Aerobic activity aims to improve cardiovascular health and weight loss. Aerobic exercise must be done for at least thirty minutes in your goal heart rate zone to be effective. The benefits will grow if you can stick it out a little longer. Fat is burnt away during aerobic activity. This is ideal for you because it causes you to lose weight by burning stored fat. If you have 30 minutes a day, 3 days a week to spare, use it to get the most out of your routine in the time you have.
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Incorporate circuit training into your aerobic regimen. There are two ways to accomplish this. Let's pretend that your favourite cardio machine is the treadmill. Make a plan that will push your heart to new heights every step of the way. Warm up for the first five minutes by going for a light walk. Warming up is necessary to avoid muscle cramps and damage.
Try a brisk walk at a speed you can handle with appropriate form and breathing after the first 5 minute interval. Keep going at this speed for 5 to 10 minutes. Increase your speed until you're jogging at a leisurely pace. If you're new to jogging/running, 5 minutes should suffice at first. For the next ten minutes, reduce your speed to a fast stroll. If you only have 30 minutes, shorten the brisk walk to 5 minutes and cool down for 5 minutes.
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Warm-ups and cool-downs are equally vital. The cool down allows you to collect your breath and stretch your legs once more. If you still have 45 minutes to spare, alternate between a brisk walk and a jog, being sure to leave 5 minutes for a cool down.
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In the same session, try the circuit training philosophy on various types of equipment. Consider the following: Begin your workout on the elliptical trainer. If your gym has an elliptical with poles, you'll reap the benefits of both upper and lower body workouts. Work out for ten to fifteen minutes at a high intensity. Transfer to the recumbent bike without stopping. For 10 to 15 minutes, pedal away. Finish with a cool down on the treadmill if you only have 30 minutes.
When it comes to maximising aerobic advantages, doing out at home is not a problem. If you're going to employ aerobic videos or DVDs, pick one that fits your schedule while still providing a varied upper and lower body workout. Warm-up and cool-down phases are included in all aerobic videos.
Exercising is a commitment that lasts a lifetime. It is cumulative whenever you have time to engage in some form of physical activity. Everything you do contributes to a higher quality of life!
