Not every workout needs to be a killer. You can make huge changes to your body incorporating LISS - low impact steady state training - to your routines.
Why?
Steady state training improves your cardiovascular capacity, burns fat, and is accessible and scalable for people at any fitness level. LISS training is a great tool for recovery from harder workouts and lifting weights, is easier to fit into your day (possibly during your lunch hour), and can increase your chances of sticking with a routine (goodbye burnout!)
How?
Aim for a low level of intensity exertion for long, continuous periods. It's all about endurance: find a pace that's got your blood pumping and maintain it for as long as you can.
Start with 2 - 3 sessions of 30-45 minutes a day, and increase either duration or frequency as you become more fit.
Examples of LISS:
Walking
Swimming
Cycling
Hiking
Stationary Rowing
LISS workouts are also great for the summer months when it's really HOT outside and hard to incorporate more intense cardio workouts.
Walk the neighborhood before work starts, take your bike to the boards for sunset, or visit a shaded park for a family hike.
Whatever you choose, keep incorporating movement to your days and you'll be on the right track to looking and feeling your best.
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