Aerobics
Aerobics
Aerobics means “with oxygen” referring to the use of oxygen
when muscles generate energy during moderate-intensity physical activity. Different
types of aerobics include swimming, cycling, jogging, walking, football, soccer,
dancing and many others. Aerobics is a great way to get up, get out and get
physical and it comes with many great benefits such as:
• Weight loss
• Healthier
arteries
• Strong heart
• Reduced risk of
coronary heart disease
• Improved mood
• Sharper mind
When first starting out one should warm-up before any activity
to avoid injury. Warm-ups you can do are stretching different muscles or
walking before beginning a jog. If you are unsure on what warm-ups you can do you can see this video about stretches and warm-ups for beginners. After the warm up do the aerobic exercise that
is fun and right for you. If you are not
a big fan of swimming then do not pick swimming for your exercise. You will be discouraged
easily and probably stop exercising all-together. If you like to cycle then
start with that exercise. Not only will you enjoy it but time will pass by
quickly.
It is recommended that an adult get at least 150 minutes of
moderate-intensity physical activity. That can be done in 30 minutes, five
times a week. So if you love cycling, for example, those 30 minutes will pass
by very quickly. In the very beginning however, depending on your stamina
level, one should start with about 10 minutes and work their way up to 30
minutes. If your stamina level is low and you are starting with 10 minutes a
day do not try trying to complete the 150 minutes a week. Start off small, once
you gain enough stamina then make the 150 minutes your main goal.
After your desired aerobics exercise one should do cool down exercise.
Examples of cool down exercises are the same as warm-ups, stretching different
muscles or doing a brisk walk. Cool down exercises help your body transition
from working hard to resting. It also helps to reduce strain on your heart
muscles going from exerting itself to going back to normal, prevents dizziness
and helps your legs feel better after a jog. One last piece of advice… remember
to stay hydrated and do not drink water immediately after a strenuous exercise.
Please wait about 30 minutes before drinking water. If you would like to know all the reasons for not drinking water after a workout in this article.
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