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HIGH INTENSITY

HIIT Workout Program

Maximum results in minimum time. These high-intensity interval workouts torch calories, build endurance, and keep your metabolism fired up for hours after you finish.

20-30 min sessions
High intensity
No equipment
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30
Minutes Max

What is HIIT?

High-Intensity Interval Training alternates between intense bursts of activity and fixed periods of rest. It's proven to burn more fat in less time than steady-state cardio, boost your metabolism, and improve cardiovascular health.

2x

More fat burn vs traditional cardio

24hr

Elevated metabolism after workout

0

Equipment needed

1

The 20-Minute Burner

Perfect for beginners to HIIT

Format: 40 seconds work / 20 seconds rest | 4 rounds

High Knees

40 sec

Squats

40 sec

Push-Ups

40 sec

Jumping Jacks

40 sec

Burpees

40 sec

Mountain Climbers

40 sec

Lunges

40 sec

Plank Hold

40 sec

2

Tabata Torch

Classic Tabata protocol - maximum intensity

Format: 20 seconds ALL-OUT / 10 seconds rest | 8 rounds per exercise

Block 1: Lower Body (4 min)

  • • Jump Squats (8 rounds)

Block 2: Upper Body (4 min)

  • • Push-Up Variations (8 rounds)

Block 3: Core (4 min)

  • • Mountain Climbers (8 rounds)

Block 4: Full Body (4 min)

  • • Burpees (8 rounds)

Rest 1 minute between blocks. Total: 20 minutes

3

30-Minute Shred

Advanced full-body blast

Format: 45 seconds work / 15 seconds rest | 3 rounds through all exercises

1

Squat Jumps

2

Push-Up to T

3

Lunge Jumps

4

Plank Jacks

5

Burpees

6

High Knees

7

Tricep Dips

8

Skaters

9

V-Ups

10

Sprints in Place

1 minute rest between rounds

HIIT Safety Tips

Warm Up First

Always do 5 minutes of light cardio before starting.

Honor Rest Periods

Rest intervals are part of the workout. Use them.

Modify as Needed

Low-impact options work too. Skip the jumps if needed.

Limit to 3x/Week

HIIT is intense. Give your body time to recover.

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