Workout of the day

Get ready for a solid mix of kettlebell work and aerobic training. This workout will get your heart pumping and muscles fired up.

The workout of the day consists of:

3 rounds for time:

  • 21 Kettlebell Swings (1.5 pood / 24kg, 1 pood / 16kg)
  • 21 Burpees
  • 400m Run
  • 21 Sit-Ups
  • 15 Pull-Ups
  • 9 Push-Ups
  • 9 Air Squats

Scaling

For beginners:

  • Kettlebell Swing: Use a lighter weight or perform Russian kettlebell swings
  • Burpees: Step back instead of jumping back
  • Run: Reduce distance to 200m or walk instead
  • Pull-Ups: Use a resistance band or perform ring rows
  • Push-Ups: Perform on knees

For intermediates:

  • Kettlebell Swing: Adjust to a comfortable weight
  • Burpees: Perform as prescribed but pace yourself
  • Run: Reduce distance to 300m
  • Pull-Ups: Use a lighter resistance band if needed
  • Push-Ups: Perform regular push-ups but take breaks if needed

No equipment

No equipment?

  • Kettlebell Swing: Use a backpack filled with books or water bottles
  • Burpees: No changes needed
  • Run: Jog in place or perform high knees
  • Sit-Ups: No changes needed
  • Pull-Ups: Perform inverted rows using the edge of a sturdy table
  • Push-Ups: No changes needed
  • Air Squats: No changes needed

Warmup

  • 5 minutes of light jogging or brisk walking
  • 10 Arm Circles (each side)
  • 10 Leg Swings (each side)
  • 20 Jumping Jacks
  • 10 Bodyweight Squats

Stretch:

  • Shoulder Stretch (30 seconds each side)
  • Hamstring Stretch (30 seconds each side)

Cooldown

  • 5 minutes of easy walking or slow rowing

Stretch:

  • Hip Flexor Stretch (1 minute each side)
  • Child’s Pose (1 minute)
  • Triceps Stretch (30 seconds each side)