Endurance training, commonly known as cardio, aims to strengthen the entire body by affecting the cardiovascular and respiratory system functions. These exercises improve blood circulation, increase the respiratory capacity of the lungs and strengthen the walls of the heart muscle, as a result of which the overall efficiency of the body is improved.
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In addition, they increase metabolism, and when performed regularly, they allow you to reduce body fat and shape your figure. The most popular endurance exercises include: running, cycling, swimming, stepper exercises and jumping rope.
Types of endurance training:
- of constant intensity,
- of variable intensity – intervals. HIIT (High Interval Training) – is an interval training in which exercises of variable intensity are performed. During it, short periods of increased effort alternate with longer periods of lower effort (of medium intensity). The result is improved fitness and reduction of body fat.
Advantages of endurance training:
- strengthening and increasing the efficiency of the body,
- fat burning,
- improving the appearance of the figure,
- quick results,
- Regular training reduces the risk of diseases such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension.
Disadvantages of endurance training:
- long training time,
- Intensive or incompetently selected training can put strain on the joints, especially in overweight or obese people.