Aerobics Articles

Fitness » Aerobics | By Dick Moss @ Friday, 18th April 2008 @ 6:39 AM

Whether you are running, cycling, paddling, performing aerobics routines or using cardio machines, the traditional method for monitoring exercise intensity is to measure heart rate. For the purpose of general fitness improvement, this allows you to determine whether you are working within your aerobic training zone - the intensity that most effectively improves the cardiovascular system without becoming uncomfortable and causing premature fatigue. However, few people are good at checking ... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Steve Hochman @ Thursday, 17th April 2008 @ 1:26 PM

The top 5 fat burning exercises burn so many calories and melt away fat because they increase oxygen demands and get your heart rate way up by working several muscles at once. They should be done at a vigorous pace and with little to no rest in between exercises. Remember to always consult your doctor before starting an exercise program. 1. Squat Presses: Target = Butt, Thighs, Shoulders, Triceps and Cardio Hold dumbbells level with ears in the press position. Squat down un... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Phoenix Delray @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 10:05 AM

Nothing beats waking up in the morning with the thought of going to the gym to lift weights or jog on the treadmill. After a hard days work, the gym is one place you don't even want to think about. Sometimes, even the thought of exercising at home with your own equipment can be less than desirable, which is why many people in San Diego and other cities all over the world turn to personal trainers to stay motivated. Sometimes, just trying to get and stay motivated to exercise on a r... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Craig Nybo @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 7:17 AM

You can become lean, more energetic, and happier by making a few easy decisions in your life. Below are ten tips to get you started. 1. Lift weights. An effective strength-training regimen adds lean muscle mass to your body. Each pound of lean muscle mass burns, on the average, 13 calories a day; that means, if you gain an additional ten pounds of lean muscle, you will burn an extra 130 calories per day. 2. Do cardiovascular exercise. Perform 20-minutes of interval-based cardio ex... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By April Kerr @ Saturday, 29th March 2008 @ 5:40 AM

OK, so sweat isn't particularly the nicest of topics to talk about. People spend vast amounts of money on deodorants to stop themselves from sweating. It's no wonder either because sweating can turn smelly and make our clothes wet and uncomfortable to wear. The thing is though that our bodies need to sweat in order to be able to keep in good health. But why should this be? Sweating is so horrible, surely it can't be good for you? Well, the reason we sweat is because hu... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Craig Nybo @ Thursday, 27th March 2008 @ 7:41 AM

You can lose weight quickly. You can shed fat from your belly and under your arms with rigorous but smart exercise. You can get a lean, athletic build. You can even show off your muscles by losing that pesky layer of fat that obscures your tone and definition. It is not a matter of training for hours on end every day. It is a matter of making every minute of your exercise as efficient as possible. When training your heart while shooting for fast calorie loss, interval based cardio training is th... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Steve Hanson @ Wednesday, 26th March 2008 @ 5:05 PM

We know cardio is essential to improve the cardiovascular system. This goes without saying. When many people don't realize, is that cardiovascular exercise can be useful for losing weight as well as gaining weight; for increasing endurance as well as increasing power, size, and strength. The difference is in training energy systems. You can train your anaerobic energy system (builds power and strength) while participating in a cardio workout, just as easily as training you can train your ae... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Dave Elger @ Sunday, 23rd March 2008 @ 7:53 PM

Could it be that nearly everybody (including me)dispensing advice on how much to drink is totally wrong? Apparently a new theory is being proposed that could change the drinking habits of endurance athletes. During exercise, nobody disputes the fact that significant dehydration impairs performance and can lead to life threatening heat stroke. Knowing this, it is common practice among endurance athletes to keep their tanks full by drinking plenty of water, especially in the hours just prio... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Jude Wright @ Tuesday, 18th March 2008 @ 7:03 PM

The amount of physical exercise you get during the day is one of the key ingredients in enabling you to fall asleep at night and get a good night's rest. The more active you are during the day, the faster you will fall asleep at night and the more well-rested sleep you will get. By exercising regularly, you'll see an improvement in the quality of your sleep and the cycles and phases of sleep will become smoother and more regular. Regular physical activity may also better enabl... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Scott White @ Tuesday, 18th March 2008 @ 5:20 AM

Ever since Jane Fonda and Richard Simmons got us moving in the 1980s to their aerobic's videos, workout videos have been a part of most people's exercise routines at one time or another. The selection of videos available today is so varied and vast that no matter what your choice of exercise, you can find a video to assist you. Workout videos are a great component in helping to achieve your fitness goals. Using workout videos in your fitness routine is helpful in many ways. Eve... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Phoenix Delray @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 10:17 AM

