Top 5 Workouts For Burning Fat Fast!

And just like that, you gained 15 extra pounds! Blame it on age or lifestyle but whatever the reason, you won't the weight off! 

I understand. For years, I struggled with my weight and overall fitness. It seemed like one day I was athletic and in shape and the next I was waking up as a shape I didn't recognize and my clothes didn't sit comfortably on.I looked everywhere for the perfect workouts to help me drop the fat and get back active.

For years, running was taught to be THE workout for burning fat. Leaving me stuck and limited in my options initially. But there are many ways to do many things and so i began to look for my way to burn this fat.

After years of research and experimenting with the best exercises and workouts to burn fat, I noticed the best exercises weren't complexed or foreign per se. But actually simple and easy to do from anywhere. 

From P90x to traditional aerobic exercises, here are the five best workouts to burn fat and get you active! 

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Before we begin, it is important to note there are several factors that play a role in how much fat you lose. However, the more work you safely put in the better you are for it. Make sure to pay attention to your exercise time intensity level, and your present health conditions. With that being said, here are the 4 best workouts to burn fat fast!

HIIT It Good

The ultimate exercise discipline, that zaps away faster than you can believe, is HIIT exercises. If you are running low on time, HIIT workouts are the perfect choice for you. These intense but quick workouts burn a ton of calories, challenge your body, and can be done in no time. Making it your secret weapon in your healthy journey.

HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a popular style of working out that entails short bursts of activity at a rate  greater than 70% of your total aerobic capacity. The idea is to concentrate on challenging and short exercises in succession so your heart rate can rise quickly and activate your fat burners.

It’s important to note that while you are alternating between your HIIT workouts to get proper rest. Alternating between 30-seconds and 1-minute rest intervals is critical in your safety and recovery. You can burn a ton of calories in 30 minutes or less by performing high-intensity activities but your safety and ability to perform is the most important thing.

RIP High Knee Runs

There is running and there is running in place with high knees! Running in place with high knees forces you pull your knees higher than normal, causing you to exert more energy and burn more fat. Your heart will really get to pumping.at this great alternative to traditional running and it burn calories like you wouldn’t believe. This exercise is a great way to get cardio without the tedious movement of actually running. By remaining in the same area and raising your knees higher than normal running, you are pumping your legs and arm harder than you would in your normal running routine.

High-knee running is a high-intensity activity that can help you burn a lot of calories in a short amount of time.

Here’s How To Do It:

• Stand with your hands beside you and feet shoulder width apart
• Lift your right knee up to your chest (or as high as possible) and pump your right arm simultaneously 
• Drop your right and repeat the motion for your left side, alternating rapidly 
• Pump your arms up and down quickly to get your heart going harder!

Important to note:

Start slow and perfect pulling your knee higher and higher. This is the key to executing the exercise correctly and burning the most fat in the least amount of time.

Glute Kicks

Glute kicks, like high-knee jogging, are a stationary cardio workout that gets intense! The rapid bouncing on your toes coupled with the pulling your legs back more than normal, creates a bit of muscle confusion and adds weight and pressure to your hips and knees. Causing you to have to stabilize your body more than usual.

This workout works best and the burns the most fat after your heavier lifting sessions. This is a gentle cardio exercise that does wonders, 

Here’s How To Do It:

• Simulate your regular running motion.
• Lift your heels toward your glutes and you bounce from leg to leg
• Kick your own butt if you can 
• Repeat for 30 seconds

Mountain Climbers

Imagine how much fat you could burn if you climbed a mountain. Now, imagine getting those results without the heights and weather conditions! And you have mountain climbers. Mountain climbers are a perfect full-body workout to obliterate your fat. You'll burn a lot of calories in a short amount of time because you'll be using your entire body throughout this exercise. From keeping yourself balanced with your arms to pumping your legs rigorously, you will feel the burn in no time!

Here’s How's To Do It:

• Begin in your straight armed plank position.
• Tighten your core.
• Pump your legs in a running motion, bringing your knees up to your chest.
• Keep your weight suspended on your arms as you feel the burn..
• Climb for 30 seconds

Jumping Jacks

Notice a pattern yet? Exercises that engage the entire body and force you to move are all simple yet rewarding. Jumping jacks are another simple aerobic workout that dramatically increases your heart rate and activates your fat burners. It's powerful yet gentle and will help tone and shape your entire body. Jumping jacks typically don't require much room, making them perfect to do at home.

Jumping jacks can be used as a warmup, HIIT workout, or general routine, depending on your fitness level and intensity

Here's How To Do It:

• Place your feet together with your arms by your side
• Jump and spread your legs shoulder width apart while raising both arms above your head
• Jump and bring your legs and arms back to their original position.
• As needed, repeat the process.

Important to note: Jumping jacks can be used as a warmup, HIIT workout, or general routine, depending on your fitness level and intensity

There You Have It

It's amazing how the simplest of movements can have the best effects in burning fat and changing your body. You now know the top 5 exercises for burning fat fast and help you along in your weight loss journey.

Remember, this is your fitness and health journey. Stay on the road and you will reach your destination. Stick around and check out our next article on how to build the perfect six pack.  And If you need any more help, check us out for all of your fitness tips and guidance. See you next time!