are you losing time in your day? Does doom scrolling cause you to procrastinate? Most of us engage in some form of procrastination that can inhibit us from achieving our goals. It’s important to take a realistic look at those habits and figure out where we can make positive changes.

Some people are already at their maximum time expenditure: This doesn’t apply to most people, but some people are working three jobs, caring for a family member, balancing medical appointments, etc, and they write to me asking how little they can safely sleep so they can still get in a workout. Sleep is necessary for your overall health, and so is movement and exercise. If the above sentence describes you and you are at the complete maximum end of your time and energy expenditure: give yourself some grace. If you can fit in one four minute round of exercise and that helps you feel better and healthier, excellent! If you can’t, remember sleep is necessary for your health, too.

There are some services available to caregivers, and programs such as respite care, and those options may be worth exploring if that applies to your situation. Whatever your situation is, take a realistic look at your time and don’t be afraid to start small. We have workouts from 4-minutes up through 60-minutes available here. So you can mix and match to fit your needs.

How do you feel about the short workouts? Have you enjoyed them or do longer routines work best for you?

Melissa

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Interval Timer: 8 Rounds of 10/20
10-seconds Rest, 20-Seconds Maximum Repetitions

Surfer
Chair Hops
Plie Jumps
Uppercut Flurry

Repeat

4-Minute Workout: Tabata #3 of 4: Fast & Effective

Hello Everyone!

Are you ready for a great, effective, and fast workout routine? If you said yes, then you are definitely in the correct place. Today we are continuing the four part Tabata workout series with routine #3. The full length, real time workout video and photo tutorial are below.

One round only takes 4-Minutes so it’s great for anyone short on time, but still looking to get in an amazing workout. I like to do 3-4 Rounds of Tabatas, but I know that even if I can only fit in one round I am still improving my fitness level. I’m a busy mom, so sometimes one four minute round of exercise is all I can fit in. When that’s the case I need to make sure every minute counts.

I have to admit, parenting and exercise comes with its own set of challenges. It just isn’t as easy to workout when your schedule includes caring for other human beings and trying to keep them to a schedule and in extracurricular activities. Life and its demands is always in flux.

Getting in a treadmill workout with a little photobomb pro behind me.

Sometimes when I get overwhelmed I need to remind myself that part of the reason that I started this website while I was in graduate school, was because I was SO BUSY that I needed to change my workout routine and style of workouts. I went from running and longer yoga flows to developing my own HIIT and home workouts. A large part of the reason why I did that, was because my schedule required me to get in an optimized workout in a shorter amount of time. And here we are more than a decade later, still sharing workouts that fit a busy lifestyle.

Although the demands on my time are very different now, the root issue of feeling like I don’t have enough time is the same. And quick workouts like this one are a perfect solution to a busy lifestyle. Maybe I don’t have time for 40-60 minutes of exercise, but when it’s broken down into 4-minute intervals it suddenly becomes doable.

You can find the other workouts I’ve shared so far this month here: Newest Workouts. If you haven’t given them a go yet, I encourage you to do so. Exercise isn’t just an amazing way to stay in shape and feel physically strong, it improves your mental and physical health. It even helps me to feel more patient and calm throughout the day. Moving and exercising is beneficial in so many ways.

I would love to hear what you think about this workout. Did it challenge you? How many rounds did you get in? Let me know in the comments below, or tag me in your workout check in post on whatever social media you use. I love seeing you progress and grow stronger and more confident.

Have fun, keep moving, and check back soon for more workouts!

Melissa
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The Workout

Interval Timer Set for 8 Rounds of 10/20.

Mountain Climbers
Switch Kicks
Lunge Jumps
Speed Skater

Repeat

4-Minute Cardio: Tabata Workout 1 of 4

Hello Everyone!

Welcome to today’s workout! Today we have a fantastic, fast and effective workout on the agenda.

One round of this workout only takes 4-minutes, but it will be four minutes of hard work. This workout style is one of the best ways to maximize your progress in a small amount of time.

What’s so great about Tabatas? They improve your aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels, increase lean muscle mass, boost your metabolism and are incredibly time efficient. One round on its own is incredibly beneficial to your overall fitness, but you can also repeat it or pair it with another workout. This routine would be great with one of my low impact core workouts: https://www.benderfitness.com/category/core.

