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THE MAIN HEALTH
BENEFITS OF CARDIO
EXERCISE
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December 10, 2019 4 min read

If you are new to working out or returning to the gym, deciding what kind of exercises you
should do can be overwhelming. While it doesn’t hurt to try a little bit of everything, there are
some exercises that will be more beneficial toward your goals. For instance, cardio is one of
the best and most popular types of exercises people perform. However, a lot of people also
despise cardio in any form. Even though you may not find the physical activity of cardio
enjoyable, it has a lot of major health benefits—discover a few reasons to start doing cardio.

GREAT FOR WEIGHT LOSS

One of the main reasons why people adopt a cardio exercising routine is because it can
help you lose weight. Cardio is a great exercise for those looking to slim down because it
helps you burn fat and lose calories. While diet is more instrumental in weight loss, you will
want to work cardio into your routine to further advance your goal to shed a few pounds.
This is because cardio can burn hundreds of calories in a session.

STRENGTHENS YOUR HEART

Cardiovascular relates to the heart and blood cells, so when you perform a cardio exercise
such as running or biking, you strengthen your heart. This is due to the fact that cardio
exercise makes your heart rate accelerate and properly pump blood. As a result, this
strengthens your heart, which is arguably one of the most important organs of your body.

REDUCES THE RISK OF SEVERAL

DISEASES
Cardio exercise also helps reduce the risk of several deadly diseases. Roughly 1.5 million
people suffer from heart attacks and strokes annually in the United States. Cardio exercise
is one way you can reduce the risk of heart attacks and disease along with their underlying
causes such as high blood pressure and cholesterol. Many people also suffer from
diseases such as diabetes and cancer, and fitting in time for physical activity like cardio can
also help you prevent these diseases.

IMPROVES LUNG CAPACITY

Many people tend to shy away from cardio because it can be tough to breathe as you
perform the exercise. However, that heavy breathing you are experiencing is actually
improving your lungs. Cardio will increase your lung capacity as you push your breathing
ability to the limit during a tedious workout.

NATURALLY BOOSTS ENERGY

It is quite common for people to consume energy drinks and coffee throughout the day to
stay alert. Other people can’t get through a day without taking a long nap. But these
methods can be harmful to your health if you overdo them. A healthier option is cardio
exercise. It can naturally boost your energy, which is why many people start their day off
with some cardio in the early hours of the morning. When our body goes through an activity
that requires energy, such as running, it releases endorphins. These increased endorphin
levels, in turn, boost our energy.

GREAT FOR MENTAL HEALTH

Since cardio exercise releases endorphins, another benefit is that it simply makes you feel
good afterward. Cardio is a healthy way to combat mental health issues like depression,
anxiety, or stress. Many people have coined the feeling one experiences after physical
conditioning as a “runners high.” Aside from the endorphins, as you are doing cardio, you
are challenging yourself mentally. There are bound to be many times throughout your
workout when you feel like you may quit. Pushing through a tough workout and eventually
finishing gives you a great sense of accomplishment and leads to a natural “high” you may
feel afterward. When you get into the routine of doing cardio exercise, you will start to feel
better about yourself overall and improve your confidence.

BETTER SLEEP
Many professionals recommend you get at least seven to eight hours of sleep per night;
however, a lot of people do not accomplish this. This results in low energy that can make
the day a huge pain to get through. For many, good sleep is difficult to come by simply
because it’s hard to fall asleep. When you add cardio to your lifestyle, you will begin to
experience a higher quality of sleep. With cardio as part of your day, you’re sure to feel tired
come the evening, which is right before going to bed. In turn, this will make it far easier to
get in bed and fall asleep at a reasonable hour.

HELPS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Nobody wants to get sick. You may not be able to afford to miss work or have an important
event coming up. The worst thing about getting sick is that it often happens out of nowhere,
perhaps at the most inconvenient time. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. Cardio
exercise can help your immune system fight any bacterial infections you may be vulnerable
to because it changes your antibodies and white blood cells. With regular cardio exercise,
the antibodies or white blood cells in your body will move around faster and gain a better
ability to find potential illnesses.

Adding 20 minutes of cardio to your daily routine three to five days a week comes with all
these incredible health benefits. Plus, it doesn’t need to be boring. You can add in plenty of
variation, so your cardio workouts won’t feel so overwhelming. Further, you can easily
choose the intensity at which you perform cardio exercises.

The main point is that we are not meant to sit around all day—we need to keep our bodies
active and moving. Cardio is one of the best ways to remain fit and treat your body as a
temple. Additionally, it’s one of the easier exercises to compete because you can do it
outside, at the gym, or at home.

For those looking for a convenient way to get their cardio in, equipment such as the Inspire
Fitness cardio strider, Precor treadmill, or exercise bike, are all great options. And the good
news is Top Fitness Store offers them all! Browse our offerings to find a machine that suits
your lifestyle.
  
 
 

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