Aerobics Articles

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...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Cindy Heller @ Tuesday, 23rd October 2007 @ 6:51 PM

When it comes to aerobics class, there are many to choose from. You just have to find one that you enjoy. Most people love to dance. Dancing is a way to relieve stress, jam to your favorite music and a great way to have fun. On the other hand, not everyone loves to exercise. When it comes to aerobic activity, most people dread it. Why not combine exercise and dancing? Dance aerobics classes are becoming popular every where. Basically, aerobic dancing is a fitness sport that combines the h... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Cindy Heller @ Saturday, 13th October 2007 @ 1:12 AM

Music is a wonderful way to energize the body through aerobic workout. An aerobics music workout is a great exercise program if you love music. There are a number of different types of aerobic exercises that work well with the addition of music. Any physical activity that is continuous motion will be termed as being aerobic. Adding music to your aerobic routine can increases the intensity level. But there are advantages to adding music .An aerobics routine consisting of aerobic music will involv... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Gaetane Ross @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 2:10 AM

One of the biggest obstacles to staying on track for fitness is losing motivation. People are just starting an exercise program can find themselves quickly tired of the same routine. Keeping exercise appealing and maintaining a good fitness perspective is key to long-term success. If you have to watch the exact same episode of your favorite television show every day for the rest of your life, you would probably be banging your head against the wall by the end of the week. You would change... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Cindy Heller @ Thursday, 11th October 2007 @ 7:32 AM

The variety of aerobics routines you can enjoy are many. You just have to find one that appeals to you. When it comes to aerobic activity, most people dread it. Why not combine your favorite sport activity with exercise for a great workout. Below are 4 ways to add variety to your exercise routine. Dance Aerobics Most people love to dance. Dancing is a way to relieve stress, jam to your favorite music and a great way to have fun. On the opposite end of the spectrum, not everyone lov... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Cindy Heller @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 2:57 PM

Do you have a want to try aerobic exercise, but cannot handle the high impact variety? Why not try a water aerobic workout for minimum impact but maximum aerobic benefit. Water aerobics are gentle on the joints as well as the back, so they can be done by people with joint and back problems. Water aerobics are also good for pregnant women, people who get overheated easily and those who are obese and want to get in shape safely. You don't need to know how to swim for water aerobics workouts, ... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Cindy Heller @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 2:55 PM

Aerobics exercise is the optimum way to raise your heart rate, burn fat, and tone your muscles. You can choose from a variety of options, from running and walking to aerobic machines and classes. You can dance, run, walk or hop your way to a fitter body. As your body becomes accustomed to the routine, you'll want to find ways to add more intensity to the program. A good way to step up your routine is to add step aerobics moves. The great thing about step aerobics is you can find ways to int... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Richard King @ Wednesday, 29th August 2007 @ 7:25 PM

This is a claim you hear often, especially among bodybuilders, but also among some personal trainers. The most extreme version is "aerobics makes you fat", the reasoning being that it leads to loss of muscle, which lowers your metabolism, causing you to gain fat because you're now eating too much for your slow metabolism. These types of claims are based on some truth, as we'll see, but are highly exaggerated. Your muscles are not going to waste away to nothing because yo... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Richard King @ Tuesday, 7th August 2007 @ 3:19 PM

You've probably heard of the formula "220-your age" for estimating maximum heart rate. Unfortunately, this formula is not very useful because it can be easily off by more than 20 beats on the high or low side. For me at age 54 this formula says my maximum heart rate should be 166, but I happen to know from more accurate tests that it's at least 25 beats higher than that. In books, on exercise machines, and on the walls of gyms, you'll often see charts of suggested e... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Mike Fletcher @ Tuesday, 7th August 2007 @ 12:18 PM

Water aerobics, also knows as aqua aerobics is a safe and effective way to stay in shape. This form of fitness training is great for nearly everyone. Water Aerobics appeals to a wide range of people and regardless of your fitness there is a water exercise class or routine that fits your needs. It is recommended to do water aerobics for many reasons. Water exercises can help you to lose weight, prevent weight gain, build lean muscle, lower blood sugar levels, and lower blood pressure and... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Kevin Sinclair @ Tuesday, 31st July 2007 @ 10:43 AM