I will be releasing four Tabatas this week (including this one). I also shared a brand new workout with Jesse. You can find that here: https://www.benderfitness.com/2023/01/full-body-workout-get-back-in-shape-21-minutes-done.html

Jesse is great to workout with because he brings the perfect combination of motivation and humor.

This quick workouts are really helpful for me, because they let me work hard but don’t take a ton of time. With two young children I need to maximize my workouts in a time effective way. My schedule just doesn’t allow for long workouts right now, but the great news is that working out for hours isn’t necessary.

Be sure to check back, because we are working on more new and exciting workouts. I will be releasing the other three Tabatas I filmed for this quick workout series throughout the week.

Let me know how you liked this workout. Did you repeat it or pair it with another routine, or get in one challenging round?

Melissa

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The Workout:

Set your internal timer for 8 Rounds of 10/20

High Knees
Low Jacks
Burpees
Lateral Hops

No Equipment, Total Body Workout: Tabata Style – Super Effective

Hello Everyone!

Welcome to a fantastic total body workout! On the agenda for today I have a Tabata style workout. It’s split into five 4-minute sections, with a short rest break in between sections. As always, you will find the workout video and photo tutorial below.

During each four minute interval, push yourself to get in maximum repetitions. There is a lot of research to show that Tabata style workouts have a LOT of benefits. Some of the benefits of Tabata workouts include: increasing lean muscle mass, boosting both aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels, burns fat, boosts your metabolism and is very time efficient.

Doing just one 4-minute round of tabata style exercises will boost your metabolism and fitness level. Today’s routine stacks five tabata workouts. Challenge yourself, while listening to your body. If you’ve been working out with me for a while you will probably be able to make it through all five tabatas. If you are new to working out you might want to pause the video and take longer breaks between rounds, or even do 1-2 Tabatas, and work your way to doing all five.

Here’s the thing about exercise: the goal is to make you stronger and healthier. So there is a fine line between pushing yourself to get stronger and build your endurance and going overboard. Learning to listen to your body is one of the most important skills you can develop. So push yourself. You’re probably stronger than you think you are.

Our family has been staying super busy and active. The kids have done a Mommy and Me Horse Camp, and my son is doing Martial Arts camp. There are a lot of different ways to stay healthy. Time outdoors, engaged in fun activities is one way our family keeps health fun.

I am still posting a lot of new workout tutorials on Pinterest. They have a new creator rewards program, which has been great for us. If you use Pinterest, please head over there and checkout the tutorials I’ve shared. The best way that you can help keep BenderFitness free is by sharing, liking, commenting, saving and overall interacting with our content.

I hope that you enjoy today’s workout. Let me know what you think about Tabata style workouts in the comments below.

Have fun!

Melissa

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Total Body Tabata Workout

Part 1:

1. High Knees

2. Burpees

3. Lunge Jumps

4. Frogger

Part 2:

1. Spiderman

2. Temple Tap Abs

3. Side Plank Reach- Right

4. Side Plank Reach- Left

Part 3:

1. Jump Squat

2. Mountain Climbers

3. Floor Touch Squat

4. Donkey Kicks

Part 4:

1. Push-ups

2. Lunge to Hop- Right

3. Lunge to Hop- Left

4. Reverse Plank Leg Lift

Part 5:

1. X-Jump

2. Ninja Jump

3. Low Jack

4. Surfer

18-Minute HIIT: Cardio Blasting Body Sculpt Workout

Hello Everyone,

I have a fantastic workout on the planner today. This 18-Minute HIIT routine is an amazing full body workout. We will be incorporating dumbbells into this routine, so be sure to grab some for resistance. If you don’t have dumbbells you can either grab something from around the house (water bottles work!) or do the exercises with body weight. Either way, you will be getting in a great workout. You will find the workout video and a photo tutorial below.

We have finished our flooring renovations throughout the house. We are still in the process of getting everything put back in order and re-arranged. Everything takes longer when you have young kids. We still need to stain and finish our staircase. It was previously carpeted, but we want to change the look. I have never stained any furniture before, so wish me luck and share any useful tips in the comments!

