Cardio & Core Protocol for Results in 2 Weeks

No gym? No problem. Use this high-intensity circuit to raise your heart rate and engage your deep stabilizers. Perform 3–5 times per week for a tighter, flatter midsection.

Cardio Warm-up

1. High Knees

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Jog in place, driving knees as high as possible. Keep your core tight and arms moving with control.

60 SECONDS

Elevates heart rate and primes the body for fat burning.
Obliques & Waist

2. Chair Twists

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Sit tall, hold a light object, and rotate your torso side-to-side while keeping your back straight.

3 SETS x 20 TWISTS

Engages the transverse abdominis and rotational strength.
Explosive Power

3. Box Jumps / Step-Ups

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Jump onto a sturdy surface, landing softly with both feet. Step down with control.

3 SETS x 10 REPS

Boosts lower body power and improves core stability.
Core & High Intensity

4. Mountain Climbers

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From a high plank, alternate bringing knees toward your chest quickly. Keep hips low.

3 SETS x 20 REPS

A dynamic movement that spikes cardio and ab engagement.
Lower Abs

5. Plank Scissors

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In a forearm plank, raise legs slightly and open/close them in a controlled scissor motion.

10–15 REPS

Challenging move for the hard-to-target lower abdominal wall.
Waist Definition

6. Knee-to-Elbow Cross

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Lie on back. Lift shoulders and bring one knee to the opposite elbow in a rhythmic motion.

20 REPS TOTAL

A compound move that burns fat while building lean muscle.
Deep Side Burn

7. Side Plank Twists

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In a side plank, lower and lift your hips. Add a reach-under twist for extra intensity.

4 SETS x 10 PER SIDE

Deeply activates the obliques and transverse stabilizers.