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Intermediate 49-Min Gym Cardio & Endurance

49 min
 · 
15 exercises

Zone training for cardio gains! This 49-min intermediate gym session cycles through 3 effort zones — Zone 1 (relaxed), Zone 2 (steady challenge), Zone 3 (fast pace). Stick to the zones, build your endurance, and push yourself to hit that next level. Simple but effective.

Shoulder Stretch exercise illustration
Shoulder Stretch
1 sets
120 secs
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your upper body.
0:30 rest
Toe Touches exercise illustration
Toe Touches
1 sets
120 secs
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your lower body.
0:30 rest
Walk at a slightly-faster-than-normal pace for 2 minutes.
1:00 rest
Stick with zone 1 here. Nice and steady.
Move yourself into zone 2 and hold it for 3 full minutes!
Zone 3! Get it for 1 minute. Then take 2 minutes off!
2:00 rest
Stick with zone 1 here. On your bike!
Move yourself into zone 2 and hold it for 3 full minutes! You\'ve got this!
Zone 3! Stand up on that bike and push!
2:00 rest
Back to the bike with 5 minutes in zone 1.
Onto the treadmill. Nice and fast for 3 minutes in zone 2.
Give this final row everything you\'ve got! Zone 3+!
2:00 rest
Cool down with a nice and steady walk.
0:30 rest
Toe Touches exercise illustration
Toe Touches
1 sets
120 secs
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your lower body.
0:30 rest
Shoulder Stretch exercise illustration
Shoulder Stretch
1 sets
120 secs
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your upper body. Then get home for some rest!

About this workout

Intermediate 49-Min Gym Cardio & Endurance is a free 49 min workout plan with 15 illustrated exercises for your core, cardio, legs and rehab. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.

Tap any exercise in the workout to see the muscles worked, clear exercise illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Each workout includes sets, reps, rest times and notes so you can follow the plan without guessing.

Workout details

  • Duration: 49 min
  • Exercises: 15
  • Training focus: Core, cardio, legs and rehab
  • Equipment: Full gym
  • Level: Intermediate
  • Format: Interactive workout and printable PDF

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Questions about this workout

What equipment do I need for this workout?

You'll need full gym for this workout. Tap any exercise to see form instructions and possible substitutions if a piece of equipment isn't available.

How long does the Intermediate 49-Min Gym Cardio & Endurance take?

The full workout takes about 49 minutes, covering 15 exercises with prescribed sets, reps and rest periods. Using the built-in timers and auto-advance keeps you on pace from start to finish.

Is this workout suitable for my fitness level?

This is an intermediate workout, best suited to people with some training experience. Beginners can still follow it by reducing the weight, doing fewer sets or resting longer between sets – each exercise includes illustrated form instructions.

What muscles does this workout target?

This routine primarily works your shoulders, calves, hamstrings, quadriceps. Tap any exercise in the workout to see a muscle diagram showing exactly which primary and secondary muscles it activates.

How often should I do this workout?

For get toned, increase endurance, aim to do this workout 2–3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Progress by gradually adding weight or reps, and pair it with workouts for other muscle groups during the week.

Can I download or save this workout?

Yes – you can download this workout as a free printable PDF using the download button, or save it to a free WorkoutLabs Fit account to follow it on your phone, customize the exercises and track your progress.

