{"id":19435,"date":"2025-10-13T14:08:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T14:08:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dixsupps-v2.local\/what-cardio-to-lose-weight\/"},"modified":"2026-02-02T10:58:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T10:58:20","slug":"choose-cardio-weight-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dixsupps.com\/en\/choose-cardio-weight-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"What cardio to lose weight?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nWe’ve always known it: when it comes to losing weight<\/strong>, people talk about cardio<\/strong>. And it’s true, cardio will make you “lose weight.” But be careful, cardio<\/strong> isn’t just about running for miles hoping to melt away fat (and often, that’s where the mistake begins).<\/p>\n

Because ill-suited cardio<\/em>, instead of boosting your metabolism<\/strong>, can actually slow it down. Yes, you read that right: poorly calibrated, it can actually hinder your progress and produce the opposite effect of what you’re looking for.<\/p>\n

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\r\n Cardio Questionnaire!<\/span>\r\n Before diving into theory, here's a short questionnaire to guide you to the ideal cardio for you, based on your profile, activity, available time<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Available time per session<\/span>\r\n Experience level<\/span>\r\n Strength training frequency\/week<\/span>\r\n Stress\/fatigue level<\/span>\r\n Effort preference<\/span>\r\n Main goal<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n min<\/span>\r\n x<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Beginner<\/span>\r\n Intermediate<\/span>\r\n Advanced<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Low<\/span>\r\n Medium<\/span>\r\n High<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Long and steady<\/span>\r\n Balanced<\/span>\r\n Short and intense<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Preserve muscle<\/span>\r\n Balanced<\/span>\r\n Rapid loss<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Discover my ideal cardio<\/span>\r\n Your cardio recommendation<\/span>\r\n Complete the questionnaire to discover your profile<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n \u2190 LISS<\/span>\r\n HIIT \u2192<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Your profile perfectly matches high-intensity cardio (HIIT)<\/strong>.<\/span>\r\n \u2713 You have little time but seek maximum efficiency<\/span>\r\n \u2713 Your physical condition allows for intense efforts<\/span>\r\n \u2713 You enjoy short and explosive challenges<\/span>\r\n Recommendation:<\/strong> 2-3 HIIT sessions per week (15-25 min), with at least 48h recovery between each session.<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Your profile matches low-intensity cardio (LISS)<\/strong>.<\/span>\r\n \u2713 You prioritize preserving your muscle mass<\/span>\r\n \u2713 Your body needs optimal recovery<\/span>\r\n \u2713 You prefer regular and sustainable efforts<\/span>\r\n Recommendation:<\/strong> 3-5 LISS sessions per week (45-60 min): brisk walking, moderate cycling, breaststroke swimming.<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n Your profile matches a mixed HIIT\/LISS approach<\/strong>.<\/span>\r\n \u2713 You can benefit from the advantages of both methods<\/span>\r\n \u2713 Your experience allows alternating intensities<\/span>\r\n \u2713 This combination optimizes fat loss and recovery<\/span>\r\n Recommendation:<\/strong> 1-2 HIIT sessions (20 min) + 2-3 LISS sessions (45 min) per week.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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