Slimming World\u2019s five active habits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1. Sitting still less<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. Everyday movement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Balance and flexibility<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 4. Moderate-intensity cardio activity<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5. Building strength (in our muscles and bones)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Moderate-intensity cardio is one of Slimming World\u2019s five active habits for a fitter, healthier future. While doing all five will bring a host of rewards, you\u2019ll start to reap the benefits with each and every one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re new to activity, our Body Magic programme<\/a> will help you overcome any barriers that might be getting in your way from moving more, inspire you to take small steps, at your own pace, and make those into habits\u2026 until physical activity is part and parcel of your lifestyle.. Read on to find out more\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n Working your heart, lungs and muscles is great for your all-round health. It can help lower high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers. Regular cardio can also help you sleep better, improve mental health, boost your confidence and strengthen your bones, joints and muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cAs cardio makes your heart and lungs work harder, it helps to strengthen them \u2013 and it\u2019s great at improving overall fitness levels,\u201d says Dr Jacquie Lavin, Slimming World\u2019s Head of Research and Scientific Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n MORE ON THE BLOG: If you\u2019re looking for your perfect fitness fit, you can check out lots of inspiring ideas in the MOVE section of the blog.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIt\u2019s important to start at the right level for you,\u201d says Jacquie. \u201cAs long as your heart rate is increased and your breathing is heavier, you\u2019ll reap the rewards.\u201d How this looks for each of us will depend on how fit we are. If you\u2019re not very active at the moment, you might find walking to the postbox is moderately intense, whereas if you\u2019re a little fitter you may need to step it up to notice your heart rate rising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cTake it slowly, make each session a habit first, then gradually build up the duration and frequency of what you\u2019re doing,\u201d says Jacquie. \u201cJust putting more energy into everyday activities can be a great start!\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are some magic ideas to help you get moving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Slimming World Consultant Hannah (@macclesfieldslimmingworld<\/a>) builds her fitness by hiking in the great outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n MORE FOR MEMBERS: Our <\/strong>special series of activity videos<\/strong><\/a> will guide you through the core cardio moves and help you gradually build up your fitness levels in a fun, manageable way.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lois Aleema used to think exercise just wasn\u2019t for her. Then a friend in her Slimming World group<\/a> suggested she took her son for a bike ride \u2013 and she loved it! She says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cEvery day, I cycled around the lake and back home. Then I challenged myself to go a bit further each day, resting for five minutes before riding back home. Those 55 minutes became my time to relax, unwind and let go of all life\u2019s worries.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n READ MORE: Discover the full story behind Lois\u2019s 3st weight loss here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019d love to get started with our Body Magic programme, your <\/strong>local Consultant<\/strong><\/a> will be happy to tell you more. When you join Slimming World, you\u2019ll also enjoy access to our full get-fit toolkit, which includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy is moderate-intensity cardio important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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