Sport, cardio and health, how does it work?

To function normally, our entire body needs movement, including the heart, undoubtedly our most important muscle (wow!). SO, why do cardio sports to stay healthy? What are its benefits on the body? How often should you practice sport to benefit from the beneficial effects? Wow, that raises some questions! Fortunately, we have the answer to everything.

Influence of sport on health

Regular physical activity is simply essential for our health and well-being.. And you only have to look at the long list of benefits of sport on the body, in the short and medium term, to understand it:

Improvement of cardiovascular and cardio-respiratory capacities
Reduction of cholesterol and blood pressure
Skin regeneration
Overall muscle strengthening
Significant energy expenditure (disregards unnecessary fats)
Reduced stress
Feeling of well-being after exercise...

That said, keep in mind that sport does not solve everything, and that your diet plays an equally important role!

Improve your cardio by walking, a simple and effective activity

To boost your cardiovascular health, there's nothing like walking. Easy to practice anywhere, it improves blood circulation and helps reduce blood pressure. It’s an activity that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. Whether you choose to walk in a park, in the city or in the countryside, walking is a great way to stay active without the need to invest in special equipment. In addition, it allows you to relax and de-stress, which is always a plus!

How many steps should you take each day to be in good shape?

To fully reap the benefits of walking, it is recommended to aim for around 10,000 steps per day. This figure, recommended by many health experts, helps maintain good physical shape and prevent several diseases. If 10,000 steps seems like too much at first, start with 5,000 steps and gradually increase. Use a steps to km converter can make this process even more motivating by allowing you to view your progress. And why not turn each step into a little personal challenge to make your daily walk more fun?

What sport to practice for health?

For maximum health benefits, cardio sports are preferred. They use the body as a whole and act on the entire organism, unlike certain activities which concentrate on a specific muscle group (bodybuilding). A cardio sport is an endurance sport that strengthens the heart and improves breathing, such as running, cycling, walking or swimming.. We see you rolling your eyes… Wipe that blasé look from your face and read on!

Good news, there are more fun alternatives to obtain the same results: cardio-training activities in group classes. These are, among others, theHIIT (high intensity training), the body combat, cardio boxing and body attack. Interested? At Le Cercle we offer you a 45-minute workout that you might like: of cardio training inspired by boxing and HIIT to improve your physical condition and secrete a maximum of endorphins.