Fitness new trends: 10 fun and beneficial sports

Sport and weight loss are concepts that go hand in hand, if what we want is to lose weight in a healthy and effective way, the best thing is to start playing sports. There are no miracles to shape the body, you have to commit yourself and also follow a "healthy diet. Sport is also very beneficial for our health: it strengthens the heart, increases our self-esteem, eliminates stress. Start now and follow this video for exercises" target your abs.

Zumba: lose weight while having fun

What is that?

If you like to dance, but are also looking for an effective way to lose weight, zumba is the workout for you. This all-around sport combines Latin rhythms with high and low intensity exercises, so you can lose weight in a fun way.

Results

In addition to losing weight quickly, zumba improves flexibility, strengthens muscles and heart, improves balance and coordination ... And it also allows you to increase your self-esteem levels and good mood - you will leave every class full. of energy!

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Sh "bam: the trendy dance to lose calories

What is that?

The sh "bam is a dance that is equivalent to a medium intensity cardio workout. It is electronic dance rhythms, which will make you feel like a real star as you work your body to strengthen muscles and, of course, lose weight.

Results

During the choreography of Sh "bam the whole body moves from shoulders to chest and hips. The warm-up will give way to 35 minutes of moderate intensity choreography, ending with some low intensity strokes. A lesson of Sh" bam it usually lasts around 45 minutes, during which time around 506 calories are lost.

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The elliptical to have steel stem

What is that?

With maximum efficiency, this sporting activity is a "calorie killer". The elliptical is an activity accessible to all, which consists in using an elliptical machine in a room, in class and in a group, guided by a sports instructor who proposes different intensities to simulate a specific path. And, of course, accompanied by music!

Results

This sport is excellent for those who want to lose weight quickly and burn many calories in a short time (900 kcal in 45 minutes) while tones and shapes the buttocks and thighs. Furthermore, it will allow you to improve your cardiovascular condition.You sweat a lot and have fun with the music: a rhythmic song will be ideal for doing many rides as if going gin downhill, and a slower one, going uphill for greater intensity.

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LISS: low intensity workout

What is that?

The LISS “Low Intensity Steady State” is a low intensity workout, but combines a constant effort of at least 60 minutes. A workout that promises to lose more fat than 20 minutes of running. Some examples:

  • Walk fast or jog slowly
  • Moderate swimming
  • Climbing stairs
  • Elliptical machine
  • Rowing machine
  • Cycling or exercise bike


Results

It is an effective way to lose weight, as the body needs oxygen to melt fat. The less intense the exercises are, the more oxygen is available to do the work. Also, since it is a gentle workout, it can be done by anyone and avoids joint and muscle pain after sport.

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Afroaerobics: Awaken your wild side

What is that?

It consists of the fusion of African rhythms adapted to European aerobic dance. With Afroaerobics you can enjoy choreography and rhythms that will bring out your wilder side while doing a moderate intensity cardio workout.

Results

The key feature of the afroaerobic is that it requires the mobility of different muscle groups separately. It will allow you to get to know your body better, strengthen your muscles and lose weight in a different and fun way.

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HIIT - High Intensity Training

What is that?

High Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT, alternates intervals of hard physical work with recovery intervals. That is, during a short period of time the muscles are worked hard, and the next period is rested. Thus, throughout the session. of exercise.

Results

It is one of the most effective weight loss exercises. In addition to allowing you to lose weight, it improves muscle tone, increases aerobic and anaerobic capacity and regulates blood pressure, cholesterol and blood insulin levels.

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Strengthen your body with TRX

What is that?

This type of suspension exercise, known as TRX, was created by the US military so that the military could stay fit anywhere. But don't be afraid, you don't need a perfect physical condition to practice it, just the desire to try something different and to overcome yourself. And, of course, you will need a specific rubber band to exercise.

TRX or suspension training consists of exercises in which the feet are held by a single anchor point, while the rest of the body touches the ground. Thus, a high percentage of your body weight falls on the area you want to train while doing a certain exercise.

Results

TRX, or suspension training, is ideal for improving balance and flexibility, but most importantly it will increase your body's strength, endurance, coordination and stability. After a good TRX session, you are sure to feel stiffness. all over your body for the first few days, but in a short time you will notice how those saggy areas you started exercising harden.

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Aeroyoga: for a more toned and lighter body

What is that?

Courses that mix yoga, pilates and circus arts. Aeroyoga brings these three sports together, much closer than it seems. Most importantly, defy gravity! Because these exercises are performed in a kind of hammock. Our body flies away ... And the pounds with it! The lessons usually last 75 minutes and alternate with the sun salutation (a yoga exercise used as a warm-up), a more dynamic phase inspired by dance and gymnastics, an "aerial" workout with the help of the hammock and finally a period of relaxation.

Results

By working these three angles at the same time, aero-yoga allows you to lose weight quickly, even if it depends on the intensity of the exercises. The different positions improve the flexibility of the body and tone it, moving both the more superficial and the deeper muscles. It also helps us improve posture, and brings other benefits such as better sleep quality and a lot more energy, which further accelerates weight loss.

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Pole Dance: much more than a sensual dance

What is that?

Pole dancing is the fashionable sport of many celebrities. Jessica Alba, Demi Moore or Carmen Electra are known fans of this form of American pole dance. Pole dance is a sport that can be practiced by anyone and that increases in difficulty as you advance, to the point of being able to do all kinds of pirouettes on the pole.

Results

Among the benefits of Pole Dance we can highlight that it helps tone the skin, improves flexibility and increases the strength of the arms and legs. But not only that, because you will feel more and more sexy, you will exploit your sensuality and therefore you will also increase your self-esteem. A very complete sport!

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EMS, electrofitness or electrostimulation

What is that?

Electrostimulation or EMS, popularly known as electrofitness, is a real trend in many sports centers. It consists of generating an involuntary muscle stimulation by applying small electrical currents to the muscle. At first, it was used to strengthen or help activate muscles in rehabilitation processes, but after its good results in all kinds of people, it is now considered a new sport.

Results

The goal of electrofitness is to improve muscle strength and sports performance, so that the flabby areas of the body are toned. However, EMS should be complementary to training. And be careful, because even if you use it and don't notice it too much at first, the pain of the next day will be important if you are not very used to working out, your muscles will thank you later!