Are there any benefits of low intensity cardio? With the emergence of high intensity cardio and other intense training routines, a low intensity cardio workout is not nearly as prevalent as it used to be. Why have I started doing a lot more low intensity cardio for fat loss then? Because it’s a great way to burn a few extra calories with very little risk of over training or injury. This is an important component of Visual Impact Cardio and was mentioned in my interview with Rusty Moore as a great way to get the lean, Hollywood look. Low Intensity Cardio vs. High Intensity Cardio My definition of low intensity cardio is anything from walking to a slow jog. It’s exercise that may require a modest amount of effort but something during which you could probably carry on a conversation. High intensity cardio on the other hand would include sprints or interval training in which you have to focus on catching your breath rather than talking. High intensi...