Get fit and strong with my HIIT Full Body Workout!
A sincere thank you to Kellogg's Special K for sponsoring this HIIT Full Body workout and refueling tips. As always I only write about products I think you will like and all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting posts like this that allow me to publish Running in a Skirt for free daily.
Hello! Hello!
After taking some time off of more intense workouts around the holidays, I have been all about returning to some serious sweat sessions this past month. It is so soul cleansing to get in a really good sweaty workout. If you workout regularly I'm sure you feel the same way. If you are still striving to jump on the bandwagon, let me encourage you to just give it a try. It will be hard, but I really believe you'll end up finding joy in the process and start feeling so much better about yourself and life in general.
This is cliche but true... you NEVER regret a workout.
Of course my first and true workout love is running, but I also try to mix it up with some circuit workouts like this HIIT Full Body Workout. If you aren't familiar with the term HIIT, it means high intensity interval training. It's where you do several repetitions of a high intensity activity followed by a short period of rest. So in this workout you do 45 seconds of full on, give it your all moves and then rest for 15 seconds. For beginners you can literally rest during that 15 seconds. If you are more advanced keep moving during those rest periods by walking or jogging in place but you want to allow your heart rate to come back down some.
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Since I do spend a good deal of time running, I need my other workouts to be fast and effective. This is one series I do that I thought you'd enjoy as well. It has some cardio, mixed in with basic strength moves. Since it's only seven things it's pretty easy to remember too!
This HIIT Full Body Workout is sure to work up an appetite. To help with the hunger, I like to keep some Special K snacks nearby. I am such a fan of their new Nourish and Protein Bites. Look at these Blueberry Almond Quinoa ones!
YUM!!!!
These snack bites are new to Special K and are so much fun! I like the small pop-able size where you can eat just a few to get a nice energy boost. I often don't need a big snack, just a bite of something to carry me over to the next meal and these are a perfectly portable option.
Look at the wholesome, real visible ingredients in them.
The snack bites come in the Special K Nourish Snack Bites Line OR the Special K Protein Snack Bites. The protein line has 9 grams of protein a serving. Great tasting and an ideal post HIIT Full Body Workout snack.
Check out all the fun flavors... Dark Chocolate Pistachio, Blueberry Almond Quinoa, Caramel Nut (protein) and Peanut Butter Chocolate (protein!)
My favorite was the Peanut Butter and Chocolate.
Special K also recently released several new snack bar flavors... Chocolate Coconut Cashew, Caramel Almond Sea Salt, Chocolate Cherry Nut and Caramel Pretzel Cashew.
The Chocolate Cherry Nut was my favorite. I love cooking my own food, but when I need a fast snack on the go I like to keep some of these in my purse and car. They are also awesome for traveling.
Like the snack bites, you can see the real, visible ingredients, like quinoa, pistachios, almonds and dark chocolate!
Just like giving my HIIT Full Body Workout a try, you should try something new at the grocery store with these fabulous new snack options from Special K!
Can't wait to try this HIIT Full Body Workout from Running in a Skirt! Share on XFor more information about Special K’s new Nourish and Protein Snack Bites, or new Snack Bar varieties, visit Special K's website and follow @SpecialKUS on Facebook and Twitter.
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kellogg’s Special K.
Thanks for stopping by today! Come back tomorrow for an inspirational message that has changed my life recently.
I’m linking this post with Marvelous Monday, Jill Conyers for Fitness Friday & Inspired to be Fit, Amanda for Thinking Out Loud Thursday, Coaches Corner, and Annmarie for Wild Workout Wednesday.
Your turn!
Have you done a HIIT workout before?
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Agness of Fit Travelling says
Great workout plan, Julie! I will give a hard time to my whole body! Plus, those bars seems yummy!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Agness! They are tasty!
kimmythevegan says
This sounds like a great HIIT workout Julie! I love HIIT too because it combines several things, you can get effectively a whole body workout in and it can be quicker than hitting up the gym.
