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No Equipment Needed Cardio Circuit Workout

April 11, 2012 by Julie 57 Comments

A cardio workout was on the books for this morning. I was not in the mood to stick with one form of cardio today and ended up completing quite the cardio hodgepodge workout!

  • 10 min. elliptical
  • 15 min. stair master
  • 1 round “no equipment needed” cardio circuit (detailed below)
  • 10 min. elliptical

My favorite part of today’s workout was the “no equipment needed” cardio circuit workout:

cardio circuit workout

I made up this workout on the fly but it was inspired by my jump rope circuit workout.

The above circuit workout is very similar to the jump rope circuit, but it’s a little shorter, making it a great circuit to do two times through if you’re looking for a fast at-home workout option and don’t have any fancy equipment at your fingertips. All you need is a jump rope, but you can simply imitate the jump rope motion if you don’t have one.

In case you’re a little unsure about several of the moves listed above, here are some instructional links:

  • Skaters
  • Mountain Climbers
  • Ski Jumps
  • Burpees

Breakfast

Breakfast today was a no-brainer since I prepped it last night.

overnight oats with strawberries

I made a batch of overnight oats using strawberry banana Greek yogurt and topped it with freshly sliced strawberries.

strawberry overnight oatsovernight oats spoonful

I have a feeling overnight oats are going to pop up on the blog more and more as the days continue to warm up as summer approaches. Overnight oats and smoothies seem to dominate my morning meals in the summer!

I’m off to take Sadie on a quick morning walk before cramming in some work. I also have a Taste of Ocala committee meeting at lunchtime, so I’ll see ya after that!

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About Julie

My name is Julie and I am a full-time blogger, new mama, fitness enthusiast (certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor) and food fanatic (mostly healthy... but also not-so-healthy) living in North Carolina with my husband, dog and baby boy. Thank you for visiting Peanut Butter Fingers! I hope you enjoy little glimpses into my life and have fun trying the sweaty workouts I frequently share and making some of my favorite recipes along the way!

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Comments

  1. Claire @ Live and Love to Eat says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:26 am

    I love overnight oats with berries – I make a similar version with cocoa powder too, chocolate covered strawberry style! 🙂

    Reply
  2. Sabrina says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:27 am

    I’m always jealous of your early morning workouts. Morning workouts are something I would love to implement instead of night.

    Have a good day!

    Reply
  3. Hope @ With A Side Of Hope says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:31 am

    I love overnight oats and strawberries are the perfect addition. They are so refreshing for breakfast in the summer 🙂

    Reply
  4. Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:34 am

    Your oats look so creamy this morning! I love no equipment workouts, especially ones with skaters and mountain climbers! Have a great walk with Sadie!

    Reply
  5. Angela says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:34 am

    I want to bad to like Overnight Oats…I just can’t get past the cold gooey oat texture lol

    i’ll just stick with my warm oats 🙂

    Reply
    • Faith @ For the Health of It says

      April 11, 2012 at 8:38 am

      Haha same here. I’ve tried it once and felt like it was super slimy – pass!

      Reply
  6. Bonnie @ pastepants says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:41 am

    I haven’t had overnight oats in such a long time, will make it tonight so I can have some for tomorrow. YUMMO!

    Reply
  7. Alyssa @ fit and fun in third says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:41 am

    Awesome workout! I was just lying here (it’s my spring break ;)) trying to figure out what workout I was going I do today… Perfect timing!

    Reply
    • peanutbutterfingers says

      April 11, 2012 at 8:42 am

      woo! hope you like it!! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Sarah says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:02 am

    I remember you had posted once about having quinoa for breakfast so I tried your recipe. I dunno, something was just off. Texture and that weird quinoa taste in yogurt wasn’t for me. I thought it would be nice to use some of the leftover so i tried it. I ended up dumping it. Oh well!

    Reply
    • peanutbutterfingers says

      April 11, 2012 at 9:34 am

      yeah, i said i liked it, but i definitely prefer oats or barley for breakfast over quinoa. it has a bit of an aftertaste. i still personally like it, but i can easily see how it wouldn’t appeal to everyone.

      Reply
  9. Kristin says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:03 am

    So glad to see a ‘no equipment needed workout’ I have been debating going to the gym all morning, this way I can sneak in a little reality tv too!

    Reply
  10. Carie says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:07 am

    I will most definately be trying this for an extra cardio workout today! Those oats look yummy!!!

    Reply
  11. Devon says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:12 am

    Oooo I’ll definitely keep this no-equipment cardio workout in mind for moments where I’m bored and want to do another workout for fun! And overnight oats always look SO good on other people’s blogs but every time I try to make them they end up kind of “blah” for me!

    Reply
  12. Lena @ Fit on the Rocks says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:14 am

    Those fresh strawberries look so yummy! I always love your circuit workouts, especially with no equipment because I can sneak in some moves when I get bored at my desk.

