But here's the thing: While soft cardio might be great for getting you off the couch, it's not quite delivering what traditional cardio does. Let's be clear: I'm not here to bash soft cardio. Soft cardio designed to spare your body from repetitive impact and intense exertion, which sounds wonderful—and in many ways, it is. If your primary goal is simply to move more and sit less, soft cardio is perfect. For beginners, use soft cardio as a gateway to building more challenging workouts into your routine.