Discover the benefits of high intensity interval training (HIIT) with this invigorating walking workout designed for seniors and beginners! This low impact session features 4 sets of 4 exercises, each lasting 30 seconds, followed by 20 seconds of walking rest intervals. With no exercise repeats, you'll stay engaged and motivated throughout. HIIT workouts are perfect for seniors as they boost cardiovascular health, improve muscle strength, and enhance balance and coordination.
Whether you’re new to exercise or seeking to maintain your exercise routine, this versatile workout can be done either standing or seated in a chair, making it accessible for all fitness levels and abilities. If you're looking for an added challenge, feel free to pick up some light weights to increase the intensity and further strengthen your muscles. You’ll rack up about 1500 steps, more or less depending on your pace.
HIIT workouts are known for their efficiency, providing maximum benefits in a shorter amount of time. This makes them an excellent choice for seniors who want to stay active without spending hours exercising. By incorporating intervals of high-intensity movements with short periods of rest, you'll keep your heart rate elevated, burn more calories, and improve overall endurance.
Researchers note that HIIT workouts can help reduce overall fat and belly fat.
Estimated calorie burn for:Â
🔥 A 120 lb (54.4 kg) person: 39 caloriesÂ
🔥 A 200 lb (90.7 kg) person: 64 caloriesÂ
Please note that these estimates are rough calculations and don't take into account individual variations, such as fitness level, walking speed and other factors that can affect calorie burn. Additionally, these estimates include the calories burned during the exercise itself and do not account for the calories burned at rest or through other activities throughout the day.
Want more HIIT workouts? Check out our HIIT playlist!
Stay up-to-date on our latest workouts and news! Sign up for our email list in the footer below.