Get a Quick Burst of Cardio Anywhere With This Simple, Core-Sculpting Move

By Dominique Michelle Astorino

Published on 5/5/2016 at 3:45 PM

We picked up this quick, simple, and effective cardio move from Burn Pilates. While it's not quite a 180 squat jump, which makes it easier on your knees, this 180 jump gives a burst of cardio while you keep your abs tight to stabilize your core. You'll work your glutes and quads while whittling your middle and burning fat calories from cardio.

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Ready to get started? Here's how:

  • Begin facing the left side of your mat (or space) with feet hip-distance apart, core tight, slightly hinged at the hips.
  • Jump 180 degrees to your right, keeping your elbows near your rib cage and hands in front of you for balance.
  • Jump 180 degrees to your left; make sure to be light on your feet, moving quickly.
  • Repeat the jumps back and forth for 60 seconds.