Whether you simply can’t get on the treadmill, don’t fancy using it, or just outright hate it, this two-move conditioning workout is a great alternative. Don’t be fooled by the fact it’s just two exercises though, these are compound exercises that’ll tax your upper and lower body muscles, ramping up your heart rate, so gym water bottles are advised! Just grab either a light pair of dumbbells, two kettlebells, a barbell, or even two large water bottles if you’re at home.
A conditioning workout (also known as a ‘metcon’ in CrossFit circles) is just a high-intensity workout designed to raise your heart rate and improve your cardiovascular fitness. However, these types of workouts aren’t just cardio-focused, depending on the exercise selection they can also boost strength, muscle, speed, and agility. These workouts offer plenty of benefits too such as regulating blood sugar levels, lowering blood pressure, and research also shows they can increase Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC), meaning you'll continue to burn calories even after you've stopped training.
