Try boxing. You’re not trying to be a pro, but you do want to have a dynamic, interesting workout.

Step one, pick up a punching bag  for just starting out get a bag between 50 and 80lbs. You want a bag that will move, it helps your footwork and cardio.

Step two, pick up boxing gloves  don’t use, big, pillowy gloves. Get solid, 12 - 14oz gloves with good wrist support.

Step three, time three 60 second round with a 60 second break. Hit the bag 1-3 times, then move. Go all out for 60 seconds.

Step four, in between rounds rest for 60 seconds

And then, increase the number of rounds and length of rounds. If you can do 10, 2 minute rounds, work harder during the rounds. Punch like yoru hitting someone who is trying to hit you back.