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55-Min Gym Cardio Fat Burn Endurance Workout

55 min
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9 exercises

55 minutes in the zone! Great gym cardio session that mixes varying intensities for maximum fat burn and endurance. Follow each exercise and hit the target percentages of your max effort given. This is how cardio should be done — not just running for hours.

Go for 2 minutes at 60%, 2 minutes at 75%, & 2 minutes at 60% of you max.
2:00 rest
Side Plank exercise illustration
Side Plank
2 sets
45 secs
60 sec rest
Right sided planks only here (we\'ll get to the left side later, don\'t worry).
1:00 rest
Spend 2 minutes at 75%, 1 minute at 60%, & 1 minute at 80% of your max.
2:00 rest
Run for 2 minutes at 60%, 2 minutes at 75%, & 2 minutes at 60% of your max. Like a warrior.
2:00 rest
Mountain Climbers exercise illustration
Mountain Climbers
3 sets
10 reps
60 sec rest
10 reps per leg per set. Climb your own mini Everest!
1:00 rest
Push for 2 minutes at 75%, 1 minute at 60%, & 1 minute at 80% of your max. Imagine you\'re chasing a lion.
2:00 rest
Cycle for 2 minutes at 60%, 2 minutes at 75%, & 2 minutes at 60% of your max. Like Armstrong!
2:00 rest
Side Plank exercise illustration
Side Plank
2 sets
45 secs
60 sec rest
I told you we would get to the left side. Smash these out with ease. You\'ve got this!
1:00 rest
Our final zone! Go for 2 minutes at 75%, 1 minute at 60%, & 1 minute at 80%. Push that final minute!

About this workout

55-Min Gym Cardio Fat Burn Endurance Workout is a free 55 min workout plan with 9 illustrated exercises for your abs, cardio and legs. 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: 55 min
  • Exercises: 9
  • Training focus: Abs, cardio and legs
  • 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 55-Min Gym Cardio Fat Burn Endurance Workout take?

The full workout takes about 55 minutes, covering 9 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 quadriceps, obliques, abs, glutes & hip flexors. 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, lose fat, 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.

55-Min Gym Cardio Fat Burn Endurance Workout
55 min
 · 
9 exercises
55 minutes in the zone! Great gym cardio session that mixes varying intensities for maximum fat burn and endurance. Follow each exercise and hit the target percentages of your max effort given. This is how cardio should be done — not just running for hours.
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Rowing Machine
Rowing Machine exercise illustration
6 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Go for 2 minutes at 60%, 2 minutes at 75%, & 2 minutes at 60% of you max.
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
Side Plank
Next
Side Plank
Side Plank exercise illustration
2 sets
45 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Right sided planks only here (we\'ll get to the left side later, don\'t worry).
Primary muscle group(s):
Obliques
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Lie on your side on an exercise mat.
  2. Fully extend your legs with one resting on top of the other.
  3. Fully extend the top arm down the side of your body.
  4. Bend the arm at floor level to 90 degrees. Your upper arm should be parallel to your body, while your forearm is at 90 degrees. This is the start position.
  5. Lift your body off the ground and balance on your forearm and the side of your foot, while keeping your body in a straight line.
  6. Contract your abdominal muscles and relax your shoulders.
  7. Continue breathing throughout the whole exercise.
  8. Hold this position for as long as you can.
  9. Relax and change sides.
  10. Repeat.
Rest
0:00
next up
Rowing Machine
Next
Rowing Machine
Rowing Machine exercise illustration
4 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 2 minutes at 75%, 1 minute at 60%, & 1 minute at 80% of your max.
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 – Running / Treadmill
Next
Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Cardio – Running / Treadmill exercise illustration
6 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Run for 2 minutes at 60%, 2 minutes at 75%, & 2 minutes at 60% of your max. Like a warrior.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Rest
0:00
next up
Mountain Climbers
Next
Mountain Climbers
Mountain Climbers exercise illustration
3 sets
10 reps
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
10 reps per leg per set. Climb your own mini Everest!
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs, Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Chest, Shoulders
  1. Place your hands flat on the floor, shoulder width apart.
  2. Extend your torso and legs fully behind you with only your toes and balls of your feet touching the floor.
  3. Your body should be in a straight line, with your weight supported on your hands and toes only.
  4. Starting with either leg, flex your knee and hip at the same time to bring your knee up and under your hip. Your other leg should remain fully extended. This is the start position.
  5. Using an explosive movement, reverse the position of your legs, by extending the bent leg back and simultaneously flexing the straight leg until it is in the startposition.
  6. Continue alternating in this manner for the desire amount of time.
Rest
0:00
next up
Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Next
Cardio – Running / Treadmill
Cardio – Running / Treadmill exercise illustration
4 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Push for 2 minutes at 75%, 1 minute at 60%, & 1 minute at 80% of your max. Imagine you\'re chasing a lion.
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
6 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Cycle for 2 minutes at 60%, 2 minutes at 75%, & 2 minutes at 60% of your max. Like Armstrong!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

Rest
0:00
next up
Side Plank
Next
Side Plank
Side Plank exercise illustration
2 sets
45 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
I told you we would get to the left side. Smash these out with ease. You\'ve got this!
Primary muscle group(s):
Obliques
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Lie on your side on an exercise mat.
  2. Fully extend your legs with one resting on top of the other.
  3. Fully extend the top arm down the side of your body.
  4. Bend the arm at floor level to 90 degrees. Your upper arm should be parallel to your body, while your forearm is at 90 degrees. This is the start position.
  5. Lift your body off the ground and balance on your forearm and the side of your foot, while keeping your body in a straight line.
  6. Contract your abdominal muscles and relax your shoulders.
  7. Continue breathing throughout the whole exercise.
  8. Hold this position for as long as you can.
  9. Relax and change sides.
  10. Repeat.
Rest
0:00
next up
Stationary Bike
Next
Stationary Bike
Stationary Bike exercise illustration
4 min
Set 1 of 1
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Our final zone! Go for 2 minutes at 75%, 1 minute at 60%, & 1 minute at 80%. Push that final minute!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

No specific instructions for this exercise.

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