While HIIT workouts get all the glory, steady-state cardio is actually as important when it comes to building a balanced workout routine. When we talk about steady-state cardio, we’re referring to any form of cardio of low to moderate intensity, that can be sustained for an extended period. Ideally, you’ll work at an intensity of around a 5 or 6 out of 10 for the entire workout, but if you’re not a fan of running, using one of the best exercise bikes, or swimming, the good news is that there are other workouts you can try.
Low-impact, stead-state cardio (LISS) has a number of benefits — it’s less stress on the body than HIIT workouts and allows the body to adequately recover. It also helps you build endurance in both your heart and your muscles, and develop your slow-twitch muscle fibers. You’ll also burn fat with this form of cardio, however, your workouts are likely to be longer than your average HIIT session. To find out more, I added a 30-minute steady-state cardio workout to my routine — read on to find out what happened to my body.
