Endurance training: Start with small steps to keep yourself fit
Endurance sports do not necessarily have to be exhausting. You can and should constantly adjust the intensity of your training. You can also combine household chores with your training, like gardening or cleaning.
Please, always coordinate your training program with your healthcare team before starting on your own!
Note: If you’re able to talk during your training, it’s considered light physical activity. Moderate training is when you start breathing heavily and intense physical activity is when you’re unable to talk.
Adjust the intensity of your activity repeatedly through self-observation, e.g. with a fitness tracker app on a smartwatch or bracelet, or using similar devices, and don't forget to ask to your doctor or physiotherapist for more information.
Sample exercises:
- Power walking
- Jogging/running
- Dancing
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Climbing stairs
- Playing sports such as tennis, basketball, soccer or racquetball
Recommendation: 30 min 3x a week