Martial Arts workout question...

[TheArchitect]

So I have a punching bag, but I have no real clue on what a BEGINNERS WORKOUT for cardio should be like. I'm just tired of getting winded so easily (any martial artist or athlete knows how much it sucks to get quickly winded; plus it's easier to get ko'ed that way). Can anyone offer some suggestions?

Also, for flexibility: I've been gaining more flexibility slowly but surely, but I really want a legit workout that is tried and proven true. Any suggestions on that, as well?

 

[ahomeplateslugger]

jump rope, running and burpees are great cardio workouts to improve stamina. just gotta keep at it and your conditioning will improve. start with a couple of miles at a moderate pace until you feel that you can go longer and faster.

a common routine with a punching bag is jump roping for 3-5 minutes and then working the punching bag for 3-5 minutes, throw in some push-ups and/or sit-ups if you want, rest for 60-90 seconds and repeat. as far as flexibility i do yoga once a week, maybe more depending how tight i feel, and the difference is night and day for me. my hip and back are stiff and tight so i have to stretch them often. also stretch before working out.