Here's my 20-25 minute cardio routine (thanks to my PT) that I do on the elliptical or exercise bike:
- 3 minute warm-up (easy building to moderate intensity)
- intervals: 45s at a moderate intensity, 15s at a high intensity (repeat for 15-20 minutes)
- 2 minute cool-down (make sure your heart rate is coming down slowly)
If I can spare another 10-15 minutes, I usually move over to the weights for the following (2 sets of 10-15 reps):
- Leg Press or Squat (superset with calf raises)
- Lat Pull Down or Seated Row (superset with plie squat)
- Pec Press or Push-up (superset with stiff legged deadlift)
- 2-3 minutes of crunches (working rectus abdominus and obliques)
I can usually fit this routine into 40 minutes or less, and I know my husband is grateful for that if both the kids are awake.
