Beginner Incline Cardio Routine

If you see me on a piece of cardio equipment you can count on the fact that I either have it at an incline or I'm sprinting. Incline training is often overlooked but it's one of the best things you can do for your booty! Many days during our hiking trips we are racking up 15-25 miles per day so in order to stay in shape for climbing most of my cardio is incline. Instead of logging miles upon miles on the treadmill or road, try climbing a mountain! You will still be torching calories (possibly many more!).

I do different intervals, varying my speed and incline, each time. The one that I created for you here is a beginner incline routine. It's easy to follow and easy to adjust to your fitness level. If this is too difficult simply dial back the speed, if it's too easy raise your incline and/or speed.

Note: Do NOT hold onto the treadmill during your workout. You can do so if you need to step off and take a break but by holding on it you are only cheating yourself. Get the most out of each workout by using proper form.

If you are doing one of our workout plans, you can try this cardio routine to mix things up!

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Beginner Incline Cardio Routine

• WARM UP: 3-5 minutes, easy pace to get your blood flowing
• 1 - 5 minutes
  • 3.0 incline
  • 3.0 speed
• 6 - 10 minutes
  • 4.0 incline
  • 3.0 speed
• 11 - 15 minutes
  • 5.0 incline
  • 3.1 speed
• 16 - 20 minutes
  • 6.0 incline
  • 3.2 speed
• COOL DOWN: 3-5 minutes, easy pace

Indoor Cardio Workout Circuit

It's easy to slack off during the winter but just getting a little movement in during the day will give you the mental and physical boost you need to tackle your to-do list! I love to do a quick cardio circuit in the mornings just to help me wake up. Try this one, even if you can only do it one time through - small steps add up! Keep at it and work your way up to repeating the circuit three times.

P.S. How cute is this sports bra?! I love the colors...and the skinny (but supportive) straps...and how smooth it is...basically everything about it. It also matches my go-to long sleeve hiking shirts!

I counted and I have eight (8!!!!) Champion® sports bras basically in every single color. For this workout I was able to test out the Champion SmoothTec Bra. I was already a fan of Champion sports bras (obviously) and this one does not disappoint either. It's smooth and lightweight but still supportive. I've worn it hiking and to the gym numerous times. One of my favorite things is where the arm cutouts are - it didn't dig into my skin and gave me enough room to move my arms as needed. For me, it's hard to find sports bras that are supportive but also shaped correctly. I LOVED this one!

Now, grab you a new Champion sports bra and do this workout!

Indoor Cardio Workout

- Repeat Circuit 3 Times -

10 side-to-side jumps

30 seconds butt kicks

10 burpees

10 jump squats

10 knee-ups

30 seconds mountain climbers

30 seconds jump rope

30 seconds jog in place

10 knee-to-elbow planks

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Driveway Workout Circuit: At-Home Workout Routine

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Looking to stay (or get) in shape this winter? You've come to the right place! Although we normally workout in the gym, most days I go outside just to get in some fresh air and a little movement (since I work from home).

I made up this quick workout you can do in your very own driveway! If this is just a little break for you - do the circuit once. If it's your complete workout do it as many times as you can with correct form! As always, adjust to your fitness level.

Driveway Workout
No Equipment Needed

Warm Up: 1 Minute Jog

10 Squats

10 Push-Ups

10 Walking Lunges (per leg)

30 Second Sprint

10 Squats with Pulse

10 Push-Ups

10 Lunges with Rear Leg Extension (per leg)

If you have a little more in you, feel free to add 10 Burpees at the end!

Repeat 2-3 Times

Squats - Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart (or you can do narrow squats with your legs closer together). Keep your chest up and forward and your knees directly over your toes. Lower your bottom like you are sitting down in a chair. Return to starting position and repeat.

Squats with Pulse - Use the same form as described under squats. Once you are low in your squat position, raise slightly (a few inches) then lower again to full squat. You can do many short pulses or just one, depending on your fitness level. Return to the starting position and repeat.

Push-Ups - Start in plank position. With your hands slightly wider than your shoulders, lower your body until your chest almost touches the floor. Push back up to the starting position and repeat for listed number of repetitions. Not ready for a full push-up yet? You can also do these with your knees on the ground.

Walking Lunges - Step forward with one leg keeping your upper body straight and shoulders back. Lower your hips until your leg is bent at about a 90 degree angle. Repeat on each leg, lunging up and down your driveway, for number of repetitions listed.

Walking Lunges with Rear Leg Extension - Use the same form as described under walking lunges but when you stand back up, lift your rear leg straight out behind you squeezing your glutes.

With cooler weather approaching, many people limit themselves to indoor workouts. That doesn't have to happen! Make sure that you are properly dressed and get outside. We go hiking all year long and many of my layers are Champion. I stay warm and I'm still able to enjoy the beautiful outdoors!

The clothes that I wore for this workout were AMAZING! I am in love with this warm fleece top and love how the capris fit!

Champion Women's Tech Fleece Open Bottom Top in Ceramic Grey

Champion Shape® Women's Capris

If you are trying to figure out what to gift your athletic friend or still trying to come up with things to add to your list, Champion athletic clothing is always a great choice!

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Champion. The opinions and text are all mine.