Tired and seriously bored of the treadmill? Here is a custom workout plan and 5 fun alternatives straight from a fitness expert, to being on the treadmill for cardio!
We spoke to Uzair Atiq who is an entrepreneur, a fitness and sports guru. He has over eight years of experience in helping people with their body image problems, getting to their ideal weight and loving themselves. His certifications include professional sports management, sports nutrition and exercise physiology all from the international Olympics committee (Sweden) and he is also an expert in weight management, functional training, Tabatta, Endurance training, muscle shredding and strength training.
We shared with him a concern many of us had and struggled with. The journey to health is one that requires many strides and big chunks of motivation and if you add on the monotony of aimlessly jogging on a treadmill, it is all the more a struggle. So we thought, what else could we do to get the recommended time of cardio in and also at least remotely enjoy the process….
Fitness expert, Uzair Atiq came through with his recommendations. He not only suggested us a quick cardio workout with a custom plan, he also suggested various other options for you restless souls who tend to get bored a bit too easily (We feel you, we struggle with the same.)
A Custom Workout Plan To Switch Your Boring Cardio Routine Up!
So he says the idea behind this specific workout is rather than just forcefully walking or jogging on the treadmill, you get to engage yourself in a better muscle movement, mobility and flexibility. This will also yield results engaging all muscles and of course get you out of the monotony also. So instead of doing cardio all 5,6 days of week (totally depends on however many days you workout) you can follow this plan instead, about at least 3 days in a week. This will help you feel more energetic too!
Instead of doing the same old on the treadmill, try out these workouts for more calories to burn and better results with muscles engagement for overall body blood circulation. Follow this the circuit below: It is a combination of 7 exercises which you need to follow as a set of 4. Give 30 seconds pause between each set and after completing one circuit, give yourself a break of two minutes.
- Jumping Jacks 15×4
- Touch toes 20×4
- High knees 15×4
- Elbow to Knee 20×4
- Mountain climbers 20×4
- Shuffle squats 15×4
- Push ups 10×4
Here Are His Recommendations On Adding In A New Sport Or Activity
He further adds switching to any new or different sport is always good for a regime change and instead of doing the basic cardio, one can engage in the following indoor/outdoor activities from anywhere between 30-45 minutes.
Zumba
Zumba is a fitness program that combines dance and aerobic exercise to energetic Latin music, providing a fun and effective workout. Being designed to provide a full-body workout, improve cardiovascular fitness, enhance coordination, and help with weight loss and toning.
Swimming
It is both a recreational and competitive sport, as well as a popular form of exercise. Swimming is a low-impact exercise, making it an excellent choice for individuals of all fitness levels and ages, especially those with joint issues or injuries.
Cycling
Cycling is good for cardiovascular health because it is an aerobic exercise that raises your heart rate, strengthens your heart and lungs, improves circulation, and helps burn calories, contributing to better overall cardiovascular fitness.
Water Aerobics
It is basically your old school aerobics but done in a pool. So cool! It is a low-impact fitness activity conducted in a pool, involving various movements and exercises that provide a cardiovascular workout while taking advantage of the resistance of the water.
Playing Tennis
Playing tennis provides cardio benefits by involving continuous movement, sprinting, and rapid changes in direction, which elevate your heart rate, improve cardiovascular fitness, and enhance overall endurance.
However, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise program, especially if you have underlying medical conditions or concerns about your cardiovascular health.
