Fitness
It might be less than you think.
youre definitely not alone.
This extra-sweaty form of exercise is tiring, to say the least.
But its still worth returning to it multiple times a week so that experience its many benefits.
And running and walking, of course.
As for how much you should be doing on a weekly basis?
Heres what experts say.
How Much Cardio Should You Do Each Week?
Ideally, youd spread that out over multiple days, aiming for three to five aerobic workouts a week.
To figure out if your workout falls into the moderate or vigorous category, look at your heart rate.
The easiest way to track it is by wearing asmartwatchorheart rate monitor.
To see where you stand, give a shot to hold a conversation while exercising.
If youre out of breath but can complete sentences, your workout is likely moderate.
If youre too out of breath to speak, that would be vigorous.
Heres another thing to keep in mind: Doing some cardio is always better than doing none.
What About Strength Training?
For a complete workout routine, Boyd suggests switching betweencardio and strength trainingthroughout the week.
Your schedule and goals will dictate what you’re free to stick to, she adds.
However you stick them together, pick a workout modality (or two or three!)
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