A No-Nonsense Walking Workout in 30 Minutes

By , Jessica Smith, Certified Personal Trainer
You've probably been hearing the term 'HIIT' (which stands for high intensity interval training) a lot lately--especially when it comes to describing effective, efficient cardio exercise. And while HIIT offers many benefits, including an increased calorie burn both during and after your workout along with better endurance and improved cardiovascular fitness, it can be very intense, especially if you are new or returning to exercise. Plus, many HIIT routines include challenging moves (like burpees, squat thrusts or mountain climbers) that can be really difficult to execute properly so quickly, especially if you are working with an injury or physical limitations. 
 
The good news is that you don't have to do moves like burpees or mountain climbers during a HIIT workout to get your heart rate up. Since I love walking for exercise, I created this HIIT-style walking-based workout that incorporates some higher intensity intervals to boost your burn but still allow you to safely work at your own pace. If that sounds like a good fit for you, I hope you'll join me for this 30-minute indoor walking-based HIIT workout that requires minimal space and zero equipment (and no floor time) to complete.
 
Remember, you get out of HIIT what you put into it! So, if you are a more advanced exerciser, feel free to pump up your moves to the max! Conversely, if you are just starting out, be sure to listen to your body's signals; challenge yourself, but always take care of yourself, too.
 
Check out the workout on YouTube, or watch via the embedded video below! 
(Psst! Want to know how many steps you took during this workout, or how many calories you burned? The Spark Activity Tracker can tell you!)


 
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About the Author
As someone who struggled to lose weight for years, Jessica found that the key to her own 40-pound weight loss was making small, healthy lifestyle changes that led to big, lasting results. Now, as a certified wellcoach, fitness instructor and personal trainer, she has spent the last 15 years helping students and clients reach their goals in New York City, Los Angeles and Miami, and now reaches millions online through her YouTube Channel and home exercise DVD series. Please visit jessicasmithtv.com/shop to learn more about her fun, results driven programs for all levels of exercisers.