7 Health Benefits of Cardio Exercise

October 26, 2017 Access Hundreds of Delicious Recipes! Learn how to cook healthy, delicious meals with ease. The Mayo Clinic Diet online provides easy-to-follow meal plans and recipes that take the guesswork out of healthy eating. Dig in and sign up now! "When we're in the midst of a fog and can't see the shoreline, we need a compass. Reach out to a trusted friend or adviser for perspective. We're not hardwired to go it alone. We need others to survive and thrive."— Edward T. Creagan, M.D. Move More Cardio 101: Benefits and tips Do you have a hard time motivating yourself to do aerobic exercise? Consider this: In addition to burning calories, regular cardio helps improve mood, control appetite and much more. If you're a beginner, start slowly. You might walk five minutes in the morning and five minutes in the evening. Gradually add a few minutes to each session and then pick up the pace a bit. Soon you could be walking briskly for 30 minutes a day. Also consider hiking, cycling, jogging, rowing, elliptical training — any activity that increases your breathing and heart rate! Practice these fitness fundamentals » Healthy Eating Get into the habit: Pack your lunch How often do you just grab whatever's available when you're hungry, even relying on a vending machine to supply your midday meal? Packing lunches can be challenging if you aren't already in the habit. Reinvigorate your lunch, save money and eat healthier with the following tips. Try these lunch-packing strategies » Today's Healthy-Cooking Tip Add flavor without extra calories Easy, flavorful food combinations can add pizazz to your meals and snacks, and keep you motivated to meet your goals. For starters, jazz up dishes by using herbs and spices to add color, taste and aroma. Add cilantro to rice or bean dishes. Sprinkle rosemary on roasted potatoes, cubed squash (or other veggies) or grilled meats. Try freshly chopped chives in omelets or pasta salads. It's that easy! ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Manage Type 2 Diabetes Learn How a Better Diet Can Help Your Type 2 Diabetes Management Osteoporosis Diet Get Info on a Diet to Help With Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Your Migraine Is Misunderstood - Find Support For You We Have Tools To Help You Start A Fresh Conversation With Your Doctor BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Thursday October 26, 2017. Copyright 2017 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy