Cardio exercises to do at home with minimal equipment

 

9. Air jump rope

The air jump rope requires a person to “swing” an imaginary jump rope in the air. The exercise provides an alternative to jogging in place and is suitable as part of a warm-up routine.

To perform, stand with the feet together and jump up and down while swinging the arms in a circular direction.

10. Jumping jacks

Jumping jacks are a beginner cardiovascular exercise that a person can perform almost anywhere.

To perform:

  • Begin with the feet hip-width apart and arms down.
  • Raise the arms out to the sides, straight in the air while jumping out with the feet apart.
  • Jump back into the starting position and land softly on the balls of the feet, bringing the arms back into the body.

A person can increase the exercise intensity by jumping higher or faster. They can also reduce intensity by performing slower or smaller jumping jacks.