Roller skating may have been an enjoyable pastime during adolescence.
However, the activity is also a low-impact, low-intensity aerobic exercise
that works several muscles, especially your lower body.
As a workout, roller skating has several benefits. For example, roller
skating is a low-impact form of cardio. So, you're less likely to
encounter the same knee issues you often get with high-impact cardio like high-intensity
interval training (HIIT) or running, explained Shah. Low-impact exercises
reduce the stress you put on your joints while working out.
Therefore,
roller skating suits people with chronic muscle and joint pain, like
arthritis or fibromyalgia. In addition to being low-impact, roller
skating is also a low-intensity exercise.
Compared to high-intensity activities like running, roller skating involves minimal surface friction.
So, roller skating helps burn more calories from fat. Also, research has
found that low-intensity exercises help improve endurance.
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