One thing that I get asked about from people curious about signing up for my fitness app, Besst Workouts, is if they have to be a runner or if they have to run on cardio days. The answer to that is no! If you aren’t a runner and don’t want to be, then you absolutely do not have to run to follow the app schedule. The Besst Workouts App has “choose your own” cardio on the cardio days – meaning that you can walk, you can run, you can bike, hike, swim, or do any other workout you enjoy that keeps your heart rate elevated. Moderate intensity is what you can aim for here – I just want you to get in at least 30 minutes of that intensity level on cardio days (3x/week).
I choose to run because I love running. I love going for 3-5 mile runs and so that’s usually what I do. But some days I may choose to do a walk while pushing my kids in the stroller, or a walk on the treadmill while I catch up on a Bravo show. We also enjoy hiking so on the weekend I may do that instead of running. Also, if you’re not currently a runner but would *like* to get better at running, the circuit strength workouts on M-W-F are perfect for building up that muscular & cardiovascular endurance to compliment getting better at running.
Why do I leave the cardio workout up to you? Because I want you to have some ownership over your routine, to earn how to find things you enjoy and stick with them because you choose to, not because you’re being told. I believe this is an important aspect of long-term compliance to an exercise routine. And that is how you make something a lifestyle…which is what we are all about over here!
If you have any questions, I’m here to help. App members can always message me directly via the app. To join us, sign up here!
xo,
Bess
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