I hope that you enjoy today’s workout. I’ve been sharing some fun and quick workout tutorials on Pinterest, so be sure to check those out: https://pin.it/41bSorJ.

Have fun!

Melissa

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The Workout:

Equipment: 2 Dumbbells, Chair or Bench

Interval Timer: 18 Rounds of 10/50

Reps:
Beginner: 10 reps, 30 Seconds Cardio Bursts
Intermediate: 15 reps, 40 Seconds Cardio Bursts
Advanced: 20 reps, 50 Seconds Cardio Bursts

High Knees
Burpees
Warrior Deadlift-Right
Warrior Deadlift-Left
High Knees
Burpees
Chair Squat Pendulum Press-Right
Chair Squat Pendulum Press-Left
High Knees
Burpees
Runner’s Lunge Lift-Right
Runner’s Lunge Lift-Left
High Knees
Burpees
Modified Pistol Squat Tap (Sit to Stand)-Right
Modified Pistol Squat Tap (Sit to Stand)-Left
High Knees
Burpees

Repeat 1-3X
Optional: Pair with 30-Minutes Cardio of Choice

High Knees: Run in place, focusing on keeping your core tight and engaged, and driving the knees as high as you can.

Burpee: Part 1: Start in Plank. Hold here or do one pushup.

Burpee: Part 2: Jump your feet forward from plank position. Lift your hands and get ready to spring up.

Burpee: Part 3: Jump as high as you can. Try to touch the ceiling (or sky if you are lucky enough to workout outside!)

Warrior Deadlift: Part 1: Hold Dumbbells in front of you, with your palms facing your body. Keep the core strong and engaged. Extend one leg behind you.

Warrior Deadlift: Part 2: Keep the back flat (most important part of this move!), hinge forward at the hips, let your arms hang in front of your body. Keep your hips closed and your knee & both hip bones pointed toward the floor. Lift from the glutes and hands strings to return to starting position.

Chair to Pendulum Squat & Press: Part 1: Hold a dumbbell at shoulder height. Keep both knees pressing together, and thighs squeezing. Sink your hips backward into chair pose (like you are about to sit on a chair).

Chair to Pendulum Squat & Press: Part 2: Press through your heels to come up from chair pose. Lift your leg into a pendulum swing, keeping your knee facing forward. At the same time, press the dumbbell toward the ceiling. Bring the weight back to your shoulders, and the legs together to return to chair pose.

Runner’s Lunge Lift: Part 1: Start with both feet together. Take a large step backward until you come into a runner’s lunge. Hold a dumbbell between both hands, at shoulder height. For the Runner’s Lunge keep the back leg straight, chest lifted, and your front thigh parallel with the ground.)

Runner’s Lunge Lift: Part 2: From the lunge position lean forward with a flat back. Keeping both feet on the floor, hold onto the weight and place it in front of your foot. Press through the heel of the front leg to lift your back leg/heel toward the ceiling. Use a controlled motion to return the back foot to the ground. Firmly grasp the weight, keeping the back flat, and return to starting position.

Modified Pistol Squat/Sit to Stand: Part 1: Start in standing with your glutes strongly engaged.

Modified Pistol Squat/Sit to Stand: Part 2: Extend one leg in front of you. Press your hip backwards to sit or tap the chair with your butt. Keep the core tight and press through your heel to return to standing.

Total Body Sculpt #13: Cardio, Arms, Legs, Butt and Core Workout

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to today’s 40-Minute Total Body Sculpt and Cardio Burn Workout.

Grab your dumbbells for a few moves during this workout. We incorporate them into this routine to get in an added burn and build some strong, lean muscle mass.

Be sure to check out the video or the photo tutorial before getting started so you know what to expect.

Before each strength focused exercise we are completing a cardio burst. Challenge yourself to work up a sweat and get out of breath. Get in as many reps as possible without sacrificing form for each exercise.

Edamame Spaghetti with Garlic, Olive Oil, Kale, Artichokes, Olives and Feta. I was out of tomatoes, but they would be a great addition.

