Top Sante

8 LOW-INTENSITY WAYS TO STAY FIT

I’M OFTEN ESPOUSING strength training, especially for women in midlife as it’s a great way to stave off multiple menopausal conditions, but there are other exercise and movement modalities that are also beneficial. And while we’ve for years been hearing about HIIT, or high intensity interval training, there are lots of benefits to be had from low intensity steady state cardio (LISS), which helps improve blood flow, reduce stress, lower risk of heart disease and improve brain function.

It is also easier to do and gentler onfor example 220 minus 55 is 165, which would be your average maximum heart rate).

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Top Sante

Top Sante5 min read
Legging It!
IF YOU WANT TO BUILD strength in your lower half, it might be tempting to do basic squats all day, every day, but when it comes to building strength in the core, glutes and legs, it’s important to work your muscles from all angles. ‘ This low-impact
Top Sante5 min read
MOT YOUR friendships
YOU’VE PROBABLY NEVER GIVEN a second thought to the idea that your friendships can benefit from a health check-up – a bit like you’d MOT your car. Indeed, not having a check-up can lead to breakdowns for friendships as well as for cars! Years ago, I
Top Sante1 min read
Coming Up In The Next Issue…
• The inch-loss treatment that really works! • Improve your “mental wealth” with 10 ways to feel terrific • Achieve orgasm equality in your relationship • Get a fit and firm body with moves from rowing • Recipes from the Veggie Family Cookbook …Plus

Related Books & Audiobooks