High-intensity exercises: Fast but not for everyone
Choosing the right exercise can make a big difference in your weight loss and health improvement journey. Between high- and low-calorie burning exercises, each type has its own advantages and disadvantages.
The important thing is to understand clearly and combine flexibly to build a sustainable and effective exercise routine.
According to Ms. Shazia Shadab, Head of Physical Therapy at Cloudnine Group of Hospitals (Bengaluru), high-calorie burning exercises such as jogging, swimming or HIIT (high-intensity interval training) help consume energy quickly and effectively.
These exercises contribute to a large calorie deficit in a short time. However, not everyone is suitable for this intensity, especially beginners or people with joint problems.
In addition, high-intensity exercise often causes fatigue, requires a long recovery time and can easily lead to injury without a reasonable rest regime.
They are effective but not easy to maintain every day, especially when you are looking for long-term sustainability, notes Shadab.
Low Calorie burning exercises: Less pressure, effective over time
In contrast, lighter exercises such as brisk walking, yoga, pilates or superpowership bring stable and easy-to-maintain results.
According to clinical nutritionist Abhilasha V in India, although these exercises do not burn a lot of calories immediately, when done regularly, they help the body consume energy sustainably and reduce the risk of injury.
In addition, light activities also contribute to improving spirit and reducing stress, which is a factor that often causes weight gain and makes it difficult to control the diet. The flexibility and ease of application in daily life also make this exercise group an ideal choice for the elderly or beginners.
The key is balance and perseverance
Whether you choose high or low calorie burning exercises, the most important thing is perseverance and suitability with your physical condition.
An effective exercise program should include a combination of different intensity activities, combined with a healthy diet.
Instead of chasing intensity, prioritize the exercises you love and maintain them for a long time, because the long-term results do not come from heavy exercise, but from regular exercise.
