I combined skipping with these 10 exercises and lost 2 kilos in just 10 days

I have always believed that stagnation can harm your weight loss journey in a big way. And let me tell you, I fall for it too! Previously, my routine looked like this — stretch-cardio-body part-cardio-stretch. Without a doubt, it gave me some fab results, but after six months I stopped seeing any difference in my body.  That’s when I realised it was time to introduce some change. Since my aim was to lose weight, I decided to combine skipping with some basic exercises. The results left me wide-mouthed!

FYI, I lost two kilos in just 10 days! You know the best part? I lost inches too, and that’s not as easy. 

So, are you ready to know everything about this fitness routine? Let’s go!

Here are some exercises I coupled with skipping

1. Squats

25 squats
100 skips

2. Push-ups

20 push-ups (Go for basic push-ups)
100 skips

Take a one-minute break.

3. Half-crunches

25 half-crunches
100 skips

4. Biceps curls

25 biceps curls, from each arm (pick a pair of 5 kilos dumbbell)
100 skips

Take a one-minute break.

5. Plank hold

A minute hold
100 skips

6. Triceps dips

20 dips
100 skips

Take a one-minute break.

7. Sumo-squats

20 squats
100 skips

8. Kettlebell swings

20 swings
100 skips

Take a one-minute break.

9. Shadow punches

50 punches from each arm
100 skips

10. Full sit-ups

25 full sit-ups
100 skips

And that’s how you complete one circuit. If you do this entire circuit in one go, it will take you about 20 to 25 minutes. To be honest, it’s pretty hard, so doing three circuits is more than enough.

You can also break this circuit and pick any two exercises to combine with skipping, and do at least seven reps. The next day, pick another two and do the same. Just make sure you pick different exercises, so that you work out your entire body!

Here are some tips that helped me ace this circuit

1. Make it a point to stretch for at least 15 minutes, before starting this circuit.
2. I wore proper shoes to support my ankle and other joints.
3. Sip on water, every time you take a break. Not too much, just to keep my mouth wet.
4. I would focus on my breathing for enhanced concentration and stamina.
5. I would keep my core engaged to maintain balance.
6. Skipping fast helped me sweat more, thereby helping to burn more calories.

So, here’s what I did to ensure my body gets out of stagnation mode! You can also give it a shot and see whether it works for you!