Want to get better results in less time?

Without fancy gym equipment?

Then HIIT workouts could be what you are looking for.

High-Intensity Interval Training (also referred to as HIIT) is a proven way of working out that will help you burn fat, lose weight, and get stronger – especially if you aren’t scared of working up a sweat to get results.

And perhaps the best thing about HIIT workouts – you don’t need to spend hours and hours on cardio sessions if you want to start making serious changes to your body and fitness levels at home or in the gym.

What is HIIT?

High-Intensity Interval Training is a style of exercise where you alternate between a short burst of extreme effort, followed by a short rest period to catch your breath and recover.

This improves your metabolic rate by pushing your personal limits, resulting in improved fitness and therefore better weight loss.

How Can I Train HIIT at Home?

To reap the many benefits of a HIIT workout – whether at home, outdoors, or in the gym – you need to be working out to a degree where you can no longer hold a comfortable conversation – really push yourself, knowing you’ll get your recovery time soon.

This trains your body to work anaerobically, helping you to become more efficient at producing and using energy.

This increases your body’s fat burning potential, meaning that even for up tp 24 hours after your workout, your body can still be burning fat. Just to reiterate, though, the key is pushing yourself HARD (90%) on those intervals.

Do I Need Fitness Equipment?

No you don’t need any home fitness equipment. However, if you ever want to increase the intensity, don’t up the time slots, simply add some weights, like a set of cheap adjustable dumbbells. This will make your home workout more difficult, without losing the interval benefits of a HIIT workout.

Obviously, HIIT workouts are not suitable for everybody and it’s always a good idea to check with your GP before starting any new exercise regime.

Example Home HIIT Workout

Once you get the all clear, get going. Below is a short, simple workout to get you started, where all you need is a watch and your own body.

Suggested HIIT Workout

Remember to warm up, cool down and stretch!!

• 45 Secs – High Knees
• 30 Secs – Tuck Jumps
• 30 Secs – RestThe Half Hour Kettlebell Workout
• 45 Secs – Plank30 Secs – Mountain Climber
• 30 Secs – Rest
• 45 Secs – Moving Squats
• 30 Secs – Jump Squats
• 30 Secs – Rest
• 45 Secs – Left Split Squat
• 30 Secs – Jumping Lunge
• 30 Secs – Rest
• 45 Secs – Right Split Squat
• 30 Secs – Jumping Lunge
• 30 Secs – Rest

Complete 3-5 Rounds

Good luck, enjoy and reap the benefits!

Looking to Increase Intensity?

To increase the intensity of your workout you can add some kettlebell sets, cheap adjustable dumbbells, free weights, or a suspension trainer like the Jungle Gym XT set of straps. This will allow greater results over a shorter amount of time, and will also improve your strength and muscle tone.

Now it’s time to start your first HIIT workout – good luck!