How to Interval Train With Jumping Jacks

You can interval train using jumping jacks anywhere, because this type of exercise requires no additional equipment.

Interval training is a type of cardiovascular workout in which exercisers alternate between low- and high-intensity periods of exercise movements. Interval training is a great way to "spice up" a workout regimen that usually involves endurance training, such as a thirty-minute jog or a five-mile bicycle ride. In this article, we will discuss how to interval train with jumping jacks.

Things You'll Need

• Stopwatch
• Tennis shoes
• Loose pants
• Loose shirt

Instructions

How to Interval Train With Jumping Jacks

1. 

   Stretch.Lean slowly and evenly to each side, running your hand as far down your leg toward your foot as you can go. Swing your arms in wide circles to loosen up your muscles in preparation for your workout.

2. Warm up. To gradually elevate your heart rate, start out walking in place slowly, then gradually pick up the pace until you are marching briskly, swinging your arms and lifting your legs high with each step.

3. 

   March steadily in place for two minutes. Once you have reached a brisk pace, maintain that pace for two minutes.

4. 

   Do jumping jacks for one minute. After two minutes, stop marching and begin your jumping jacks. They do not have to be fast, just jump steadily and try to land lightly on your toes.

5. March steadily in place for two minutes. Return to your former brisk pace. You can repeat this cycle as many times as you wish. Generally, it should last for 15 to 20 minutes.

6. Repeat this cycle as many times as you wish.

Tips & Warnings

• Consult your health care professional before beginning a new exercise regimen.