Cardio kickboxing is a physical activity exercise that combines kickboxing movements, in a fast-paced manner, accompanied by high-tempo music. In cardio kickboxing class, you will learn proper form for the famous jab, hooks, crosses, uppercuts, back kicks, front kicks, and the like—all engaging both your lower and upper body. You will even learn how to mash two or three of those exercises together to up the intensity into a kickboxing training combo that will get your heart rate way, way up! In some classes, instructors will use punching bags, so that you can land your punches and kicks on something soft, and benefit from the extra tension in the pads.