Incorporating exercise into your daily routine can have numerous benefits for both your physical and mental health. Exercise can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles and bones, and even boost brain function. In addition, engaging in regular physical activity can increase energy levels, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve overall mood. There are many ways to incorporate exercise into your routine, even if you have a busy schedule. Taking a brisk walk during your lunch break, doing yoga or stretching in the morning, or joining a fitness class after work are all great options. It’s important to find an activity that you enjoy and that fits your lifestyle, so that you’re more likely to stick with it.
Fitness
Exercise, the key to health!
Cardio or Weight Lifting?
Exercise will boost your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE), which just means you will get to your weight loss goals faster. That’s why both resistance training and cardio, as part of your health or wellness program is essential for best results. When it comes to losing weight, it’s not about choosing between cardio or weights. The answer is both. Since there is no universally applicable approach to weight loss, it’s vital to understand your TDEE, macros, bloodwork, and other personal markers and how your body responds. This is why your plan is tailored precisely to you. Cardio will achieve short term, fast weight loss. Weight lifting will achieve long term fat loss due to muscles burn at rest, slowing down the rate of which the weight comes back even if you stop exercises for a bit. This is why resistance training is such a game changer for women.
Video Spotlight
Each month we share videos showcasing black women in fitness. Check out this month’s YouTube spotlight to get some workout inspiration!