Cardio Kickboxing

Class Overview

What is Cardio Kickboxing? Great question! Cardio Kickboxing is a group fitness class that combines striking techniques (punches, kicks, knees) with fast-paced cardio. Despite the name, Cardio Kickboxing is a noncontact workout. All punches and kicks are thrown into the air, onto a heavy bag or onto pads. It’s a high-energy workout that can burn between 350 and 450 calories an hour, according to the American Council on Exercise. You can expect a full-body workout that engages every muscle group in your body, with a strong focus on your core. The rapid movements in cardio kickboxing also improve flexibility, balance, and coordination, and can help you build faster reflexes. Classes also incorporate a warmup and cool down as well as both dynamic and static stretching. Often, there is a brief segment specifically for core exercises like crunches and planking. A cardio kickboxing class challenges your technique, endurance, and above all, concentration. Half the battle is mental — you need to focus on the individual movements that make up a combination. It is also an effective way to relieve stress and frustration. It releases hormones (endorphins) that improve your mood and block feelings of pain. Here at Anchor Jiu Jitsu & Fitness, you will be surrounded by positive, encouraging people that simply want to see you give your best during each class.