Cardio is that one word that can make gym rats run away in fear. We all know it’s important, but it just doesn’t feel good to do. After all, why would you stand on a treadmill if you can also get a good chest pump?
In this article, we dive headfirst into the captivating world of cardio memes, where relatable humor and (mainly) relatable struggle collide.
#1: Cardio vs Lifting
Why does lifting weights feel so much better than cardio? It’s just not fair.
#2: Best Mindset for Cardio
He has a point, to be honest. It can never be mediocre if you don’t do it. Although avoiding cardio completely will not be easy in daily life, unfortunately.
#3: What is Cardio?
Just keep denying that cardio exists. Doing a lot of reps is also a kind of cardio… right?
#4: Ignoring the Benefits
We all know that doing cardio has many health benefits. But yes, of course, you would rather not hear this.
#5: Motivation is the Key
Only in situations like this is the motivation to do cardio high enough. Maybe a good addition to the gym?
#6: Necessary Cardio
Skipping cardio has its drawbacks. In any case, you will never be the first to reach a machine when it just becomes available.
#7: It’s Designed to Make You Sad
Like I said, lifting weights just feels so much better than cardio. Cardio just makes you sad.
#8: Stay Away From It
The best strategy is to stay as far away from the cardio room as possible. Machines near it are already questionable.
#9: Mental Preparation
The prospect of still having to do cardio is no fun. Don’t forget to schedule time for mental preparation.
#10: Cardio Kills the Gains
The best excuse for avoiding cardio is that your muscles will disappear. This excuse is therefore widely used.
#11: Mental Tricks
4x 5 minutes is less than 1x 20 minutes right? Always trying tricks to make time go faster.
#12: Bodybuilders vs Cardio
Ever seen a bodybuilder do cardio? Not me anyway.
#13: Cardio Not Allowed
Life suddenly becomes a lot simpler if you don’t do cardio. At least you have to do less. Sounds good right?
#14: Don’t Look At Me
Personally, I don’t look my best during cardio; I think hardly anyone. I, therefore, try to choose a machine where as few people as possible can see me.
#15: Cardio At The End
During your workout, the moment of cardio is getting closer. Doing cardio at the end is mentally grueling.
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