AT non-impact activities are those where there are no constant collisions between the body and the surface. That is, they don’t require you to run, jump, or hit targets. A fundamental characteristic for people who suffer from a certain type of chronic joint pain, for example.
And the good news is that, contrary to what some might think, non-impact activities are not limited to strength training, nor are they less effective than other types of sport. With them, it is quite possible to expend a good amount of calories, lose weight, improve cardiorespiratory conditioning and increase lean body mass.
That’s why, with the help of experts from the online training platform, Queima Diaria, we’ve separated three good options for non-impact activities to add to your daily life. To verify:
Yoga. “Yoga is a physical activity that also benefits mental health. The movements require strength, balance and flexibility combined with breath control, which together benefit the core, help shape the body, increase flexibility and muscle strength. This generates caloric expenditure with a low impact on the joints”, explains physical educator Flávio Areal.
Fitness ballet. The activity combines classical dance movements with fitness exercises, without generating impact throughout the workout. “For those who are starting to practice, the range of motion can be a challenge, but with regularity and respect for the limits of your own body, in a few months it is possible to perceive the benefits”, comments the trainer. and dancer Déborah Valério.
Aerobics in general. Running and jumping can be replaced by alternating leg movements, for example, but without losing sight of the cadence. “Even in the adaptation, body movements must be vigorous, helping to improve blood circulation, increase heart rate, tone muscles and ensure weight loss,” concludes Flávio.
