These 10 exercises are more effective than running

There is no doubt that cardio training is extremely effective when it comes to burning fat. However, many people hate running and that's why in today's article we present 10 exercises that are more effective than running.

Here is the program of 10 exercises that can be considered as an alternative to cardio training or more precisely to running. Perform each exercise correctly as many times as suggested for you to fully experience the beneficial effect of the workout.

1. Burpees

Stand up straight, then bend your knees with your hands touching the floor. Then position yourself in a push-up position, do a push-up and they come back up to the initial position with their hands in the air.

2. Plank

Planks are the best exercise for the abdominal region. It is very easy and simple. All you have to do is position yourself in a push-up position with your elbows (at a 90% angle). Make sure your body is in a straight line from head to toe.

3. Squats

Start with your shoulders wide apart and your legs as well. Keep your back straight as you descend with your buttocks while seated. Hold it for a few seconds then go back up to the initial position.

4. Push-ups

Start on your hands and knees with your hands under your shoulders. Next, come onto your tiptoes and heels with your hands, then step your feet back until you're in a plank position. Bend your elbows lowering your body. Then slowly rise back to the starting position.

5. Jumping Jacks

Keep your knees slightly bent and land gently on the balls of your feet. Engage your core and glutes and keep your knees aligned with your hips and feet. Keep your arms straight and your elbows loose throughout the exercise and maintain a steady, steady breathing pattern.

6. Frog jump

After getting into a plank position, jump forward while keeping your hands planted on the floor. After that, return to the previous position and repeat the exercise.

7. Step it up

Follow the detailed instructions in the photo and perform the exercise correctly as it is presented to you in order to achieve effective results. Perform 15 reps each leg x 3 sets.

8. Slots

Begin the exercises standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands on your hips. Then, step one leg forward and bend your knees until your back knee almost touches the floor. After that, bring your body back. Switch legs and repeat 20 times

9. Spiderman Board

Get into a plank position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands directly under your shoulders to start. Engaging the core, bring the right knee to the outside of the right elbow without shifting the weight to the left side. Return to the starting position and switch sides bringing the left knee to the left elbow. Keep body weight centered throughout.

10. Donkey Kicks

Start on all fours, but support your body using your elbows. Lift and extend one leg as high as possible and hold it in the air for 10 seconds. After that, repeat the exercise with the other leg.