Top Calorie-Burning Exercises

We don’t always have time to get moving, so when we do, we favour exercises that burn a large amount of calories in shortest time possible. Luckily for us, many exist! Here are five moves that will help you burn at least 200 calories in 30 minutes or less.

Spinning
Spinning (biking in place) is taught in a class and headed by a professional trainer. A great way to increase your motivation!

Calories burned in 30 minutes? 334 ***
Extra tip! You’re allowed to adjust your intensity level at any time on your bike. Don’t hesitate to kick things up a notch every few minutes to get the workout’s full benefits.

Jump rope
Jumping rope is fun, inexpensive, and can be done practically anywhere.

Calories burned in 30 minutes? 320 ***
Extra tip! Once you’ve mastered jumping rope solo, grab a couple of friends and jump with two ropes—this will help you all motivate one another.

Elliptical trainer
The elliptical trainer works both the upper and lower bodies, firming practically every muscle. Its movement is also very gentle on your joints.

Calories burned in 30 minutes? 320 ***
Extra tip! Opt for a program with intensive intervals to get the most out of your workout session.

Step aerobics
Step aerobics involve high-intensity dancing to the beat of energizing music, and is a great firming exercise.

Calories burned in 30 minutes? 255 ***
Extra tip! For an extra degree of difficulty and to burn those extra calories, try to make your steps at least 5 centimetres higher than usual.

Swimming
Swimming is one of the best activities you can undertake for better health. It’s also great because it is easy on your joints.

Calories burned in 30 minutes? 223 ***
Extra tip! Swimming in place is great for burning even more calories. Vary your movements to get the most out of your workout.


*** The number of calories burned is calculated based on a woman weighing 140 pounds.