High intensity training has become very popular recently. Many people who run for their aerobic exercise are finding out they can get better benefits in a shorter period. The workouts are shorter but they are definitely more intense. First, let's explain exactly what we mean by high intensity training. A regular running program might take forty-five minutes. There is a five minute warm up, followed by thirty-five minutes of running, followed by a five minute cool down. Now if ... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Scott White @ Tuesday, 3rd July 2007 @ 3:20 PM

Dancing is great aerobic workout that is not only fun, but also provides a great number of astounding health benefits. Dancing is an aerobic exercise consisting of different unique steps, that are choreographed to music. Depending upon the type of dancing, whether it is the waltz or the samba, the charleston or the merengue, will determine the type of steps taken to correctly complete the dance. Throughout history, dancing has been a way for people to interact without words to satisfy th... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Jude Wright @ Monday, 4th June 2007 @ 1:48 PM

Are you looking for a cardio workout that you can enjoy? Finding a workout that will keep you entertained is just a matter of knowing yourself. What do you like to do? Dance, swim or kick boxing? If you want a challenging workout that will get your heart pumping here are a few activities to get you started in the right direction: Swimming: Swimming is just about the best all-around exercise that you can do. Swim about 45 minutes, three times a week and you will see your body becoming tone... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Jim Brown @ Thursday, 31st May 2007 @ 2:07 AM

Jump rope activity is most often associated with child play. This can be done by an individual wherein the main goal is to jump over the rope and swing it over the head in repetitive motion. This can also be done by threes as they take turns with one jumping over the swinging rope and the other two players face each other, rope in between and swinging it in unison in a clockwise or counterclockwise motion. The game will stop if a player commits a mistake, reaches a desired amount or if he or she... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Stephen Morgan @ Friday, 20th April 2007 @ 12:56 PM

I remember the first day of training well. It had been an interesting experience (read euphemism for painful) as I limped into the shower afterwards. My feet were killing me, it was that simple. All the more worrying for me afterwards was that I was committed to driving round to pick up my girl friend and anxious to make a good impression I was sure the sight of me hobbling and limping up to the front door was going to go down extremely well! Add to the above physical pain the fac... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Allan Wilson @ Thursday, 12th April 2007 @ 6:45 PM

If your goal is to lose weight, you need to add some cardio to your TV watching. This next set of exercises will get your heart pumping. Jog In Place Jogging in place is about as simple as it gets. Make sure you have supportive shoes, and water nearby. If you're a beginner, start with jogging for 2 or 3 minutes, and increase it gradually each week. Jump Rope Go raid a toy box and visit a childhood favorite! Jumping rope is not only a great cardio exercise, but it... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Lorna Findlay @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 9:21 AM

In the course of a simple workout on a treadmill, it is amazing the number of things you can continue doing. You could watch TV, listen to music on your personal system, read books or even monitor your kids - all this while working out. Treadmills could be foldable or adjustable to fit your limited space in an apartment or room. The origin of the modern treadmill can be traced back to the manually operated machine used to grind grain by stepping on a lever. On the treadmill, take care to ... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Lorna Findlay @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 9:20 AM

Are health concerns bothering you this new year? Do you want to lose that extra ounce of fat? Are diets and regular exercises failing to do the trick? Make a resolution to embark on the purchase of the best fitness solution ever. Find the ideal home treadmill and obtain amazing results in a short course of time. Watch it work wonders for you. The various choices of treadmills to buy from are truly overwhelming. It is difficult really, if you are a first time buyer. So what exactly will yo... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Lorna Findlay @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 9:20 AM

There won't be many who would think that there are different types of treadmills in the market. The fact is that there actually exist different types of treadmills. Most of us are familiar with the home treadmill, which is by far the most popular treadmill. Then there is the commercial treadmill that you would find in most of the gyms. If you want to buy a treadmill, the best option would be getting a home treadmill. There are also different types of home treadmill. So, you can opt f... more...

Fitness » Aerobics | By Douglas Taylor @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 6:29 PM

So what should I considering when I am looking for what is the best mp3 player to use while exercising? In this article we will look at some of the different types of mp3 players that are suitable for using when exercising. However, one of the most important features that you should look for in a good mp3 player to use when doing any form of exercise is a small one. Even those with a memory of about 2gb can easily contain over 400 songs on them without you having to carry any extra weig... more...