DO YOU CARDIO? CHECK THIS OUT
You may be rolling your eyes right now, but the truth is, if you really think about it – Cardio is ANY sort of activity that gets your heart rate up! Nothing beats the rush of endorphins you feel after a good cardio session!
5️⃣ BENEFITS OF INCLUDING CARDIO IN YOUR LIFE:
♥️ HEART HEALTHY
Cardio training is great for your heart and lung function and can reduce your chances of developing heart disease. Our heart is a muscle that needs to be worked just like any other muscle in our bodies. The harder the blood is pumping through your heart, the stronger it will be – hello HITT training!
?? STRENGTHENS YOUR CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
Your cardiovascular system includes your heart, lungs, veins, arteries, muscles and blood flow.
Your heart works as a pump that pushes blood to the organs, tissues and cells of your body. Blood delivers oxygen and nutrients to every cell and removes carbon dioxide and waste products made by those cells.
By using this system, as a result, you will improve your endurance and recovery rate.
? FAT BURNING
Cardio is a component of your fat loss journey. Combining both HIIT, MISS (medium intensity steady state) and LISS (low intensity steady state) cardio, along with resistance training, a calorie deficit and healthy lifestyle for best results. We recommend avoiding excessive cardio due to the breakdown of muscle tissue.
? BOOSTS & CLEARS YOUR MIND
Physical activity stimulates the release of dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin. This in return boosts your mood and overall sense of well-being.
Chances are your brain will function better and you’ll be able to focus and feel better. Nothing like a good sweat sesh to clear the mind. Active meditation at its finest.
? INJURY PREVENTION
Cardio and training in general, not only strengthens your muscles but it has a huge positive impact on your tendons, ligaments and joints. You may notice improvement in your balance and flexibility. You’ll be more in tune with your body overall and what it is capable of, therefore more inclined to avoid injury.
What’s your favourite type of Cardio?