Sometimes, working out makes us feel like we’re on fire (but in a good way)! Other times? We can get stuck in a bit of a rut. That’s usually a good signal that it’s time to change things up, and try something new!

Looking for inspiration? Here are four workouts to put some spice back in your training. The best part? They’re all quick-and-dirty, get-in-get-out in less than 30 minutes, and all require very minimal equipment!


BUSTLING BODYWEIGHT LADDER

This is a descending ladder workout, which means that the number of reps you will perform of each exercise will decrease with each round. This will get you breathless in no time!

Equipment: Bodyweight

Four rounds of four exercises, starting at 40 reps each, and going down 10 reps for each round.

Lateral Hops—40, 30, 20, 10 total reps
Mountain Climber—40, 30, 20, 10 total reps
Curtsy Lunges—40, 30, 20, 10 total reps
Dancing Crab—40, 30, 20, 10 total reps

Keep your reps clean and your form gorgeous—never, ever sacrifice form! Rest whenever you have to, and celebrate how fun it is to MOVE!


BOTTOMS UP! KETTLEBELL CIRCUIT

This circuit is time-based, which means that you’ll try to do as many (clean) reps as you can in each work interval, and respect the rest interval between each move.

Equipment: 1 Medium-Weight Kettlebell

Set an interval timer for 6 intervals of 30 seconds of work followed by 10 seconds of rest. Perform the following exercises:

Goblet Clean & Squat
Alternating Clean & Press
Two-Handed Swing
Squat & Bicep Curl
Bottoms-Up Press
Hand to Hand Swing

Perform 3 to 6 rounds, resting 60 seconds between each round.


CRAZY 8 CIRCUIT

For this fun, fast-paced workout, set a timer for 20 minutes and complete as many rounds as possible while keeping your form clean, and resting as need be.

Equipment: Bench or Box

In 20 minutes, complete as many rounds as possible of:

Bulgarian Split Squat—8 reps each leg
Decline Push-Up—8 reps
Single-Leg Hip Thrust—8 reps each leg
Bench Dip—8 reps
Box Jump—8 reps
Incline Push-Up with Pulse—8 reps
Lateral Step Up—8 reps each leg
Pike Shoulder Taps—8 reps total


SLIDER STRENGTH SESSION

Sliders are a great tool to add to our fitness equipment arsenal. Since they’re light and compact, they’re perfect for home workouts, or for travel days!

Equipment: Sliders

For this workout, perform 5 rounds of:

Slider Curtsy Lunge Right—15 reps
Slider Archer Plank—5 each side
Slider Curtsy Lunge Left—15 reps
Slider Push-Away Knee Push-Up—5 each side
Slider Knee Tuck—15 reps

Rest as needed to keep your form impeccable!


You know what, aside from working out, is also excellent for your physical health? A hefty dose of gratitude! (I’m not even kidding, it’s been scientifically proven!) If you’re interested to see how gratitude can have a positive effect on your body, make sure to check out the Gratitude Practice Companion, my 7-week training series designed to help you implement a sustainable gratitude practice, so that you can experience less stress, enjoy more health and a more positive relationship with your body!