The Exercises You “Used to” Have to Do
No More Interval Training
To understand what interval training consists of, it is where you perform an activity with high intensity for a short period
, and then you reduce the intensity for the remainder of the time.
A prime example of interval training is if you were running around a track. For the first lap you would run as fast as you can, and then the remaining three laps you would reduce this to a light-speed jog.
If you are not running around a track, you can follow the jog for three minutes and then push yourself for the next minute. This can be repeated to take you to a period of thirty minutes, which is the recommended minimum exercise period per day.
Say Goodbye to Cardio Machines and Other Contraptions:
See You Later Treadmills
– These are used to keep your heart rate up. A pace that is fast enough and pushes you to keep you sweating.
Bye-Bye Elliptical Trainer
– These simulate the effects of skiing and give the whole body a workout. They are slightly behind a treadmill in the burning calorie stakes.
No More Stationary Bike
– These are like cardio machines because you can push yourself and keep those calories tumbling. The harder you push yourself, the harder the resistance.
No Need for Cross-Training
This is where several modes of exercise are used to develop a certain level of fitness. The types of training would vary between gyms, yet they have many benefits.
One Exercise You Can Do to Help the Cause
Bike riding for pleasure is great to help burn fat and boost metabolism. It works the entire body at the same time, and can be added to help shift the pounds. But, you don’t need to do it for hours on end. 15 to 20 minutes a day is awesome!