High-impact exercise vs. low-impact exercise

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This article was written by a student author from the chapter “Her Campus at Cal State Chico.”

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays an important role in how we experience pleasure. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that regulates your mood and memories. It’s the “feel good” chemical. Norepinephrine is also a neurotransmitter, serotonin and norepinephrine are a great pair. Together, these chemicals help combat depressive episodes and increase energy and alertness. All of these neurotransmitter chemicals are increased by exercise in the same way that medications can increase these chemicals.

Exercise is an important activity that women and men should participate in for their overall physical and mental health. Regular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other health problems. Physical activity can even help people with mental illnesses. Physical activity is particularly important for women, says the National Institutes of Health article: “An observational study shows that the risk of premature death is lower for women, even when women and men engage in the same level of physical activity.” Women Those who exercise regularly, even with little effort, have a lower risk of early health or cardiovascular problems than men. Exercise is obviously very important not only for women but for the human body in general. Today I’m going to explain the difference between low-impact training and high-impact training and the benefits of each.

Low-impact exercises put less strain on your body. Walking, rowing and cycling, barre, Pilates, yoga, weight lifting and water aerobics are all considered low-impact exercises. Low impact training does not mean low intensity. Low-impact workouts can also be performed at high intensity. Low-impact workouts like walking provide comparable benefits to high-impact workouts: “When researchers analyzed 33,060 runners and 15,045 walkers (ages 18 to 80), they found similar reductions in the risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and possibly heart disease.” a six-year follow-up.” Low-impact exercise not only contributes to better heart health, but also reduces the risk of diabetes, improves brain health, strengthens bones and improves joint health. According to the Arthritis Foundation, “The movement associated with low-impact exercise can help lubricate stiff, painful joints and supply blood and nutrients, improving joint health and function.”

Low-impact exercises, such as B. Punching exercises can help you lose weight. “Low-impact activities burn calories and help you achieve the calorie deficit needed for weight loss. However, some low-impact exercises burn fewer calories in a single workout than others. For example, Harvard Health estimates that a 155-pound person burns an average of 108 calories during a 30-minute general weightlifting workout. In contrast, the same person burns 198 calories during a low-impact aerobics session of the same length.” The best low-impact exercises include yoga, cycling, walking, swimming and strength training. These are all activities you can participate in at our WREC. There are group classes for yoga, cycling, swimming and also personal training. Low-impact workouts are a great way to stay active while putting less strain on your body.

On the other hand, high-impact workouts have a significant impact on the joints due to the strenuous movements and higher forces applied to the body. High-impact exercises are exercises in which you leave the ground with both feet or hands at the same time. What goes up must come down, and that’s when the impact happens – when you return to the ground. High-intensity exercises, such as Exercises, such as running, require greater impact forces and higher cadence compared to low-intensity exercises. But highly effective training sessions also have advantages. Running, skiing, jumping rope, gymnastics, and HIIT workouts are all classified as high-impact exercises.

Vigorous exercise can help strengthen bones, which has a positive impact on overall skeletal health. “The stress placed on bones during high-impact activities stimulates bone growth and increases bone density. Vigorous exercises quickly increase the heart rate, providing an effective cardiovascular workout.” However, they also increase the risk of joint pain and injury, especially in people with underlying health conditions. When performing high-impact exercises, proper form is critical to preventing injury. Working with a personal trainer or fitness instructor can help ensure these exercises are performed correctly. Coaches can provide guidance on technique, form and appropriate progression to minimize the risk of injury.

Combining high-impact workouts and low-impact workouts is also a good option so you get a little bit of everything. The most important thing is to find what works best for you. You can consult a fitness trainer and/or assess your personal fitness goals and current physical performance. High- and low-impact exercises offer unique benefits that can be tailored to your specific fitness goals. Understanding the characteristics of each exercise will help you choose the right exercises for your needs. By working with a personal trainer, you will ensure that you are performing exercises correctly and efficiently, helping to achieve maximum results while minimizing the risk of injury. Both types of exercise are essential for overall fitness and your choice should be based on your fitness goals, current physical condition and any existing injuries. By combining high- and low-impact exercises and consulting a fitness professional, you can create a balanced workout plan that will support you on your fitness journey and reduce the risk of injury.