How to boost your cardio workouts with Virtual Reality
If you're looking to boost your cardio and get your heart pumping, virtual reality (VR) is a great tool to add to your fitness routine. Not only is it fun and engaging, but it also allows you to exercise anytime, anywhere – no need to brave the elements or fight for a treadmill at the gym.
Here are a few ways to boost your cardio with VR:
- Virtual reality running and cycling: With VR, you can go for a run or ride through beautiful, immersive landscapes, all from the comfort of your own home. Some popular VR fitness games to try are Supernatural VR, VR Workout , Beat Saber and FitXR all are perfect for raising your overall fitness level.
- Virtual reality boxing: Boxing is a high-intensity cardio workout that can help improve your strength, endurance, and coordination. VR boxing games like The Thrill of the Fight, Knockout League and Creed: Rise to Glory offer challenging workouts that will get your heart rate up in no time.
- Virtual reality dance parties: Dancing is a fun and energetic way to get your cardio in. With VR dance games like Kizuna AI, Audio Trip and Dance Central VR, you can learn new dance moves and burn calories at the same time.
- Virtual reality sports: Whether you're a fan of basketball, soccer, or golf, there are VR sports games that will help you get your cardio fix. Games like Golf Plus VR and Racket Fury: Table Tennis VR offer realistic and challenging gameplay that will keep you moving, albeit at a lower tempo.
So why wait? There is a rapidly growing choice, so if you have a virtual reality headset then try incorporating VR into your fitness routine and see how it can help boost your cardio and overall health.
Remember, keep your body correctly fueled, hydrate regularly, and be mindful of your roomscale settings, so properly set up at the start of any workout.
Happy sweating!
