Cardio and Strength in One

With 2 infants at home, it can be hard for me to find large chunks of time to work out in, and I'm sure many of you, whether you have kids, work, or other committments often find yourselves in similar situations. As a result, I have discovered a love for quick, high-intensity activities that not only get my heart pumping to keep my cardio in high gear but also build strength, power, and muscle tone. Here are some of the favorite routines I have tried out.

Sequence 1 - Do each of these moves for 20 seconds with 10 seconds of rest in between. Repeat the sequence 2 or more times.

Squat and press with medicine ball or weight
Rest
Burpee
Rest
Alternating standing lunges
Rest
Mountain climbers
Rest

Sequence 2 - Repeat the sequence as many time as desired.

Jog in place for 2 minutes
Do 20 squats with your arms straight overhead
Run in place 2 minutes
Do 30 mountain climbers
Run in place for 2 minutes
Do 20 lunges
Run in place 2 minutes
Do 10 jump squats
Run in place 2 minutes

Sequence 3 - Repeat the cirucuit 4 times or as long as desired.

Jump rope for 30 jumps
Do 20 alternating side lunges
Jump rope for 30 jumps
Do 30 high knees
Jump rope for 30 jumps
Do 12 step kicks (step onto a step with one leg and then kick out with the other leg before stepping back down)
Jump rope for 30 jumps
Do 30 butt kicks
Jump rope for 30 jumps
Do 15 push ups