Updated November 6th, 2023 at 23:51 IST

Brain Health to Weight loss: 5 reasons to begin your day with Cardio

Cardio strengthen the heart muscle, enhances lung function, reduces the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure and aids in weight management.

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If you are planning for a toned figure then the morning workout sessions are quite beneficial for the body. It speeds up the metabolism, increases energy and prevents numerous chronic illnesses. Talking about morning workouts then, cardio can be extremely effective. It helps strengthen the heart muscle, enhances lung function, reduces the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure, aids in weight management and improves mental well-being

Benefits of Cardio in Morning

Boosts metabolism: Practicing cardio in the morning kickstarts speed up the metabolism and helps you burn more calories throughout the day.

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Heart Health: It decreases resting blood pressure and heart rate. It also improves good cholesterol levels while lowering blood fats in the body. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), moderate and vigorous-intensity physical activity strengthens your heart muscle, which further improves your heart's ability to pump blood to your lungs and throughout your body.

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Brain Health: Several studies suggest that physical activity can reduce the risk of dementia, regardless of age. Cardio can also increase blood flow in the brain, improve memory, and thinking ability and protect your brain against developing Alzheimer's disease.

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Reduces stress: While performing Cardio, it releases endorphins, which are known as "feel-good" hormones. This can help reduce stress and improve your mood throughout the day.

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Aids in weight loss: Regular cardio can help you maintain a healthy weight by burning calories and boosting your metabolism.

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Published November 6th, 2023 at 23:51 IST