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There is no doubt that running is good for weight loss, but you can amp up the intensity of your run and turn it into a full body workout. These moves, when performed during your run, will push you hard and help you burn more calories.
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After every five minutes of your run do a killer high-intensity move like the burpees. Do one set of 10 repetitions and get back to your running. This will work multiple muscles of your body and help you blast fat.
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Once you have ran about a mile, incorporate some sprints into your run. Sprint for half a minute and the walk or jog for 20 seconds. Sprint at least 4-5 times before you finish your run. Sprinting will bolster your metabolic rate and help you lose fat from your thighs, hips and buttocks.
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Find a path with stairs or a road where you have to climb. Run up and down the stairs 4-5 times. Running up and down will engage your calf muscles and help you burn fat from your buttocks and hips.
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While you run, stop and perform planks. Hold the plank position for 30 seconds to one minute then rest for 10 seconds. Set the interval for planks for about 4-5 minutes. Plank will challenge your abdominal muscles and help you lose belly fat.
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To up your heart rate and burn more calories, make some changes in your running style from time to time. Run with higher knees for about 20 seconds or twist more from your torso.
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Put some nice songs on your playlist and perform pushups for as long as you can. Pushups will tone your upper body, arms, chest as well as your abdomen.
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Increase the pace of your run. Start with a slow pace and increase your speed for a minute. Continue moving in the increased pace for as long as you can and then slow down. Increasing your speed will boost your metabolic rate.
