Tuesday, 16 May 2023

Do this before your walk to burn more calories

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If weight loss is your goal, you may be wondering what type of workout is most effective: a long walk or short, high-intensity training. The answer is actually both. Learn how to combine them to maximize calorie burn. Plus, celebrate taco Tuesday with this fish taco recipe that packs in the produce.

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Today's Plan

It's taco Tuesday! Looking for a healthy and delicious recipe to make at home? These Fish Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw fit the bill. A rainbow of plant foods dominate the plate in these fish tacos that are topped with sautéed veggies and slaw. You can speed up prep time by buying pre-shredded coleslaw.

Here's your meal plan for today:

Breakfast: Slow Cooker Breakfast Sweet Potatoes
Lunch: Edamame Brown Rice Bowl
Dinner: Fish Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw

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I want to lose weight. Should I do a long walk or short HIIT?

There are two types of cardio you typically hear about: High-intensity interval training (HIIT) and low-intensity steady state cardio (LISS).

What exactly is the difference between HIIT and LISS cardio? HIIT involves alternating between short bursts of intense effort with periods of rest or active recovery. LISS cardio is low-intensity exercise, such as walking, at a relatively easy pace.

One type of workout isn't necessarily better than the other, but one might be better suited for you, depending on your fitness goals. And if weight loss is your goal, consider stacking the two.

Perform a 15-minute HIIT workout followed by 30 minutes of LISS cardio, like a walk, says performance coach Lisa Reed. "You will be burning more calories from fat when you follow HIIT with any LISS activity," she says.

How to decide which type of exercise is best for you.

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