See, for our bodies to effectively burn fat while we are exercising, oxygen needs to be present.

So if an effective fat-burning workout is what you’re looking for, we’re here to help.

Their answers may surprise you.

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Keep scrolling for some of the best expert-approved exercises to burn fat.

HIIT

Okay, so when youre in thatHIITclass, you might not be burning much fat.

The Tabata protocolis a commonand quickform of HIIT training.

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Pick an exercise that will get your heart rate up in a flash (e.g.

sprints, kettlebell swings, squat jumps,burpees, etc.).

Youll likely be able to go harder in your next HIIT session while increasing the amount of fat burned.

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Similar to low- to moderate-intensity cardio, you could do yoga without having to overexert yourself.

To get started, wake up fresh with anenergizing morning routineor incorporate somebeginner posesinto your day.

So why not just choose LISS as your fat-burning method of choice all the time?

In essence, a short, sharp HIIT session is more time-efficient than a longer LISS one.

Try shooting for two to four strength sessions per week, alternating days between upper body andlower body.

Reformer Pilates

Do like Beyonce and Emma Stone and enroll inreformer Pilates.

You may eventually work your way up to daily sessions and, who knows?

maybe even try out a class atSLT.

This high-intensity, full-body workout brings you the grit and excitement of boxingsans broken nose.

Training just three times a week may wield some serious results.

Now get out there and go kick some buttor bags, rather.

Spinning

Put the bike pedal to the metal with an energizingspin class.

And if you’re looking toburn 500 caloriesin just 60 minutesplus fat post-workoutthen look no further.

Swimming

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Swimming is a great full-body workout.

For best results, aim for swimming four to five days a week.

And on your active recovery day (i.e.

when you’re not swimming), embrace your inner senior snowbird and take up a water aerobics class.

But what if exercising were fun?

Sessions typically range from 45- to 60-minutes with many studios now offeringvirtual Zumba classes.

Regardless of whether you have natural rhythm or two left feet, consider giving Zumba a try.

It just mightchange your outlook on working out.

But if not, at least it will improve your dance moves.

Ensure you have one rest day too.

Updated August 6, 2020.

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