If I wanted to boost heart health I’d do this five-minute cardio circuit as often as possible

Woman exercising in domestic setting.

Cardio exercise is an important part of any fitness program because it strengthens the heart and lungs, and aides weight loss. When you improve your cardiovascular fitness, oxygen is delivered more efficiently around the body and this can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure.

The high-energy cardio workout below has been created by Move The Gap, a collective of four women’s health experts and fitness trainers, including Fit&Well favorite Kate Rowe-Ham. It involves four moves and only takes five to 10 minutes, or you could do multiple rounds—I recommend three—to turn it into a longer training session.