847 – Fit Body Factors: intensity and balance

2023.04.27 – 0847 – Fit Body Factors: intensity and balance

Factors to consider:

·        Exercise intensity – how hard you push yourself and for how long

o  Especially on days that you will be performing

o  Be careful of ‘red lining’ – there’s usually no need to push things to the max

o  Muscular damage or failure can be painful and long term, affecting you emotionally as well as physically

·        Exercise balance

o  The exercise selection – don’t overwork one particular group, so balance ‘pulling’ with running and swimming.

o  Be aware of overworking on the weights – straining neck and trapezius muscles (at the top of the back) can affect your throat area and so, your vocal performance.

o  A rigid rectus abdominus (a six-pack to you and me), is suboptimal for breathing

o  Cardio work is very important – choose LISS work over HIIT work[1]

[1] LISS, or Low Intensity Steady State, involves consistent effort at a steady pace for an allotted amount of time. HIIT, or High Intensity Interval Training, involves short bursts with high effort, followed by lower effort rest intervals.

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