When people talk about getting more out of their workouts, the first thing I advise them to do is to dial UP the intensity! Make it harder. Make the movement fuller. Use more of your arms. Jumphigher. Move faster. Get LOW. Even for just short spurts. There’s a VERY big difference between a half assed squat, and a full ON power squat. People are always shocked by how much harder they can actually push themselves.
One thing that helped me start pushing a little harder in my workouts was adding just 5 minutes of high intensity to my workout, broken up however I liked.
A minute here, 30 seconds there, followed by a minute of something less intense like squats, ab moves, plank holds etc. Remember, it’s all about what you put in. Full out. Faster. Fuller and deeper movement than you’re used to.
High Intensity Interval Ideas:
Burpees
High Knees
Squat Jumps
Switch Lunge Jumps
Sprints
Box jumps
Tuck jumps
Mountain climbers
Squat hold while punching with weights
Squat: Front, side, reverse kicks
Quick Feet
This is a good way to approach moves you don’t like too! Commit to just 3-5 minutes spread out in your workout. ie: 5-15 minutes of cardio, then stop and do a few HITT exercises for 3-5 minutes, then 5-15 minutes of cardio to finish off your workout.
Have a Happy and Healthy Day, Cheers :)