Intermediate 49-Min Gym Cardio & Endurance
49 min
 · 
15 exercises
Zone training for cardio gains! This 49-min intermediate gym session cycles through 3 effort zones — Zone 1 (relaxed), Zone 2 (steady challenge), Zone 3 (fast pace). Stick to the zones, build your endurance, and push yourself to hit that next level. Simple but effective.
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Shoulder Stretch
Shoulder Stretch exercise illustration
1 sets
120 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your upper body.
Primary muscle group(s):
Shoulders
Secondary:
Neck & Upper Traps
  1. Stand tall and bring your right arm across your upper body, holding it with your left arm just below or above the elbow.
  2. Hold the stretch and then release.
  3. Repeat the stretch with the left arm.
Rest
0:00
next up
Toe Touches
Next
Toe Touches
Toe Touches exercise illustration
1 sets
120 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your lower body.
Primary muscle group(s):
Calves, Hamstrings
Secondary:
Shoulders
  1. Stand tall with your feet together and arms at your sides.
  2. Slowly, bend at the hips while keeping your knees engaged. Allow your upper body to hang over. Let your arms drop as well, dangling in front of you.
  3. Once you’re fully bent over and your hands are at your toes, pause and feel the stretch in your hamstrings. (Optional: Flatten your back for 5 seconds then return to this position) Once you hold the stretch for up to 30 seconds, return to the starting position.
Rest
0:00
next up
Cardio - Walking / Treadmill
Next
Cardio - Walking / Treadmill
Cardio - Walking / Treadmill exercise illustration
2 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Walk at a slightly-faster-than-normal pace for 2 minutes.
Primary muscle group(s):
Calves, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors
  1. After following a thorough warm-up session, stand tall on a walkway, treadmill, or other walkable area. Make sure that your chest is up, core is braced, shoulders are back, and gaze is straight ahead.
  2. Begin by placing your left foot forward then shifting your hips to move the right leg forward. Continue this back and forth motion at a pace that is ideal for you.
  3. You may also want to include small weights or a grip strengthener during your walks. Remember to maintain perfect form throughout the walk. Avoid slouching.
Rest
0:00
next up
Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Next
Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Cardio – Running / Treadmill exercise illustration
5 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Stick with zone 1 here. Nice and steady.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Cardio – Running / Treadmill exercise illustration
3 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Move yourself into zone 2 and hold it for 3 full minutes!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Cardio – Running / Treadmill exercise illustration
1 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Zone 3! Get it for 1 minute. Then take 2 minutes off!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Rest
0:00
next up
Stationary Bike
Next
Stationary Bike
Stationary Bike exercise illustration
5 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Stick with zone 1 here. On your bike!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Stationary Bike
Stationary Bike exercise illustration
3 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Move yourself into zone 2 and hold it for 3 full minutes! You\'ve got this!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Stationary Bike
Stationary Bike exercise illustration
1 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Zone 3! Stand up on that bike and push!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Rest
0:00
next up
Stationary Bike
Next
Stationary Bike
Stationary Bike exercise illustration
5 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Back to the bike with 5 minutes in zone 1.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Cardio – Running / Treadmill exercise illustration
3 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Onto the treadmill. Nice and fast for 3 minutes in zone 2.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Rowing Machine
Rowing Machine exercise illustration
1 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Give this final row everything you\'ve got! Zone 3+!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Biceps, Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings, Lower Back

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Rest
0:00
next up
Cardio - Walking / Treadmill
Next
Cardio - Walking / Treadmill
Cardio - Walking / Treadmill exercise illustration
2 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Cool down with a nice and steady walk.
Primary muscle group(s):
Calves, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors
  1. After following a thorough warm-up session, stand tall on a walkway, treadmill, or other walkable area. Make sure that your chest is up, core is braced, shoulders are back, and gaze is straight ahead.
  2. Begin by placing your left foot forward then shifting your hips to move the right leg forward. Continue this back and forth motion at a pace that is ideal for you.
  3. You may also want to include small weights or a grip strengthener during your walks. Remember to maintain perfect form throughout the walk. Avoid slouching.
Rest
0:00
next up
Toe Touches
Next
Toe Touches
Toe Touches exercise illustration
1 sets
120 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your lower body.
Primary muscle group(s):
Calves, Hamstrings
Secondary:
Shoulders
  1. Stand tall with your feet together and arms at your sides.
  2. Slowly, bend at the hips while keeping your knees engaged. Allow your upper body to hang over. Let your arms drop as well, dangling in front of you.
  3. Once you’re fully bent over and your hands are at your toes, pause and feel the stretch in your hamstrings. (Optional: Flatten your back for 5 seconds then return to this position) Once you hold the stretch for up to 30 seconds, return to the starting position.
Rest
0:00
next up
Shoulder Stretch
Next
Shoulder Stretch
Shoulder Stretch exercise illustration
1 sets
120 secs
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 2 minutes stretching out your upper body. Then get home for some rest!
Primary muscle group(s):
Shoulders
Secondary:
Neck & Upper Traps
  1. Stand tall and bring your right arm across your upper body, holding it with your left arm just below or above the elbow.
  2. Hold the stretch and then release.
  3. Repeat the stretch with the left arm.
Workout done!
Exercises done
of 15
Total time
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