Be sure to support your food choices with plenty of nutritious foods. I tried Edamame Pasta this week, and was pleasantly surprised. It was delicious, and my four year old liked it too. It’s always a bonus when the little ones eat more vegetables.

I’m still working on getting all of the Body Sculpt workouts posted individually, but you can also find the 6-Week Body Sculpt Challenge here: https://www.benderfitness.com/body-sculpt-1-mile-run-challenge-6-week-home-workout-program

I hope you enjoy this workout! It’s definitely one I will be coming back to.

Melissa

PS You can find me on Social Media: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: @MelissaBenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram: @BenderCrosby1

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1. Curtsy Lunge: Right
2. Curtsy Lunge: Left
3. One Arm Burpee
4. Plié Jump
5. Chair to Warrior III
6. Twisted V-Up: Right
7. Twisted V-Up: Left
8. Super Swim
9. Side Plank Knee/Leg: Right
10. Side Plank Knee/Leg: Left
11. Rotating Pushups
12. Tricep Drop
13. Curl
14. Reverse Plank
15. Mountain Climbers
16. Heel Tap Jump Squat
17. Pendulum Squat
18. Foot Slide Squat: Right
19. Foot Slide Squat: Left
20. Pretzel Lift: Right
21. Pretzel Lift: Left
22. Push-up Jacks
23. Temple Tap Abs
24. Side Plank Reach: Right
25. Side Plank Reach: Left
26. Hydrant: Alternating
27. Superman Burpee
28. Hip Thrust

Cardio Core HIIT + Power Yoga Total Body Workout with Special Guest: Sean Vigue

Hi Everyone!

We have a very special workout collaboration for you today.

I joined up with the wonderfully talented Sean Vigue to create an amazing Total Body Workout. This routine combines Core focused Cardio HIIT and Power Yoga.

That means you are going to be getting a FABULOUS workout in today.

I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Sean Vigue on several occasions, and I am always proud of the workouts we create together. You will find the workout video, and HIIT breakdown below.

Let me know what you think of this workout, and if you would like to see more Bender/Vigue workout combos in the future.

You can find Sean Vigue on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motleyfitness or on his Website: www.SeanVigueFitness.com

His workouts are definitely worth checking out. Feel free to tag us both on Instagram or Facebook with your workout check-in.

In the Bender household, we are on week three of eating all home cooked meals. Okay, almost all home cooked. We’ve eaten out twice for Family dinner with extended family.

We are really noticing a difference in our energy levels, feeling healthier and stronger.

Eating all home cooked meals is so much more satisfying. It does take longer to shop, prep, cook, and clean all of the dishes. Somehow, despite the increased time and effort going into these tasks, with my increased energy levels it seems like I am able to get more done throughout the day.

We have been focusing on eating a wide variety of vegetables, and incorporating more meatless meals into our food rotation. We still eat seafood and poultry, but re-focusing on vegetables has us feeling great.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout! Please leave us a comment and let us know what you thought. Kind words of thanks to Coach Vigue for joining us are always welcome and appreciated.

Have fun and don’t be afraid to work up a great sweat! If we took you out of your comfort zone today, that’s a great thing. You never know how much you are capable of, until you try something new.

Melissa

PS You can find me on Social Media: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: @MelissaBenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram: @BenderCrosby1

PPS If you want to help support BenderFitness so we can keep bringing you new workouts, your donation is greatly appreciated: https://www.patreon.com/BenderFitness.

Workout Breakdown:

First 20-Minute HIIT: Interval Timer Set for 15 Rounds of 30/50

1. Plié Twist and Tap-Right

2. Plié Twist and Tap-Left

3. Warrior III Pulse & Squeeze-Right

4. Warrior III Pulse & Squeeze-Left

5. Goddess Tap

6. Rock the Boat

7. Russian Twist

8. Plank Jack

9. Rotating Push-up

10. Heel Lift Plank

11. Temple Tap Abs

12. Reverse Plank Step

13. Side Plank Reach-Right

14. Side Plank Reach-Left

15. Angel Abs

Continue with Power Yoga by Sean Vigue.

Enjoy!

Always consult a doctor before starting any exercise program.

Cardio Burn Core Workout (HIIT) Home Exercises

Hi Everyone!

