Traveling goes with the territory of the holidays. Whether you are staying with family or in a hotel room, this workout is something that can be done with limited space and without disturbing anyone's peace. The entire workout takes about 15 minutes, but is able to get your cardio going and muscles burning! No need to take up extra suitcase room with running shoes, all this workout needs is a towel for the floor.
Calorie burn: 100+
Wall Squats
Start and end this workout with 30 seconds to 1 minute of wall squats. Arms should be at your sides with back completely touching the wall and legs hip width apart. Make sure that your knees are at a 90 degree angle the entire time.
Plank Tuck with Leg Extension
Get into plank position with arms either extended or resting on your forearms. Tuck the left leg in towards the right arm, then extend the leg up so it is as high as possible while keeping hips even. Hold the for 5 seconds then go back to the starting position. Complete one minute per leg.
Side Plank Lifts
Rotate your body to the right from plank position so you right arm is under your shoulder and the left foot is stacked on top of the right. Either keep arm extended or lower so you are resting in your forearm. Slowly lower your body so you are almost touching the ground, then rise back up. Complete 20-30 side plank lifts per side.
Bicycle Crunches
Lay on your back in sit up position. Extend your legs straight out so the are at a 45 degree angle from the ground. Bring left leg and right elbow in so they are almost touching then extend straight out to starting position. Alternate between left and right side for 2 minutes.
Squats
Stand with legs should width apart and facing forward. Bend knees as far down as possible while still keeping torso straight. Hold for 3-5 seconds then rise back up. Complete 30.
Crunches
Complete 50-100 crunches without shoulder blades touching the floor. Hands should be under head and eyes should be looking towards the ceiling. The only muscle group working is the abs. Make sure no back muscles aid in lifting you off the ground.