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Getting in a cardio workout doesnt always need to involverunningor hopping on acardio machineat the gym.
Katie Thompson
They all can be done quicker or slower, depending on how intense you want the work to feel.
And many of them can be done with less impact by just making small tweaks.
If you are cleared to exercise, try Taylors workout below.
If you dont enjoy something, swap it out for something else.
ModelTiana Jonesis a dance and fitness instructor based in New York City.
Lateral Shuffle With Floor Tap
Start standing tall with your feet hip-width apart.
Bend your elbows and hold your hands in front of your chest.
Then, reverse direction, and tap the floor with your left hand.
Continue this movement, alternating directions, for 45, 40, or 35 seconds.
Squatted Cross Punch
Start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Bend your knees and push your hips back as you lower down into a squat.
Continue this movement for 45, 40, or 35 seconds.
Draw your right knee to your chest.
Return your left leg to the starting position.
Continue to alternate, moving quickly, for 45, 40, or 35 seconds.
see to it to keep your core engaged and back flat throughout.
If you have to slow down to maintain form, thats fine.
It is just as important with this modification to keep your core turned on and focus on your breathing.
Skaters
Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
Lift your right leg and jump to the right.
Let your left leg straighten and follow.
Swing your left hand in front of your body as your right arm swings behind your back.
Swing your right arm in front of your body as your left arm swings behind.
Continue, alternating sides, for 45, 40, or 35 seconds.
Quick Feet
Start standing with your feet hip-width apart.
Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your core tight and back flat.
Tap your right foot about six inches out in front of you.
Continue, alternating feet, for 45, 40, or 35 seconds.
Heres how to make them low-impact.
Start standing upright with your hands by your sides.
Step out to the right while raising both hands above your head.
Return to starting position.
Repeat with your left leg and arm.
Butt Kicks
Stand with your feet hip-distance apart.
Kick your left foot up to your left glute.
Set your foot back down and repeat with your right foot.
Continue, alternating quickly, for 45, 40, or 35 seconds.
