--- title: "These Cardios Are Amazing for Weight Loss ..." description: "Trail Running; Elliptical Machine; Spinning; Bicycling; Stand-up Paddleboard; More ..." url: "https://fitness.allwomenstalk.com/these-cardios-are-amazing-for-weight-loss/" category: "fitness" last_updated: "2026-06-07" --- # These Cardios Are Amazing for Weight Loss ... I confess: I used to loathe cardio. But a few years ago, I discovered it doesn't have to be a chore, and in fact, it can even be - gasp! - fun. So whether you're looking for a new cardio exercise to help you lose weight, stay fit, or just have more energy, here are the best cardios for weight loss, fitness, and energy (see what I did there)? ## 1. Trail Running ![vacation,sea,walking,adventure,physical fitness,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/aj/su/sf8yk_vacation_sea_walking_adventure_physical-fitness_500x500.jpg) Source: [Bff's](https://weheartit.com/entry/113380692/search?context_type=search&context_user=_littleeprincess&page=5&query=trail+running) So it doesn't look like much - running on a trail - but even without much of an elevation change, trail running is so much more of a cardio workout than even regular running. OMG! ## 2. Elliptical Machine ![structure,room,sport venue,arm,muscle,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n8/ri/or6b7_structure_room_sport-venue_arm_muscle_600x600.jpg) Source: [Burn More Calories on the](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/529173024936205275/) I'm the opposite of coordinated, so I'm afraid to try an elliptical workout - have you tried it? What's it like? ## 3. Spinning ![dress,photograph,clothing,woman,wedding dress,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fj/fc/zdmp8_dress_photograph_clothing_woman_wedding-dress_384x576.jpg) Source: [WeHeartIt](https://weheartit.com/entry/173486309/search?context_type=search&context_user=IreneSogorb&page=2&query=spinning) Ha ha ha! No! Not THAT kind of spinning! I mean the spin class at the gym. ## 4. Bicycling ![road bicycle,bicycle,cycling,vehicle,racing bicycle,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yc/pg/kjz6y_road-bicycle_bicycle_cycling_vehicle_racing-bicycle_500x500.jpg) Source: [Biking!!??](https://weheartit.com/entry/175708979/search?context_type=search&context_user=macbaby2001&page=3&query=bicycle) If the new Soul Cycle craze is a bit intense for you, no worries - just hop on your bicycle and ride. It's still an excellent cardio workout! ## 5. Stand-up Paddleboard ![sports,water sport,stand up paddle surfing,surface water sports,sailing,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ra/s4/arfev_sports_water-sport_stand-up-paddle-surfing_surface-water-sports_sailing_500x500.jpg) Source: [SUP should be just as](https://weheartit.com/entry/130437622/search?context_type=search&context_user=annebirthen&query=Stand-Up+Paddleboard) This looks like so much fun! I want to try it! ## 6. Stairs (or Stair-Climber) ![Downtown,blue,image,architecture,skyscraper,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b3/to/gp816_downtown_blue_image_architecture_skyscraper_500x500.jpg) Source: [Run fast??](https://weheartit.com/entry/163856995/search?context_type=search&context_user=FeliciaKlingwall&query=stairs+running) Your legs will be SO SORE the next day, but using the Stair Climber at the gym, or better yet, climbing actual stairs, is sure to get your heart thumping. ## 7. Dog Walking ![dog,mammal,dog breed,vertebrate,dog like mammal,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kl/z8/pffvb_dog_mammal_dog-breed_vertebrate_dog-like-mammal_500x500.jpg) Source: [| We Heart It](https://weheartit.com/entry/173430724/search?context_type=search&context_user=nycteehn&page=3&query=dog+walking) I don't mean a leisurely stroll around the park - I mean let your big dog pull you through an almost-running half-hour "walk." ## 8. Jump Rope ![clothing,vacation,muscle,leg,swimwear,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hr/rl/on5ds_clothing_vacation_muscle_leg_swimwear_500x500.jpg) Source: [Jump rope- best cardio ever](https://weheartit.com/entry/153786141/search?context_type=search&context_user=casandra0801&page=3&query=jump+rope) It's not just for kiddies on the playground - jumping rope is a great cardio workout! ## 9. Swimming ![swimming,underwater,swimming pool,sports,water sport,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bd/ye/xnh99_swimming_underwater_swimming-pool_sports_water-sport_500x500.jpg) Source: [| We Heart It](https://weheartit.com/entry/175919819/search?context_type=search&context_user=lifestyle_for_you&query=swimming) If your joints can't handle a weight-bearing workout (like running), then swimming is for you. It's still a killer cardio workout, but it's gentler on your joints. ## 10. Skating ![clothing,girl,footwear,fashion,model,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cc/j5/n92yf_clothing_girl_footwear_fashion_model_500x484.jpg) Source: [| We Heart It](https://weheartit.com/entry/164158469/search?context_type=search&context_user=Riri_Woo&query=roller+skating) If you're skating on pavement or ice, chances are, your heart's pounding. See? Cardio! You got your workout for the day. ## 11. Jumping Jacks ![human action,sports,physical fitness,yoga,arm,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ws/js/c79x8_human-action_sports_physical-fitness_yoga_arm_400x400.jpg) Source: [img2.timeinc.net](http://img2.timeinc.net/health/img/mag/2013/03/jumping-jacks-400x400.jpg) Do 50 of these and tell me your heart's not beating fast. Do 50 of these three times, with a two-minute break in between, and wow! Cardio1 ## 12. Rowing ![boat,boating,vehicle,sea kayak,sea,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pu/v2/fdass_boat_boating_vehicle_sea-kayak_sea_500x500.jpg) Source: [Untitled](https://weheartit.com/entry/169740897/search?context_type=search&context_user=dianalizeth1802&page=4&query=rowing) You, a kayak or canoe, and two paddles. Boom. Cardio. Done. ## 13. Zumba/Dance ![blue,green,arm,finger,hand,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b1/y6/ybgxx_blue_green_arm_finger_hand_500x500.jpg) Source: [Zumba](https://weheartit.com/entry/109133779/search?context_type=search&context_user=noura_mohsen&page=13&query=zumba) There's a reason Zumba is still so popular - it's fun, yes, but it's such a good cardio workout! Not into Zumba? Try any form of dance, from ballet to tap to just plain clubbing. ## 14. Trapeze ![acrobatics,sports,floor gymnastics,gymnastics,art,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ph/ml/sl9iz_acrobatics_sports_floor-gymnastics_gymnastics_art_500x500.jpg) Source: [| We Heart It](https://weheartit.com/entry/150883299/search?context_type=search&context_user=anaflavialcm&page=2&query=trapeze) I'm not even kidding. A trapeze workout is insane, for your abs and core, and OMG, for your heart and lungs. ## 15. Hiking ![adventure,extreme sport,walking,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/f6/p0/hfywh_adventure_extreme-sport_walking_500x500.jpg) Source: [Tumblr](https://weheartit.com/entry/175795735/search?context_type=search&context_user=SophieAnnabelle&query=hiking) No gentle inclines or slow paces, and hiking can be quite a good cardio workout. ## 16. Tennis ![leisure,ball game,sports,racquet sport,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pc/s6/profk_leisure_ball-game_sports_racquet-sport_500x500.jpg) Source: [Training](https://weheartit.com/entry/175233114/search?context_type=search&context_user=pamelamercado16&query=tennis+court) I mean, have you seen the Williams sisters, or Anna Kournikova? Running all over a tennis court is very good cardio. ## 17. Volleyball ![sky,beach,afterglow,horizon,sunset,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kw/ta/inj95_sky_beach_afterglow_horizon_sunset_500x417.jpg) Source: [Wallpaper](https://weheartit.com/entry/175378555/search?context_type=search&context_user=lulu587&page=3&query=volleyball) You don't realize til later how much of a cardi workout volleyball can be. ## 18. Beach Running ![photograph,person,image,woman,girl,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/st/gq/edn9i_photograph_person_image_woman_girl_500x493.jpg) Source: [Summer body](https://weheartit.com/entry/173458513/search?context_type=search&context_user=Ambyke&query=beach+running) Tip: run in the wet part of the sand; it's much easier, and you won't get as much sand in your shoes. ## 19. Trampoline ![trampoline,trampolining equipment and supplies,leisure,play,trampolining,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cs/am/oyvb2_trampoline_trampolining-equipment-and-supplies_leisure_play_trampolining_500x500.jpg) Source: [meh](https://weheartit.com/entry/174859936/search?context_type=search&context_user=soumaya_ben_mahmoud&query=trampoline) Again, it doesn't seem like bouncing on a trampoline could be a good workout, but it is! And as you might expect, it's loads of fun! ## 20. Basketball ![morning,sunlight,sports,physical fitness,sunset,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mn/jw/hyz90_morning_sunlight_sports_physical-fitness_sunset_500x394.jpg) Source: [Untitled](https://weheartit.com/entry/174891165/search?context_type=search&context_user=brigitababic1&query=girl+basketball) Whether you play on a team or just shoot hoops with friends in the park, basketball is an incredibly good workout - especially for your heart! ## 21. CrossFit ![human positions,photograph,sitting,person,woman,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d6/jl/tbueb_human-positions_photograph_sitting_person_woman_500x500.jpg) Source: [Crossfit](https://weheartit.com/entry/170220944/search?context_type=search&context_user=paoliracheli&page=4&query=crossfit) All of our friends who do CrossFit have already told us how intense it can be. 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