Today we have a Core Focused, Cardio Burn workout on our agenda. This is a great routine for burning fat, and building core strength and stamina. Be sure to keep your core strong and engaged during each exercise. This will help recruit your transverse abdominals, which work like a girdle to support your middle and back.

As you can see in the photo below, all of the abdominal muscles work to control different movements. This is why you need to utilize a variety of exercises and motions to work your entire core. The transverse abdominals are the deepest layer of core muscles.

Today’s routine will use your muscles in each plane of motion. If you find a specific exercise difficult, don’t worry. Get in as many reps as you can. You will build strength and endurance over time.

I planned on filming a new workout today, but we had a surprise visit from some friends that we haven’t seen in over a year. I will be filming a new workout early this week, and will get it posted as soon as possible. I will also post a sneak peek move on my Instagram account, so be sure to check it out.

Taking advantage of the warmer temperatures to spend some time outside.

I did get in a short walk today with my son. We spent some time outdoors, because the weather was nice, which is not common for our area in January.

I love coming up with fun learning games to play with my son. This time we practiced shapes, and jumped up and down on each shape. We also worked on colors, and got in some fine motor play using our sidewalk chalk. We both loved having some fun in the sun.

I hope you enjoy today’s exercise routine! Let me know how you like it! I will update everyone as soon as I film the newest workout routine.

Melissa

PS I am on Social Media: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: @MelissaBenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram: @BenderCrosby1

For my non-fitness related posts I am on instagram as @Melissa_Bender_Life

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Set your timer for 10 Rounds of 40/50.
*For a Lower Impact Workout Option you can choose to March in Place instead of High Knees. Select the Movement that is best for you. *

-High Knees
1. Plank Crunch
-High Knees
2. Plank Jack Pushup
-High Knees
3. Side Plank Reach Through (right)
-High Knees
4. Side Plank Reach Through (left)
-High Knees
5. Rainbow Plank (right)
-High Knees
6. Rainbow Plank (left)
-High Knees
7. Down Dog Cross & Lift (right)
-High Knees
8. Down Dog Cross & Lift (left)
-High Knees
9. Pushup to Hip Thrust (alternating)
-High Knees
10. Knee Drop Plank

Repeat 1-3X
Optional: Pair with 15-30 Minute Run or Cardio of Choice.

Core Cardio Burn: 15 Minutes Per Round HIIT Fat Burn

Quick Total Body Sculpting HIIT Workout: Home Workout

Hi Everyone!

It’s workout time! Today’s workout is a 12-Minute HIIT that will work your entire body. I also posted two cardio videos below for an added burn. As always, you can repeat this workout to make it more intense, while having it fit into your schedule.

This is a total body workout, and utilizes dumbbells. No Dumbbells? Get creative! Grab some water bottles, or something around the house that you can use for some resistance. During today’s workout focus on form. Form is always important, but I really want you to emphasize it when you use weights. Use a weight that challenges you, but that you can maintain your form with for each exercise. I used two 12-lb dumbbells during this workout.

This is a throwback workout. I filmed it when Maverick was just a few months old. It’s crazy to look back and see how little he was in this video!

I hope you enjoy this workout! Maverick had perfect timing when I filmed, and woke up for the very end of the workout. I will say, getting in my workouts around his schedule can certainly be a challenge! That is the great thing about having the option of quick workouts. You can make time for 12-Minutes. When I filmed this video, I only got in one round of this workout, plus a 2-mile walk with the baby, but it was still a good workout. Don’t beat yourself up if you can’t get in multiple rounds of a workout every day. Just make sure you are doing something!

Jesse & Maverick before Yoga last night.

I signed up for a Half Marathon the first weekend in May. I have been getting my running on track again. Since having my son it has been very hard to stay consistent. I feel SO much better when I get in my workouts. We have also been having an unseasonably warm February here in Pittsburgh, and sunshine is a mood booster for me.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout! We have new workouts on the agenda to film. We are re-establishing our workout schedule and filming schedule. Thanks for working out with me! Let me know how it goes and how you feel!

