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How to Get a Cardio Workout without Leaving Home / Fitness. Snow has blanketed much of the country for the last few weeks, making it very difficult to get out of the house and get to the gym. Those that depend entirely on the gym for their exercise are going to suffer, but thankfully you can get a great workout without ever having to leave your home. How is this possible? Simple: you don't just have to run, cycle, or use the elliptical machine to get a great cardio workout!

Weightlifting can be an excellent cardio workout when done right, and you'll find that a lot of body-weight workouts are great for building muscle as well as getting your heart beating. Running isn't the only awesome workout, but you can do all kinds of exercises to push your heart. With the workouts below, you'll have a great cardio session without having to brave the cold.Day 1 Do each of the following exercises for 20 seconds at full intensity, and rest for 10 seconds.

Day 2 Do the following: Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 4 Exercises that are a Complete Waste of Time. 20 Best Body Weight Exercises. Photo Credit Ben Attridge Overview You don't need a gym to experience a great workout. These 20 exercises, recommended by fitness expert Amy Dixon, will hit every single muscle in your body and slash fat -- without any equipment. (amydixonfitness.com) Squat One of the best exercises is also one of the most natural (just watch a baby sit).

Pushup This is one of the best upper body exercises because it works everything from your chest to your back, your arms and even your abs. Bridge The bridge (also called a hip raise or extension) will strengthen your glutes and hamstrings, while also working your abdominals, back and inner thighs. Lunge Start with feet together and arms resting comfortably by your sides. Plank The plank has become one of the key go to exercises to define your core. Triceps Dip This exercise targets the muscles on the back of your upper arms. Single Leg Deadlift Spinal Balance Bicycles Kick Downs Side Lunge Most people only exercise in two planes: Up and down or forward and back. PaleOMG – Paleo Recipes. Nerd Fitness: Helping You Lose Weight, Get Stronger, Live Better. Fighting Weight Video Series | Conde Nast Entertainment.