is cardio really important?
Your Wellness Secret Weapon: Part 2Cardiovascular exercise – like what you find in a Body & Soul® Fitness class – is very important for your overall health and wellbeing because the heart is a muscle, and all muscles need to be trained regularly for optimum function.
In case you need convincing, let’s look at a few of the top reasons to power walk, jump on your bicycle for an uphill ride, or make a Body & Soul® Fitness class a top priority. Consistent cardiovascular exercise:
- Lowers your blood pressure
- Helps you control your body weight
- Strengthens your muscles
- Helps protect you from chronic diseases such as diabetes
- Lowers your stress level
- Reduces inflammation in your body
- Combats decline in your brain function and memory
Engaging in a lifestyle that includes regular cardiovascular exercise is the gift you give yourself. Find a group fitness class near you at www.bodyandsoul.org/classes
by Amy Stafford
Panama City Beach, FL
Amy Stafford is the President of Body & Soul® Fitness, Certified Personal Trainer, ACE faculty and ACE Group Fitness Instructor. She is a leader in the fitness industry and is a popular speaker for women's events, retreats, fitness conferences. For information on booking Amy for your event or for an interview please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Amy currently resides in the Panama City Beach, FL area and teaches virtually.Body and Soul® Fitness is an international Christian fitness organization that trains and equips instructors to lead a variety of group fitness programs including choreographed aerobics-style Cardio Strength & Flexibility™, cardio dance style Dance Blast™, free-weights-focused Power Strength™, boot camp style FIT360™ and Longevity FIT360™, and GOLD™ - lower impact programming for participants that are pregnant, have weight challenges, injuries, or other medical conditions. These exercise classes meet in church gyms, community centers, gymnasiums, parking lots, schools, etc. across the United States, Europe, and Africa. In-person and virtual fitness classes are available.
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