Aerobics to Keep Fit
The frequency of most aerobic programs is
at least 3 days per week and not more than 6 days per week. The
intensity has to be high enough to get your heart rate between 60
and 80% of its maximum rate.
Many individuals are enjoying the health benefits of aerobics to
not only stay healthy but also to enjoy a fit body. Aerobics can
also relieve stress, strengthen your bones, prevent or lower your
blood pressure if it is high, maintain your weight, tone your
muscles, improve your confidence and self-esteem, relieve any
depression you may be feeling, and lift your mood. Aerobics can
also maintain your flexibility, and fight the signs of aging and
who wouldn't want that benefit?
Aerobic exercise is any exercise that is repetitive, rhythmical,
and of a relatively low intensity that involves large muscle
groups. The aerobic exercise increases your body's demand for
oxygen and will add to the workload of your heart and your lungs
which is why anyone with heart or lung issues should get the advise
of their doctor before participating in aerobics.
The frequency of most aerobic programs is at least 3 days per
week and not more than 6 days per week. The intensity has to be
high enough to get your heart rate between 60 and 80% of its
maximum rate. The duration of the exercise is usually between 20
and 60 minutes of continuous activity with a warm-up and
cool-down.
Aerobic choices include jogging, brisk walking, swimming,
cycling, dancing, and also cross-country skiing.
Most aerobic routines last approximately 45 minutes to an hour
and start with a warm-up and end with cool down followed by final
stretches. If you are in a class the time will be pre-determined by
the class instructor. If you are doing the aerobics on your own you
can have more flexibility with the time.
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To do side crunches use a exercise mat and kneel down and lean all the way over to your right side. Now, place your right palm on the floor.
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Individuals can participate in two different types of aerobics
including low impact exercises and high impact, which are more
energetic in nature involving a lot of movement such as jumping,
hopping, or jogging.
You should speak with your doctor before starting any type of
aerobics if you have had a family history of heart or respiratory
issues, have problems with your joints, or have had recent surgery,
or are recovering from a high impact injury.
Aerobics is an ideal exercise if you are looking for something
that will fit into a busy lifestyle. Aerobic classes are usually
scheduled at various days and times to accommodate most schedules.
If you train aerobically on a regular basis you will not only get
fit but also your body will undergo some metabolic changes at the
cellular level. Your body will increase mitochondria production.
Mitochondria are the "furnaces" of the body burning both fat and
other nutrients. Oxygen is the key to both good health and weight
loss. Aerobics helps with fat burning and improved cardiovascular
health. Aerobics is usually an integral part of any good training
program.
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