This Martial Arts-inspired workout throws in a mix of punches, blocks and kicks while you shadow box your way to a major release of stress and aggression. Skipping and core conditioning may be incorporated. As in boxing, it boasts many health benefits such as greater stamina, improved flexibility and enhancing core strength - all while working out to your favourite music. No blood, lots of sweat and maybe only a few tears. Rest assured you will have a high calorie-burning workout. The best part is that you can learn a self-defence skill in addition to getting an excellent cardiovascular workout. Regular attendance in Cardio Kickbox classes will result in better-defined arms and stronger legs. You should also notice an increase in your kicking flexibility.
HOW CARDIO KICKBOX WILL BENEFIT YOU
Cardio Kickbox at Extreme Fitness is a great class for participants of any level. Learning to jab, cross, hook and uppercut is quick and easy. Throw in a few roundhouse kicks and you’ll soon be feeling like a professional. Cardio Kickbox will increase your cardio abilities, as well as help improve your breathing capacity while exercising.
Kickboxing as a sport requires great cardiovascular ability in addition to martial arts skill. In a Group Fitness setting, the focus is on continuous cardio. By moving for the majority of the class, you’re working to strengthen the muscles of your heart. In addition, the large, strong muscles in the legs and butt (gluteus, quadriceps, hamstrings and calves) are activated through the continuous kicking movements. Working these large muscles means major calories burned aiding in overall weight loss. And of course, the upper body – including shoulders, arms, chest and back – benefit from the toning aspect of throwing punches and blocks. Cardio Kickboxing also challenges the core as the body’s torso needs to twist and turn to execute the various kickboxing combinations.
Cardio Kickboxing class also includes conditioning work, which further tones and conditions the entire body. By participating in Cardio Kickboxing class, you’ll also do calisthenics exercises such as push ups and squats to further improve your personal strength.
Additional benefits include an emotional empowerment that comes from having a strong physical body. Knowing how to punch and kick in self-defence mode is a great side benefit of a great cardio Group Fitness class.
