Every effective workout includes an aerobic factor. Increasing your heart rate is essential to the overall goals of achieving improved fitness and weight loss. There are all kinds of activities that can provide a cardio boost, but the one that most everyone can do 'most anywhere at 'most any time is walking. There is no special equipment required, and you can reap the aerobic benefits of ambulation in as little as fifteen minutes a day.
There. We just eliminated two common excuses. "I don't have the money for ______ (insert 'treadmill', 'gym membership', 'classes', etc.)" and "I don't have time
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Kettlebells
August 12th, 2010 by TJ Davis | Cardio, Strength Training
A kettlebell is a cast iron weight with a handle. Developed in Russia, the original kettlebells weighed approximately 35 pounds, but with the advancing popularity of kettlebell training in the US and abroad, the weights can be found ranging from 5 pounds to 175 pounds each. Used properly, kettlebells provide a great cardio workout and can also build strength and bulk.
What is unique about kettlebells as weights is that their center of mass is not fixed. This, and the handle, allow for swinging and releasing movements that are just not possible to do with traditional barbells. Because of the
What is unique about kettlebells as weights is that their center of mass is not fixed. This, and the handle, allow for swinging and releasing movements that are just not possible to do with traditional barbells. Because of the
Aerobic Boxing Benefits
July 15th, 2010 by TJ Davis | Cardio
One of the most fun and beneficial ways to stay in shape is aerobic boxing. There are a variety of programs and systems, both on DVD for use at home, and in instructor-led classes at gyms and college campuses. The combination of boxing and aerobics provides the body with wide-ranging health benefits. Boxing affects the entire body with the hand and foot work involved, building muscle and increasing stamina. Aerobic exercise is any activity that allows you to reach and maintain your target heart rate, helping your body use oxygen more efficiently. It also strengthens your heart and aids
Cardio FIDM
February 23rd, 2010 by Joe Lawrence | Cardio
Great cardio programs have four components. They are: frequency, intensity, duration and mode. When you put them to work for you, you will have a ticker that keeps on ticking.
First, you need to decide how often you want to work out. We all have different schedules, and what works for me may not work for you. You may be able to work out three days a week or maybe even five. Once you get the days down, you need to determine time. You want at least 20 minutes to complete a cardio workout.
Next, intensity is how hard you
First, you need to decide how often you want to work out. We all have different schedules, and what works for me may not work for you. You may be able to work out three days a week or maybe even five. Once you get the days down, you need to determine time. You want at least 20 minutes to complete a cardio workout.
Next, intensity is how hard you
Fitness One Day at a Time
October 8th, 2009 by Joe Lawrence | Cardio, Exercises, Strength Training
We need variety in our fitness regimes. Stagnant waters grow algae. Bored pets tear up the house. I can't afford to have mold or mischief in my muscles. Variety is the antidote to stagnation and variety.
I always have tackled my conditioning plans to mirror that of other sports. I did the cardio of boxers, speed of corner backs, endurance of a triathlete and so forth. My plans change at least once every six months. Why not daily?
Rick Bawsel provides daily workouts to supplement the active person or to use for those with little time. Every day he offers a workout via
I always have tackled my conditioning plans to mirror that of other sports. I did the cardio of boxers, speed of corner backs, endurance of a triathlete and so forth. My plans change at least once every six months. Why not daily?
Rick Bawsel provides daily workouts to supplement the active person or to use for those with little time. Every day he offers a workout via