Melissa

PS You can find me on Social Media: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: @MelissaBenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram: @BenderCrosby1 Maverick on Instagram: MaverickBender

PPS If you want to help support BenderFitness so we can get a new camera & new equipment & make our site more sustainable your donation is greatly appreciated: https://www.patreon.com/BenderFitness.

Equipment: Two Dumbbells + Interval Timer. –Buy a Gymboss now. Set Your Interval Timer for 12 Rounds of 10/50.

Squat Press
Spiderman Plank
Runner’s Lunge Pulse-Right
Runner’s Lunge Pulse-Left
Bent Over Row to Fly
Table Leg Press-Right
Table Leg Press-Left
Rock the Boat V-Up
Elbow Tap Side Plank-Right
Elbow Tap Side Plank-Left
Down Dog Hop-Right
Down Dog Hop-Left

Repeat 1-3X

Equipment: –Buy a Gymboss now. Set Your Interval Timer for 10 Rounds of 10/50.

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High Knees
Mountain Climbers
Burpees
High Knees Lateral Jump
Frog Hopper
Plie Jump
Tuck Jump Burpee
Russian Kicks
Heel Tap Squat Jump
Donkey Kick

Repeat 1-3X

Buy a Gymboss now. Timer Set for 5 Rounds of 10/50.
*Each Section will take 5 minutes. You can pause the video and grab some water in between sections. *

Section 1: Jump Rope Cardio Burn

Jump Rope
High Kness Jump Rope
Jump Rope
High Knees Jump Rope
Jump Rope

Section 2: Cardio Fat Burn

High Knees
Burpees
High Knees
Burpees
High Knees

Repeat 1-3X

15-Minute Cardio HIIT & Body Sculpt Home Workout

Hi Everyone!

Today is the final day of my Original #30DayWorkoutChallenge! WooHoo!!! You did a fantastic job making it all the way through the challenge! So let’s make it through the final workout!

Today’s workout is 15-Minutes per Round. This is a Cardio HIIT workout. This workout incorporates cardio burst exercises to get your heart rate up, your metabolism revved, and your body burning fat. It also incorporates plant of body sculpting moves.

Push yourself for maximum repetitions during each exercise. It’s okay to breath heavy and work up a sweat! That means you are challenging yourself, and that is what we are going for. Breathing heavy does not mean you are out of shape, it just means that you are pushing yourself. Challenging ourselves is the way that we improve.

This is the last day of this challenge. Let’s keep the momentum going with a new workout challenge next month. I started filming workouts for my Brand New February DietBet Challenge. If one of your goals is weight loss and you want to win money for losing weight you can sign up for my DietBet Challenge here: www.dietbet.com/benderfitness. It starts February 1st, but you can sign up now! Let’s use the momentum from this challenge, and keep ourselves motivated into February.

For many people the motivation that comes with the New Year has worn off, but it takes consistency to make our goals a reality. Don’t stop now!

I am giving away a free entry into my DietBet Challenge to two lucky individuals! I embedded the entry form here, but if it doesn’t load for you, you can find it on my Facebook page: @MelissaBenderFitness.

Melissa

PS You can find me on Social Media: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: @MelissaBenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram: @BenderCrosby1

PPS If you want to help support BenderFitness so we can get a new camera & new equipment & make our site more sustainable your donation is greatly appreciated: https://www.patreon.com/BenderFitness

10/50 Second Intervals. 10 Seconds of Rest, 50 Seconds Max Reps.

1. High Knees
2. Froggers
3. Mountain Climbers
4. Pendulum Squats
5. Chair to Lunge (right)
6. Chair to Lunge (left)
7. High Knees
8. Froggers
9. Mountain Climbers
10. Temple Tap Abs
11. Hip Lift Tap
12. Snow Angel
13. High Knees
14. Froggers
15. Mountain Climbers

Repeat 1-3X

15 Minute Full Body HIIT + 20 Minute Arm & Belly: Fat Burning Workout

Hi Everyone!

It’s workout time again! Are you ready for a great workout? I know I am! I feel the need for a good sweat session.

Below I posted workout Days 26 & 27. I had an active rest day yesterday, so I am going to be stacking these two workouts together. You can choose to do one or both. As I have mentioned in the past: use the workout schedule, but if you need to modify it a bit that’s okay! If you miss a workout don’t let it throw you off track. Just hop right in and keep going. Consistency=Results.