There are two main types of exercise that your personal trainer will likely tell you that you can do, aerobic and anaerobic. The first one, aerobic, means with oxygen. Aerobic type exercise has an important distinction, it burns fat as the main fuel. Anaerobic on the other hand, burns sugar as the main source of fuel. Despite common myths, exercise does not have to be drastic in any way to provide massive benefits. Even if you choose light exercise, you will still burn fat. Light exe... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Kenneth Scott @ Wednesday, 5th March 2008 @ 2:31 AM

Aerobic exercises are one of the best ways of loosing a few pounds and staying fit. It is an enjoyable way to stay healthy and energetic all through the day. Today, there is a large amount of material available on the net to help you with customized programs that can lead to weight loss and a healthier you than ever before. The amount of goodness that an aerobic regime will impart to you is unexplainable. You will probably realize how you will fell more fit, have more energy to do all the... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Kenneth Scott @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 7:42 PM

Given our sedentary lifestyles today, it is important for all of us to find time to exercise. Exercising regularly is an important activity that goes a long way to ensure that we retain our health for a long time. Many people, especially Americans, are too preoccupied with our work and hence neglect this important aspect of taking care of their bodies. This results in deterioration of health over time and it is not surprising to find young people suffering from all kinds of ailments. Hear... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Rob Ryan @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 10:59 AM

You don't want to start stretching until you have been loosened up with some low intensity activity, such as light aerobics or some brisk walking. As we get older we will naturally start to lose our flexibility and increase the chances of injury, whether it is exercise or normal physical activity. Stretching will increase your flexibility and help prevent injury, so it's a good idea to make it part of your lifestyle, especially if you have been inactive. Be sure to alway... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Shakil Zaman @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 7:30 PM

There is no doubt that regular exercise plays a key role to maintaining good health. Unfortunately most people simply do not get enough exercise and the few that do exercise tend to overdo it and end up in a state of over training which causes their immune system to weaken and they become susceptible to all kinds of illness. Finding the right balance of rest and exercise in your life is important. It is important to also mention that diet plays a critical role so make sure to do your rese... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Ann Knapp @ Wednesday, 30th January 2008 @ 10:16 PM

It seems simple. You pull on a pair of tennis shoes and head outdoors. Everyone thinks they know what walking is and how to do it. Besides the amazing health benefits to walking, there can be more to walking besides putting one foot in front of the other. To make the most of your workout and reduce incidences of muscle and joint pain, consider these walking mistakes to avoid: #1. Overstriding: Knowing the correct way to walking can improve your health and help you to walk faster and more ... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Douglas Taylor @ Wednesday, 30th January 2008 @ 11:26 AM

Are you bored to death at the thought of walking on your treadmill? Is the thought of getting on your cycle driving you crazy? You may just being looking for a low impact workout that is easy on your knees and hips. If the answer to any of the above is yes then elliptical machines benefits could be your answer. An elliptical fitness trainer is not hard on your body yet delivers a very effective cardio workout. Elliptical machines are sometimes called different names such as elliptical cro... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Jonathon Hardcastle @ Wednesday, 26th December 2007 @ 5:47 PM

As part of any healthy lifestyle, it is essential to find a balanced diet combined with a course of regular exercise. This means that in addition to making the necessary dietary changes, we should also be undertaking some form of cardiovascular exertion to try to improve our fitness and well-being. One of the best ways in which we can do this is by step-aerobics. Step-aerobics, as the name would suggest, is an aerobic exercise which involves stepping on a raised platform in time with mu... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Ranju Kumar @ Wednesday, 5th December 2007 @ 12:11 AM

Exercises can bring you good health and physical fitness, which will enhance your quality of life. It's a known fact that exercises reduce anxiety, ease depression, and give you a general feeling of wellness. Exercises are very important to quality of life and longevity. The fitness scene has changed tremendously, gone are the days when you could spend an hour in the Gym. Now you can switch on the computer at breakfast time to join in with online fitness workouts and you can build yo... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By David Maillie @ Wednesday, 28th November 2007 @ 12:28 AM

We all know that if you want to lose weight or tone up you need to exercise. Well, aerobics requires a trip to the local YMCA or gym and can be quite inconvenient not to mention some people do not want to be on display at a crowded gym. running is great, but it has two major downfalls. One, obviously, is that you probably will not do it in the rain or any extremely adverse weather. The other is that running does cause impact injuries from the constant jarring. An elliptical trainer ... more...