Higher Intensity Workouts to Save Time Over the Holiday Season

If you’re struggling to get your workouts in during this busy time of year, I’ve got one word for you … INTENSITY!
Basically, you’re trying to crank out a higher “output” but in a shorter period of time. I’m talking 20-30 minutes or less.
In a nutshell, this means training like an ATHLETE.
The good news is these workouts can actually be a lot of fun.
Plus, after the holidays are over, you won’t have to start over (a big problem for a lot of people!) – and you WILL feel pretty good about your fitness level.
Here are some ways to add intensity to your routine:
● Add speed bursts to your walk/run/elliptical session.
● Raise the treadmill incline/walk up hills outside.
● Include conditioning exercises – battle ropes, kettlebell swings, burpees, jump rope – between sets during your strength-training workout.
● Hit the treadmill for 1-2 minutes between rounds of your resistance training workout.
Here’s a fast total-body workout you can sneak in anywhere!
“Hot for the Holidays” Tabata-Style Workout:
Warm up for 5-10 minutes: do some cardio, jump rope, etc. to get the blood flowing, then do some bodyweight squats, lunges, arm circles to warm up the muscles.
Go through this circuit 1-4 times, depending on the amount of time you’ve got and how you’re feeling.
Perform each exercise for 20 seconds, and then rest for 10 seconds b