Kick Boxing Workout

If you want to add a little spice to your cardio workout, why not try kickboxing?

Kickboxing is a fun and motivating alternative to the treadmill that will leave you with double the sweat in half the time. It’s a fitness strategy that engages every muscle in your body while burning a ton of calories. Whether your goal is weight loss, weight management, or just overall health and fitness, kickboxing is a great addition to your workout repertoire.

This kick boxing workout can be done at home or at the gym, and you don’t need a single piece of equipment. I throw this routine into my own fitness plan from time to time, and it always gets me motivated in the right direction. There’s something about kickboxing that makes you feel fitter, stronger, and capable of anything you set your mind to.

Ready to get tough?

For this 30-minute kick boxing workout, move through each drill without resting in between. When you reach the end, take a 2 minute breather and run through the entire set again.

TIP: To get energized and stay hydrated throughout, I recommend drinking coconut water. For more information on the benefits of coconut water, read my article on Coconut Water and Weight Loss here.

Kick Boxing Workout Plan

Boxer’s Shuffle – This one’s a good starting point. Standing with your fists pointed upward and forearms on guard, point your right foot forward and shuffle your feet from side to side for 1 minute. At the end of the first minute, jump quickly, turning your body and pointing your left foot forward instead. Shuffle here for another minute, and repeat again, alternating from side to side for 3 minutes.

Speedbag Shuffle – For this one, you’re going to imagine a speedbag at about head level. Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart, and your hands in fists and elbows out to the sides. Circle your arms quickly as if you’re punching the invisible speedbag. While you’re doing this, shuffle your feet quickly from side to side. Perform this exercise for 3 minutes.