I tried this 20-minute no-jumping cardio workout and found it was the perfect way to squeeze movement into a busy day

Woman squats in a living room, her knees are bent and her hips are pushed back, she holds her arms straight our in front of her. She is wearing bright orange athletic leggings, a white top and her black hair is in a high ponytail.

I'm always on the lookout for workouts that are 20 minutes or less. While I need to find a spot in my schedule for a workout that's 30 minutes or longer, I can usually squeeze in shorter workouts either before work or during my lunch break. A quick hit of cardio exercise is a great way to get my heart rate up, boost my metabolism and avoid energy slumps during the day.

So when I came across this no-jumping cardio workout on the popular Rachel's Fit Pilates YouTube channel, I was keen to give it a try. You might want to avoid jumping and opt for a low-impact workout if you're returning from an injury or want to go easy on your joints or your pelvic floor. Perhaps you live in an apartment and don't want to disturb your neighbors. I'm in my third trimester of pregnancy, feeling heavy and getting out of breath easily so a bounce-free workout appeals to me too. I'm still aiming to include some exercise most days, so a short cardio session is an ideal way to fit movement into my working day.