JulieWunder says
So true!
Tara @ A Daily Dose of Fit says
I just saw those bites at the store! Now I really gotta try them! Yum!
JulieWunder says
You do! Thanks Tara.
Marielle Altenor says
I've heard of HITT before! Don't they usually have burpees? Those are HARD!!! I love Special K snacks!
JulieWunder says
They cannn and they are!
Rachel says
I used to do a lot of HIIT workouts but then I realized I need to focus more on strengthening my hips and glutes. I do less HIIT and more slow, controlled work. I kinda miss HIIT though!
JulieWunder says
That's a great workout too.
Emily says
I haven't seen these bars in the store yet, but I can't wait to give them a try! I love the whole food ingredients you can see ☺️
JulieWunder says
Can't beat that!
Melanie Burbage says
So many bars out there! I've never seen these, make my own actaully , but these look yummy! Perfect to pair with workouts
JulieWunder says
Thanks Melanie!
CourtneyLynne says
Oooooo now this sounds like one great workout!!! I really should get back on my fitness grind!
JulieWunder says
You should!
Esther says
HIIT workout for the win!
Those bites are adorable!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Esther!
Annmarie says
Looks like an awesome workout...side lunges get me every time no matter how many I do 😛
JulieWunder says
Me toooo!
Emily @Sinful Nutrition says
HIIT workouts are my fav! Those look like some tasty snacks there too!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Emily!
Patricia @Sweet and Strong says
I love doing HITT workouts like this with work and rest time. Especially when it's all bodyweight moves. It's so easy to get a great workout just using your own bodyweight. And oh these bites sound so delicious! I'm the same in between meals, I usually just need something small to hold me over.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Patricia!
Mariangelica @ Chasing Littles says
Love the workout! HIIT is one of my favourite quick workouts to get in during my day.
JulieWunder says
Me too! Thanks Mariangelica!
Laura says
I love HIIT workouts. I'm getting a little too close to this baby coming to do burpees though...but in a few months I'll be back in the saddle!
JulieWunder says
hahaaaa!!! I feel ya!
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says
I love HIIT workouts! So tough, but you never get bored and they're nice and effective! 🙂
JulieWunder says
They get the job done.
Kimberly G says
I love HIIT workouts! It's the best way to hit all your muscles in a short amount of time. I'm always dripping with sweat when I finish!
JulieWunder says
Me tooo! Thanks Kimberly.
William N. Lott says
The post is so great, I learn a lot from it. Thanks!
Adriana Lopez says
That exercise routine sounds tough your definitely need enough protein to sustain that amount of workout. Thanks for the recommendations
JulieWunder says
Thanks Adriana!
abbey sharp says
I LVOE HIIT workouts!! And the Caramel Almond Sea Salt look sooo good
JulieWunder says
So good! Thanks Abbey.
Divya says
I'm such a huge fan of Special K Products! Their cereal, their snack bars, their crackers! SO GOOD!
JulieWunder says
Me too! I love their protein cereal!
Jodi @ Create Kids Club says
I am bad at mixing things up to incorporate some of these things. I should give this a try!
JulieWunder says
Hope you enjoy it.
Kerri Olkjer says
Definitely trying this workout. Love me some HIIT.
JulieWunder says
Me too! Thanks Kerri!
Jessica @Nutritioulicious says
These flavors sound so good! Such a quick and easy snack idea!
JulieWunder says
It is! Thanks Jessica!
Kristy from Southern In Law says
I love HIIT workouts and this one sounds perfect!
And those peanut butter chocolate protein bites HAVE to be delicious. I mean, is it possible for anything chocolate and peanut butter related not to be delicious?
JulieWunder says
It is a dream team combo.
Erica Schwarz says
"You never regret a workout". I am going to print those words out and stick them somewhere plainly visible all the time. Like my fridge or on this computer. Or both. I needed to hear that - I worked out SO much last year getting ready for an Ironman that I have completely lacked motivation since. Promised myself today that I would give up excuses for Lent. Thank you for the inspiration 🙂
JulieWunder says
You should! They are so true.
