7 Sneaky Ways to Burn More Calories in Just 15 Minutes

  

Did you know that you can burn a lot of calories in just 15 minutes? Many people complain that they don’t have the time for exercise, but I disagree – it’s always possible to find time for exercise. Even with a super busy schedule it’s possible to find 15 minutes to exercise and burn calories as well as drop a few unwanted pounds.

If you think that those 15 minutes won’t do anything good for you, you’re wrong. All burned calories add up and help you lose weight. After all, 15 minutes of workout is better than 15 minutes of chatting or sitting, right? You will have more energy, better health and reach your fitness goal. Here are a few fantastic ways to burn more calories in just 15 minutes.

1. Ride a bicycle

One of the most effective exercises that will help you to burn more calories in just 15 minutes is cycling. Get a bike to ride outdoors and do it regularly to reach your fitness goals. If you have an indoor cycling bike, it’s also great. After 15 minutes of this high intensity workout you will see and feel the amazing results!

2. Run

I love running and I think it’s one of the best and easiest workouts everyone can do. The best thing about running is that it helps reduce stress and anxiety. So, if you feel stressed out, take a break, head out the doors and run for 15 minutes. Not only will you feel better, but you will also burn a lot of calories. Running is a great way to burn more calories in just 15 minutes.

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3. Swim

Another incredibly effective exercise that will help you burn a lot of calories in just 15 minutes is swimming. When you swim, you work your entire body and it helps you to get in shape faster. If the weather is warm and you own a pool in the yard, find 15 minutes to swim and burn those calories.

4. Jump rope

Jumping rope seems to be an easy exercise, but it will help you burn more calories per minute than any other workout. If you are not ready to jump rope for about 15 minutes straight, it’s okay. Start jumping, take short breaks, squat for about 30 seconds, and then begin jump roping again to burn more calories.

5. Do jumping jacks

Are you ready for the challenge? Perform jumping jacks for 15 minutes straight. This great exercise will help you burn around 150 calories and feel great. This exercise will help you improve your endurance levels as well.

6. Do squats

Use your own bodyweight for resistance and do some squats, jump squats, leg lifts and high knees for 15 minutes to burn a lot of calories in a short period of time. You will get the most out of your exercise and can even drop a few pounds. This is a big step to achieving your fitness goals.

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7. Do step ups

The step-up is a wonderful exercise for the muscles of your upper leg. It’s also a great exercise for your heart health and it’s a surefire way to burn more calories in 15 minutes. You can add hamstring curls (stepping up and flexing leg up behind you) or quad high knees (raising leg up high). It’ll help you strengthen your muscles and burn a lot of calories.

Hopefully the tips mentioned above will help you reach your fitness goal with little effort. Are you going to try any of these ways to burn more calories in just 15 minutes? What are your favorite exercises and why?