Get Fit in Just 8 Minutes
By Nicole Nichols, Managing Editor and Fitness Expert at SparkPeople
This short and simple cardio workout that will elevate your heart rate to burn calories and fat in just minutes!
Length: 8 minutes
Equipment: None
Type of Workout: Cardio (aerobic) & flexibility
Fitness Level: Beginner to Advanced
Impact: Medium impact
Tracking Your Workout: You'll find this video in the drop-down list of cardio exercises on your Fitness Tracker, so you can track it there (and estimate your calorie burn).
Safety Precautions: Wear proper footwear. Exercise at your own intensity level, using tips provided to lower your intensity if necessary. Only complete as much of the video as you can, taking a break to recover (by marching) when necessary. Never stop abruptly-if you get tired, try to stay moving--even if you're just walking in place. As you progress, try to finish the entire video or to repeat the video several times.
Click here for Coach Nicole's VIDEO: 8-Minute Athletic Intervals Workout.
Viewing Tips
You can pause or rewind the video at any time if you need a break or need to watch for closer instructions. We suggest watching the video one time through before attempting the workout.
This video will provide you with a short cardio workout. If you choose, repeat the video a few more times to extend your workout.
This video does not include music, but you can play a stereo or CD in the background as you workout. Just make sure you can still hear the instructions.
To play the video, simply click on the Play button (bottom left corner) to start. Below the video screen, you'll find buttons for Pause, Stop, and volume control.
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SparkPeople Fitness Expert Nicole Nichols is an ACE-certified personal trainer and AFAA-certified group fitness instructor. You can learn more about Nicole and her workout DVDs here.