Category Archives: Cardio Exercise

High Intensity Cardio

I’ve discussed high intensity exercise previously but want to expand on it. One of the absolute most effective forms of high intensity training to really reduce the body fat and bring out some serious muscular definition is engaging in wind … Continue reading

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Cardio Exercise And Training Benefits That You Should Know

Cardio exercise and training cover a wide range of activities that allow the use of major muscle groups in the body in a continuous manner. But most importantly, the very aim of cardiovascular exercise and training is mainly to improve … Continue reading

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Burning Fat in the Aerobic Zone

Aerobic training is the only form of exercise where you use two sources of energy: carbs (blood glucose) and fat. The Surgeon General advises us that, to be healthy, we need to exercise at least three to four times a … Continue reading

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Does Walking for Exercise Have Any Effect at All?

Question: I walk – that’s it. I walk 4 times a week for 20 minutes. Is this doing me any good? Answer: Of course it is! Any kind of sustained physical activity will do you good. Obviously your getting more … Continue reading

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How Long Should Your Exercise Workouts Last?

Workout Time Depends on Intensity Higher intensity activities require less time spent. Lower intensity activities require more time spent. Light-Intensity Activities: Walking slowly Golf, powered cart Swimming, slow treading Gardening or pruning Bicycling, very light effort Dusting or vacuuming Conditioning … Continue reading

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