This winter has brought us nearly all types of weather here in Michigan. From sub zero temperatures, to snow, rain, ice, and even humidity – we’ve had it all. As we progress into the Polar Vortex, temperatures are falling and I find myself looking for ways to burn calories and take my workout indoors.

Whether you’re dealing with snow, rain, wind, ice or freezing temperatures – some days it’s just safer to stay inside. When it takes more time to warm up your car than it does to drive to the gym, it’s probably best to stay home.

Luckily, there are some convenient ways to burn calories with no equipment.

My motivation to go anywhere significantly decreases in the winter. Whether it’s an errand or a trip to the gym – I always love the opportunity to complete a task from home. Knowing that I able to complete a cardio workout at home without needing any equipment to burn calories is very convenient.

It’s a common misconception that you burn less calories without equipment. Many people assume that they need to visit the gym to use fancy machines to fit in a cardio workouts – but with the right exercises, working out at home can be just as effective, if not more.

Bodyweight exercises are a great way to increase your heart rate and complete a cardio workout right at home.

This Snow Day Workout combines a variety of bodyweight exercises to help you burn massive calories at home with no equipment. The workout comprises of 4 sets that are each meant to be repeated. As your fitness level increases, you can increase the number of repetitions for each set.

This indoor cardio workout will challenge you without needing any extra equipment. Each exercise utilizes your own body weight to create resistance and help strengthen muscles while burning calories.

If the winter weather is looking bleak and you’re hoping to stay indoors, try this cardio workout on your next snow day.

Snow Day Workout

The indoor cardio workout that burn calories with no equipment.

Warm Up (repeat x 2)

• 25 jumping jacks
• 25 butt kicks

Set 1 (repeat x 3)

• 15 sumo squats
• 15 pushups

Set 2 (repeat x 3)

• 20 mountain climbers
• 16 alternating R leg/L hand and L leg/R hand raises

Set 3 (repeat x 3)

• 20 tricep dips
• 20 jump lunges
• 20 second plank

Set 4 (repeat x 4)

• 14 raised leg situps
• 10 one leg toe touch & hop

Planks

• 45 second R side plank
• 45 second L side plank

Snow Day Workout: In Pictures

Warm Up (repeat x 2)

25 jumping jacks & 25 butt kicks

Set 1 (repeat x 3)

15 push ups & 15 sumo squats

Set 2 (repeat x 3)

16 alternating R leg/L hand and L leg/R hand extensions & 20 mountain climbers

Set 3 (repeat x 3)

20 tricep dips, 20 jump lunges & 20 second plank

Set 4 (repeat x 4)

14 raised leg situps & 10 one leg toe touch with hop

Planks

45 second R side plank & 45 second L side plank

Who says you can’t get in a great workout without going to the gym?! These bodyweight exercises are the perfect challenge to keep you motivated this winter.

Complete your cardio workout without ever having to leave the house with this Snow Day Workout. Burning calories will be easy this winter!

More Bodyweight Workout Ideas:

• The 15 Minute Cardio Workout You Can Do Anywhere
• 30 Minute Cross Training Challenge for Runners
• Full Body 30 Minute At Home HIIT Workout