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on end. Unless you train at a high level, you probably have enough glycogen to last about two hours before you run out of glycogen and need to refuel, or slow down. Refueling with the right food is one way to maintain a high intensity over hours and hours, and why ultra-endurance athletes snack on energy bars, bananas and power drinks. This isn't necessary for most recreational exercisers who rarely work out for more than an hour. If your typical workout routine includes an hour at the gym, you don't need to worry about running out of fuel if you work hard. So going for a high-intensity effort, at least a couple times a week, is a simple way to make the most of your workout time. High intensity workouts aren't for the timid. And they aren't for a beginner. They require a lot of effort and you will need to gradually build up your body to handle those efforts. You can't go from couch potato to high-intensity queen overnight. You need to get your muscles, joints, cardiovascular system, and even your mind prepared to handle the stress, or you could easily overdo it and wind up injured or ill. So, while high intensity gets you fit faster, and burns more calories, low intensity exercise should still have a place in your workout schedule. In fact, longer, slow endurance exercise should be a regular part of a well-balanced, healthy lifestyle. Recovery is faster with low intensity movement. Going for a hike, taking a casual bike ride, or just stretching are excellent low intensity activities. Mix it up with shorter, higher intensity workouts and power training to add variety, burn calories and build endurance quickly. Be smart, listen to your body, and mix up your workouts in the way that works best for your goals and comfort zone. Page 12| Abby's Magazine - www.AbbysHealthAndNutrition.com