What are the keys to losing weight?
First, eat the right dietthat’s non-negotiable.
Second, do the right exercise program.
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One of the best and most popular methods for weight loss ishigh-intensity interval training(HIIT).
This puts a massive demand on your body to burn more calories than an equally steady cardio session.
Aleaner, fitter body.
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Below, you’ll find seven incredible HIIT workouts for weight loss.
We recommend doing these as a “finisher” at the end of your workout.
Avoid doing these in the beginning because you’ll exhaust yourself and possibly compromise your technique.
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For best results, follow the rest time correctly and push yourself hard.
Finally, do these two to three times a week, max.
Keep reading for our seven best HIIT workouts for weight loss.
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Squat down, and explode into the air, switching legs, and landing in the opposite stance.
Keep your lower back flat, and don’t let your hips sag.
Lower yourself, and keep your elbows close to your body as you descend.
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From the bottom, explosively push yourself so your arms get off the ground.
Place your hands behind your head.
Squat down, sit back, and spread your knees apart.
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Keep your weight on your heels.
Once you descend below parallel, explode up and jump as high as you’re able to.
Repeat these exercises 10 times.
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Workout #3: Kettlebells
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Then, hike the kettlebell back between your legs, and explosively drive your hips forward.
Swing the kettlebell up to the rack position.
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Don’t use your arm to yank the kettlebell.
This will pull the kettlebell away from your body and then slam onto your arm.
Also, try starting the kettlebell in the rack position.
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Then, swing it between your legs and return to the rack position.
Workout #4: Battle Ropes
Workout #5: Tabata
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Stand shoulder-width apart with your toes slightly out.
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Start the movement by sitting backward and spreading your knees apart.
Descend below parallel while keeping your lower back flat.
At the bottom, drive through your heels, and keep your knees apart.
Rest for 30 seconds between sets.
Bodyweight Squats
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart with your toes slightly out.
Start the movement by sitting backward and spreading your knees apart.
Descend below parallel while keeping your lower back flat.
At the bottom, drive through your heels, and keep your knees apart.
Pushups
Get in a pushup position with your hands about shoulder-width apart.
Keep your lower back flat, and don’t let your hips sag.
Lower yourself and keep your elbows close to your body as you descend.
Curl the bands without swinging your body or leaning backward.
Pin your upper arms at your sides and extend your elbows to lockout.
Keep your elbows locked.
Start by squeezing your shoulder blades together and pulling the band apart until your arms open 180 degrees.
Do not arch your back.
