We all know that cardio is king when it comes to burning calories and is great for our heart health. But sometimes you don’t want to do a crazy, bouncy HIIT workout, especially if you suffer from sensitive, achy joints. This cardio workout is not only low-impact (so it’s joint-friendly), but it will get your heart rate up and takes less than 20 minutes of your time.
Some people think ‘low-impact workouts’ are pointless, but even though they may not burn anywhere near as many calories as, say running would, they still hold many benefits beyond weight loss. The Nations Health says: “Not only does low-impact exercise come with the benefits of improved strength, lower blood pressure and reduced stress, but such a workout also cuts down on the risk of musculoskeletal injury. That’s what makes low-impact exercise a great option for virtually everyone.” Sometimes high-intensity training just isn't possible for everyone and it's important to remember that's ok.
