If aiming to burn unwanted body fat the topic of cardio can become a little confusing. Is it best to train at a slow steady pace for longer, or is it better to train with full on intensity for a shorter time? There are plenty of contradictory opinions around on which is the best approach and many people will give you a solid reason to why one way is better than the other – so let’s take a look at cardio and the high versus low intensity argument!
Cardio, short for cardio-vascular exercise, usually describes any aerobic activity that gets the heart ‘pumping’. Regular cardio exercise will benefit your heart through improving your fitness level – but is also a great way to help slice body fat and chisel your body.
Cardio exercise offers mountains of benefits:
– Effectively taps into calories to shed fat
– Strengthens the heart and lungs
– Reduces unhealthy cholesterol levels