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    5 Benefits of Cross-Training

    28th February 2021
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    Our bodies adapt to whatever stimulus we give them. If you spend all day sitting at a desk, your mobility, joint health and general fitness will decrease physical ability.

    Functional fitness is an absolute hero when it comes to undoing the damage of day-to-day downtime. But just as important is the type of workout you do: blending a variety of exercises and sports can take you to new heights with your training.

    Whether you’re gearing up for a triathlon or trying to escape a performance plateau, this mix-and-match workout style packs tonnes of benefit-led appeal. This is what you can expect through regular training:

    What are the benefits of cross-training?

    1. Less prone to injury

    Working out in a number of different ways boosts your endurance without wearing down the joints or overusing certain muscles and connective tissues repetitively.

    It’s the perfect way to develop strength and mobility if you’re just getting into running, for example, which can impact these vulnerable parts due to the harsh impact of the exercise. If you’re a more experienced runner, using more low-impact exercises as active recovery lets you train more consistently and ultimately, makes you better equipped to run.

    2. Promotes mobility and posture

    Make the same repetitive movements day in and day out and you’ll soon start to rely on specific areas of your body to compensate for weaker parts. One of the best benefits of cross-training is that it removes any muscle imbalances by working on all areas of the body. For example, muscles you target in swimming might not be the same you use climbing. Similarly, positions you maintain in yoga can impact flexibility in ways climbing can’t.

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    3. Clears your head

    Mental clarity is one of the most underrated benefits of cross-training. You dictate the workouts you feel like: if you don’t fancy a sweaty solo run, you can join a yoga class for a recharging, social session. If you’re feeling particularly stressed out after a day at the office, you might want to get it all out with an intense HIIT class. Whether you want release or relaxation, your mood can dictate the movements you need. Not only are you clocking up the wide range of benefits from a multitude of different exercises, you’re also learning lots of different new skills that stimulate your mind.

    4. Improves athletic performance

    Certain exercises complement others. Naturally, you need to focus on your specific training – but it’s easy to get so wrapped up in it that you end up with weak points. If you’re a serious athlete within a certain sport, cross-training can improve your all-round fitness. If you’re a cyclist and struggle going uphill, build your quad strength on the ski slopes. If you’re a boxer who wants to progress with bodyweight exercises, practice yoga. Maybe your shoulders are hurting after a basketball game? Try perfecting the gymnastic rings in your local club.

    5. Prevents boredom

    No matter how much you love running or swimming or climbing, mixing up exercises is the key to maintaining your mojo. Variety is the spice of life and cross-training can boost your motivation, providing different kinds of workout that stimulate your mind and body. We’re all about exercise that doesn’t feel like exercise at all and trying out a range of activities can be an ideal way to prevent monotony setting in. Read more about our unique, playful and natural approach to fitness and see what makes EVO different here.

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