    Reply
  13. Lindsay @ In Sweetness and In Health says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:22 am

    I always LOVE your circuit workouts! They are awesome :). I can’t believe I have never tried overnight oats. I really need to do that asap because they always look so tasty whenever I see them on your blog!

    Reply
  14. Elizabeth @ Chocolate Drops and Pearls says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:26 am

    Cannot wait to try that workout! It looks awesome and I am always looking for something I can do at home since my schedule is always kind of crazy. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Steph @ StephSnacks says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:28 am

    Nice workout! I’ll totally be trying this 🙂

    Reply
  16. Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:28 am

    overnight oats have been making more of an appearance in my breakfasts lately due to the warmer weather too. SO good!

    Reply
  17. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:30 am

    Love the breakfast … very healthy and refreshing!! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:42 am

    that strawberry bowl of goodness looks delicious! and perfect for the warmer temps!!

    Reply
  19. Katie @ Peace Love & Oats says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:43 am

    I really need to buy a jump rope!!! And I wish it were getting warm here in Chicago… it was 35 when I got up this morning. Rude.

    Reply
  20. Heather H. @ Run Eat Play says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:50 am

    Looks like a great workout. We used to jump rope when I took kickboxing. It’s tiring! Your oats look yummy. Now I’m craving strawberries!

    Reply
  21. Katie Adler says

    April 11, 2012 at 9:55 am

    While the strawberries look fantastic, I can’t get into the idea of the cold oats…I LOVE my warm oatmeal even on summer days. I will say that those strawberries look mighty delicious!

    Reply
  22. Yellow Haired Girl says

    April 11, 2012 at 10:02 am

    I’ve been ridin’ the overnight oats train too … I think iced coffee may start showing up on my personal menu soon too. I love warmer temperatures!!

    Reply
  23. Nescett @ bananaoats says

    April 11, 2012 at 10:28 am

    I’m totally going to do this cardio circuit this morning. Thanks!

    Reply
  24. Caroline @ After Dinner Dance says

    April 11, 2012 at 10:42 am

    I love no equipment circuits – great for at home and traveling too. And the other great part about overnight oats is you don’t have any prep in the morning!

    Reply
  25. Cat @ Breakfast to Bed says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:01 am

    I made a crap ton of coconut bulgur for the week. cold breakfast for the win.

    Reply
  26. Khushboo says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:10 am

    I just made a batch for breakfast tomorrow- so refreshing after a workout!

    Reply
  27. Bethany @ Accidental Intentions says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:16 am

    Looks like a killer workout! Definitely something to keep in mind when I start backing off on the running after my 10K. Or maybe for a cross training day? Hmm…

    I’m such a fan of overnight oats, especially on busy mornings. Quick breakfasts are the best.

    Reply
  28. Amy says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:23 am

    great cardio workout!!

    Reply
  29. Emily says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:23 am

    WOW this looks great! Love your blog btw:)

    Reply
  30. Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:29 am

    I am all about the smoothies lately. Can’t help myself!

    Reply
  31. Lisa says

    April 11, 2012 at 11:42 am

    Circuit workouts are the best. Honestly, doing that over an hour on the elliptical is waaaaay better and more fun! They are my new choice of workouts.

    Reply
  32. Amber @ Busy, Bold, Blessed says

    April 11, 2012 at 1:00 pm

    Yes, this is confirmation, you really can workout anywhere! No excuses (need to remind myself :D).

    Reply
  33. samantha says

    April 11, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    have you ever thought about becoming a personal trainer? seems like you’d be good at it.

    Reply
  34. Katie @ Katie Moves says

    April 11, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    Made the Baked Oatmeal from your recipe round up recently- wonderful! Just wrote about how good it was on my blog! Have a good day!

    Reply
  35. Hillary says

    April 11, 2012 at 1:48 pm

    I love cardio workouts that I can do without equipment, especially when I’m on vacation and don’t feel like running/don’t have access to a gym. But a minute of mountain climbers? Oy. My body is crying just thinking of that one!

    Reply
  36. Taylor @ Nuts for Apples says

    April 11, 2012 at 6:36 pm

    Hey Julie! I love your circuit workouts. What program do you use to make the charts?

    Reply
  37. Debbie says

    April 12, 2012 at 2:07 am

    Julie, quick/silly question- with the jump rope, do you jump with both feet or one foot at a time? It makes quite a difference! 🙂

    Reply
    • peanutbutterfingers says

      April 13, 2012 at 8:50 am

      both feet!

      Reply
  38. Jessica says

    April 14, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    I did this circuit today along with your Burnin’ Legs and Abs circuit- I really liked them combined! I didn’t take as long breaks for the cardio (time constrain) but overall I felt great after.
    Thank you!

    Reply
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