At Home Cardio Workouts

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simple take those simple movements and put them into a metabolic circuit. Check out Dos Remidos "Cardio Strength Training" Book or New Rules of Lifting for some really good workout ideas

I like circuits for indoor workouts with a rest between each circuit.

If she has stairs in her house and no knee problems, there are a few stair drills she can complete for an easy 20-30min workout.

There's also plyometrics, jumping jacks, jump rope, running in place, boxing drills, etc.

And she can also download videos to her computer, iphone, ipad or even directly to her tv of all types.

It really depends on what her goals are, what her interests are and where she is training wise as to what she can do cardio wise from her home, but the options are endless!!!!

Thanks everyone these are all great ideas I'll see which ones she likes we might combine a few different things.

I like Shawn's idea and you will defintely get some great ideas from Coach Dos Remidos's book.

I personally LOVE metabolic circuits and you can custom make all kinds of circuits.

Check out Workoutmuse.com on YouTube which has an example of such workouts (20/10's, 30/30's, 50/15's etc)
Here is a Cardio/Core 30/30 workout
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RmW2ICmcdU

My Done In One workout video is a GREAT cardio workout! You'll also strengthen your back, chest, core and legs. All you need is one set of dumbbells and some space. You can see a clip of it on my site here. There are easier modifications you can do as shown by a girl who was pregnant when we shot the video.

I definitely agree with the above ideas about circuits. Coach Dos has some great workouts in his book. Personally, I am a fan of kettlebell circuits. Even something as simple as combining swings and squats will get the heart rate up and provide great metabolic benefits.

Jump rope is a good way to get the heart rate up. Work foot speed, rythm, timing, and endurance all at the same time.

Andrew,

I'm actually partial to doing aerobic exercise in cold weather. (Specifically running or jogging). I like the kettlebell idea. David Jack, CSCS, demonstrates a great kettlebell swing here: http://www.thepostgame.com/blog/training-day/201108/lose-fat-2-exercises along with a great squat thrust exercise. You might also consider this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkD9LwDBWW0&feature=related. I think these two guys do a good job of keeping it simple and effective for clients that are more advanced. I think you'll find the two links to be somewhat similar. I like these exercises because they can kick your butt fairly quickly. Yes, these exercises are done by men, however, I see no reason that your girlfriend wouldn't like them considering the information you've provided about her. You don't need too much room to do these exercises either. Other than that, the above suggestions are all great!

I'm confident that you'll come up with a great workout for her. =)

Exercise TV has some useful classes. Some really good ones are the boot camp and kickboxing ones. Fun and they'll get her sweating.

Jumping rope is excellent and can be done almost everywhere. Also step training and for advanced clients, kettlebells are great for boosting heart rate. Supersetting is also great and it doesn't take much time to get heart rate in the "zone".