We create strength by challenging our bodies. These workouts will keep your body guessing, because they change all the time! You are utilizing your muscles in different ways, with different movements, and creating a functional strength that will improve your overall fitness level.

We have just a few more days left of this challenge, before we start our February workout challenge! Comment and let me know how you are doing, and if you are going to do the February challenge as well!

Don’t forget: I started filming workouts for my Brand New February DietBet Challenge. If one of your goals is weight loss and you want to win money for losing weight you can sign up for my DietBet Challenge here: www.dietbet.com/benderfitness. It starts February 1st, but you can sign up now!

Have fun with today’s workout!

Melissa

PS You can find me on Social Media: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: @MelissaBenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram: @BenderCrosby1

PPS If you want to help support BenderFitness so we can get a new camera & new equipment & make our site more sustainable your donation is greatly appreciated: https://www.patreon.com/BenderFitness

Day 26 Workout:

Get Your Own Interval Timer: Buy a Gymboss now.

10/50 Intervals.
Equipment: Chair or Bench to perform Dips.

1. Superman Lifts
2. Dive Bombers
3. Scissor Leg Lifts
4. Side to Side Squat
5. Squat Jumps
6. Superman Heel Taps
7. Dips
8. Heel Tap Abs
9. Rotating Side Plank Leg Lifts
10. Pulsating Lunge Hops
11. Swimmers
12. Walking Push-ups
13. Temple Tap Abs
14. Chair Pose with Heel Lift
15. Surfers

Day 27 Workout:

Get Your Own Interval Timer: Buy a Gymboss now.

15 Rounds: 30/50 Second Intervals: 30 Seconds Max Reps, 50 Seconds Cardio

Equipment: Jump Rope (You can also complete the jumps without a rope or substitute high knees).

1. Spiderman Cross Pushup
-Jump Rope
2. Knee Drop Plank
-Jump Rope
3. Sumo Pushup
-Jump Rope
4. Supergirl Plank
-Jump Rope
5. Rolling Pushup
-Jump Rope
6. Plank Jack
-Jump Rope
7. Rotating Side Plank
-Jump Rope
8. Walking Pushup
-Jump Rope
9. Shoulder Tap Pushup
-Jump Rope
10. Leg Lift Plank (forearm)
-Jump Rope
11. Leg Lift Pushup
-Jump Rope
12. Side Jump Plank
-Jump Rope
13. Superman Pushup
-Jump Rope
14. Cheek to Cheek Plank
-Jump Rope
15. Down Dog Pushup
-Jump Rope

Kicking Cardio Fat Blast: 15-Minute HIIT Workout

Hi Everyone!

Are you looking for a quick, cardio fat burning workout to boost your metabolism today? You came to the right place!

Today’s workout alternates jump roping with different “kick” based exercises. If you don’t have a jump rope don’t worry. You can do rope less jumping, substitute high knees, or any other cardio of your choice (Burpees anyone?)

One round of this workout takes only 15-Minutes. It is a quick workout that will get your heart rate up, boost your metabolism, and burn fat. Push yourself for maximum reps, focus on form, and if you are up for a longer workout you can repeat it. I also posted cardio links in the weekly workout schedule, if you want another workout to pair this with. Remember, you can go through it one time if that’s all you can fit in! The option is always there for a longer workout, but consistency is what is most important for you to notice results.

Today is Day 25 of my Original 30-Day Workout Challenge. How are you feeling? Are you noticing a difference in your strength? Endurance? Speed? Overall well being? Consistency will get you results, so stick with it! We are almost to the end of the workout challenge!

Have fun with today’s workout!

Melissa

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10/50 Intervals

1. Jump Rope
2. Table Kick (right)
3. Jump Rope
4. Table Kick (left)
5. Jump Rope
6. Jump Kick (right)
7. Jump Rope
8. Jump Kick (left)
9. Jump Rope
10. Lunge Kick (right)
11. Jump Rope
12. Lunge Kick (left)
13. Jump Rope
14. Donkey Kick
15. Jump Rope

Repeat 1-3X