Every day new information about weight loss seems to show up in our social media feeds and email inboxes. While it can be confusing and even contradict what you read the day before, one fact remains undisputed. Exercise helps you to burn calories and shed extra pounds. That’s why 30 minutes of daily activity is part of the Nutrisystem weight loss plan . The Appeal of Low-Intensity Workouts You don’t need to join a gym, run for miles or even break a sweat to get the benefits of being active. Low-intensity, steady state (or LISS) exercise can be as effective as the high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that has become so popular. Understanding LISS vs. HIIT LISS workouts gently elevate your heart rate and dial up your metabolism through an extended period of constant yet moderate exertion. That is, with LISS you are moving relatively slowly for a long time. You should be able to talk comfortably during a LISS workout. In contrast, HIIT sessions are fast and challenging, with bri...