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What Is Cardio and Is Cardiovascular Exercise Good for the Heart?

What is Cardio?

Cardiovascular exercise is a definite way to ensure your blood is pumped faster and stronger, but what is cardio?

“Cardio” Comes from the Greek word “kardia,” meaning heart. In simple terms, exercise is generally considered cardio if it involves deliberate and coordinated physical movements that increase your heart rate for an extended period.

Is it Good for the Heart?

There’s a reason it’s called cardio. Aerobic exercise is very good for your heart. An aerobic cardiovascular exercise means that more oxygen is used for energy production and mobility is increased. As part of a general heart-healthy lifestyle, regular cardio not only lowers your resting blood pressure and heart rate, but these fundamental changes also ensure that your heart doesn’t have to work excessively all the time. Maintaining a good cardio routine also helps to increase good cholesterol levels while lowering blood fats.

As a result, while cardio is a very important supporter for the heart, it is also an important exercise for our entire body. It has a direct effect on our organs, including the brain, joints, skin, muscles, digestive system, and lungs, to name a few. In fact, research shows that getting enough cardiovascular exercise can help you live longer.

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29/09/2025

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