GiGi Eats says
I am going to need to HIIT this work out! 😉
JulieWunder says
You are!!
Alicia says
Oh my goodness, these look so good! I have not done workouts in a long time, but will soon.
JulieWunder says
Yay for starting back. I hope it goes well.
Jenn says
I love the ease of this workout. I'll be using it later this week for sure!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Jenn!
Saidah Washington says
I love the Special K Nourish and Protein bars. I keep some in my bedroom fridge and my car to eat after the gym or when running errands.
JulieWunder says
Me too! Great way to use them.
Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says
That chocolate cherry nut bar looks so good! I mean, who can resist chocolate?! YUM.
JulieWunder says
SERIOUSLLLYYY!!!!
Susanna Barbee says
I love HIIT workouts. They are my favorite! I recently read in Shape magazine that metabolism is revved up with only seven minutes of a HIIT workout. Crazy. Now, if I can just get myself to work out again. You look amazing!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Susanna! That's awesome!!
Sarah says
I'm a huge fan of HIIT but don't do it nearly as much as I use to since I kept having repeat injuries but it's made the times I do more effective I think and I love them. Saving this one as it's a great one to get in traveling!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Sarah! We all do the best we can!
Neely Moldovan says
Boomarking this for when I can resume workouts in a few weeks. I always need new ones!
JulieWunder says
You'll be back at it soon!
Daniel says
I'm looking to mix up my fitness regime a bit more lately and HIIT sounds perfect! Thanks for these tips 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thanks Daniel!
Elizabeth Shaw says
I'm a big fan of HITT workouts- getting ready to go to one shortly actually lol! I would love to try these quinoa ones- they sound delicious!
JulieWunder says
Great minds think alike!!
Emily says
PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE? These look so cute and so good; I also love HIIT workouts; they are so exciting and fun.
Emily says
PEANUT BUTTTER CHOCOLATE? These look so cute and so good; I also love HIIT workouts; they are so exciting and fun.
JulieWunder says
Me tooo! They get the heart rate up and make the time go fast.
Meagan @ My Life as Mrs says
They look pretty good and they sort of remind me of Kind bars. The one that stands out the most is the choco coco cashew bar. Looking at these bars are reminding me that I really need to whip up another batch of granola.
JulieWunder says
Yum! Sounds delish!
Debbie@debbiethisandthat.com says
I tend to go for yoga and more gentle exercise, but I have heard about doing the full on exercises with rest in-between. The snacks sound wonderful. It's hard for me to only have a "bite" of one of these snacks. I want to eat the whole thing!! Thanks for sharing these great exercise ideas!
JulieWunder says
Yes! It's nice to get your heart rate up like this.
Dan Steadman says
Never done a HIIT
Would love to try the Peanut Butter and Chocolate
JulieWunder says
So good! You'd enjoy the workout too!
Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says
This is a fitting for today. I teach a HIIT class at the gym and I was just putting a workout together. I did incorporate all of these moves. Although the class is an hour so I have to add much more to the workout. I actually have saw those Special K snacks and I was wondering how they tasted. Thought they may be a little card boarding. But now that I know they are tasty I will have to give them a try.
JulieWunder says
yayyyy!! I wish I was local, I'd totally pop into your class!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
Love these kinds of workouts too. The chocolate cherry bites look good will look for them in the store and check them out
heather @Lunging Through Life says
They look so good! Love the look of this workout, too. It's perfect for short sessions! I love the Fruit and Yogurt Special K but haven't found it in months. Such a bummer!
Blane Sherer says
Nice workout and nourishment ideas and suggestions.
Looking forward to hearing what you have to share with us tomorrow !
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
I just did a HIIT workout of my own... on some Special K. Not kidding. Special K is my favorite fun cereal! And I love their new products!