ShareWhat To Do Instead of Cardio
I’ve been going through your survey responses and a lot of great questions are popping up… like what to do instead of cardio … (thank you to everyone who helped out!)
So today, let’s do a quick Q n A…
QUESTION: “Are your workouts supposed to be add ins to a normal gym/cardio regime or stand alone workouts?” – Jill
KV: Great question Jill! Most of my Accelerator workouts are designed to be added in to your current routine, to speed up results. Unless I’ve specified it’s a full program (my MRT programs are all stand alone).
To get the best results, use my short bodyweight Accelerator workouts are what to do instead or cardio or intervals after your main workout – or for a stand alone on an off-day.
How To Add Accelerators To Your Program <= Blog Post
OK next…
QUESTION: “I have a very bad knee. What can I do for conditioning? No running or bouncing, no burpees, no jumping lunges.” – A LOT of cool cats
KV: No dramas! Here are a few of my fave exercise substitutions for high impact moves like burpees…
* Do Walkouts instead of Burpees
* Do Step Jacks instead of Jumping Jacks
* Do Total Body Extension instead of Jump Squats
And remember, it doesn’t matter what shape you’re in… any workout can be modified to your current fitness level!
Alrighty, here’s a good one from Jessie…
QUESTION: “How many negative chin ups should you be able to do before you safely do regular chin ups?” – Jessie
KV: Great question! If you can do 5 negative chin ups lowering yourself at a 5 second pace, or 10 negative chin ups at 3 second pace, you should be able to do 1 regular chin up. Always focus on using good form for quality reps!
If you want to get your first chin up… and build an incredibly strong and powerful upper body while you’re at it… then…
==> Here’s a Step-By-Step Plan to Master Your First Chin Up
That’s it for today!
You got a question? Hit me up in the comments below the post and I’ll do my best to answer 
Have a super day!
Your Coach,
Kate Vidulich Exercise Phsyiologist
