The "12-3-30" Workout Trend Is A Game-Changer
If you're a fan of treadmill workouts for your cardio routine, you'll definitely want to hear about a fitness challenge on TikTok that's gone completely viral. The 12-3-30 workout trend has raked in over 74 million views on the social media platform under the #12330workout hashtag, and more than 46 million views under the #12330challenge hashtag.
According to Women's Health, we have influencer Lauren Giraldo to thank for this popular treadmill routine that's sweeping the internet. Giraldo, who has more than 493K followers on TikTok, posted a video of the workout in November 2020 and captioned it, "Game changer honestly." And a game-changer it most certainly is. Read on to find out all about the 12-3-30 workout fad, and next, check out The 6 Best Exercises for Strong and Toned Arms in 2022, Trainer Says.
There are so many benefits of exercising on a treadmill
A treadmill workout is extraordinary aerobic exercise, resulting in incredible health benefits. In fact, Livestrong notes that by using an incline during a treadmill walk, you'll conveniently reap the benefits of walking up a hill without stepping foot outside (which is perfect for bad weather days).
Additionally, a consistent walking or running routine on a treadmill can help you sleep better, boost your mood, strengthen your bones, control insulin levels for diabetics, circulate your blood for great heart health, and so much more. The amazing thing about a treadmill is you can switch things up in so many ways by altering the speed, incline, and even using weights when your cardio day is feeling mundane.
We spoke with Jacquie Smith, certified integrative nutrition health coach from IIN and a fitness instructor specializing in barre, yoga, and pre/postnatal workouts about the 12-3-30 benefits. She explains this low-impact workout is specifically good for giving your cardiovascular health a boost and building lower body strength and endurance. Smith does note, "While cardio workouts like running and walking can aid in burning belly fat, you also need to include strength training workouts like barre into your exercise routine. The key to burning belly fat is varying your workouts and eating real, plant-based foods on a regular basis."
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All you need to get started with the 12-3-30 workout is a treadmill—here's how it works
According to the "mother of 12 (incline) 3 (mph) 30 (minutes)"—aka the tagline Giraldo has dubbed herself on her TikTok profile—all you need to get started with this exercise is a treadmill. Then, set the incline to 12, and the speed to 3. Next, all you have to do is walk for 30 minutes. That's literally it!
Giraldo suggests doing this routine as many times as possible every week, although she does the 12-3-30 workout five times per week. Consistency is key to obtaining and maintaining results.
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The TikTok hype for this fitness trend is real
TikTokers are so on board with this trend—and for good reason. They are posting their weight loss achievements—in addition to before and after pics—with much enthusiasm. So much so, in fact, that when you search for the trend on TikTok, a bunch of key search phrases pop up, like, "12-3-30 workout results," "12-3-30 workout explained," "12-3-30 before and after," "12-3-30 workout tutorial," and more.
The intrigue is real, and 12-3-30 enthusiasts are posting motivating quotes to accompany their videos, such as, "a weight loss game changer," "pls go try 12 3 30 it WORKS," "quick calorie burner," and "I LOVE IT." If you're curious about this treadmill workout, you're certainly not alone, and it's never too late to hop on the trend.
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