Fun alternatives to drab workout routines

Tabata

A tabata workout is a high intensity interval training that combines short periods of intense exercise with substantially less intense recovery periods. The best part about this routine is that your body keeps burning fat even after the workout. Tabata also helps you improve your cardiovascular system, and so when it is combined with dance routines it instantly becomes more fun.

Kickboxing

Putting your resilience, coordination and flexibility to test, this 360 degree workout routine combines kicks and punches to help you shed off extra calories while making you stronger. Kickboxing routines work on areas of your body that don’t get enough attention throughout the day, and in turn help you increase your energy levels and reduce stress.

Zumba

If you’re looking for a routine that not just pumps your heart rate up, but also tones your entire body, Zumba may be the right exercise for you. It gives both aerobic and anaerobic benefits, but most importantly, it releases endorphins that make you happy after a good workout. The routines come in various intensity levels and is a lot more fun when done with friends.

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