Cardiovascular Workout

Group: General Diet & Nutrition

Created: 2011/12/31, Members: 399, Messages: 16719

With such a topic so broad we truly try to cover the basics from all angles in this group. Nothing too big or too small. Nutrition is as significant if not more as exercise is to reaching your goals so learn all you can.

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cassiecyprus Posts: 3 Joined: 2003/01/01	2003/01/01, 09:18 PM Help!!! I am beginning a new workout regimine on Monday and I was wondering if anyone had a good idea for a cardiovascular workout??? Would the EFX machine be good? I need some advice. Thank you!

DEBIDDO Posts: 2 Joined: 2002/12/31	2003/01/02, 02:17 AM Anything that get your heart level up is good... What every you pick make sure you can see your self doing it long enough to be effective. The 20 to 30 mins with your heart rate at 60 to 70 % of max feels like a long time you need to enjoy yourself while you do it. That will help keep you there and working out! -------------- Train hard live well (Big Dave)
dpking44 Posts: 470 Joined: 2002/08/07	2003/01/02, 11:07 AM Yes, 20 minutes of cardio as a minimum. Since you're just beginning a workout regiment, I agree with DEBIDDO that 60-70% of max heart rate is good and sustainable for starting out. Once you feel more in shape, working in the 75-85% range will be achievable and get your cardio in great shape. Good luck DP
rpacheco Posts: 3,770 Joined: 2001/12/13	2003/01/02, 11:10 AM There's also a good article on HIIT cardio in the Related Articles section. -------------- _Robert_ Pain is temporary; glory is forever!
cassiecyprus Posts: 3 Joined: 2003/01/01	2003/01/02, 10:14 PM Ok, thank you for all of the advice. But I have a few more detailed questions. How do I determine the 60 to 70 % of max? Also, when using the efx machine, any particular "setting" I should use? THank you for all the help...it means a lot!
dpking44 Posts: 470 Joined: 2002/08/07	2003/01/03, 08:30 AM The formula for determining heart rate is 220 - age = max heart rate. Then the percentages can be calculated from there using that max heart rate figure. For Example: 220-43=177. So, 177 * 80% = 141.6. This is a general formula and isn't as accurate for those that are in good shape. However, for those that are starting out, this is a good tool. Good luck
joeint Posts: 14 Joined: 2002/10/26	2003/01/04, 01:42 PM This is a good place to look for info about heart rate training http://www.heartzone.com/index.shtml -------------- Joe I
zoereynolds01 Posts: 9 Joined: 2004/07/02	2004/07/03, 06:43 AM hello , i am 15 and 5"1 and weigh 11 stone , i want to do everything i can to lose wieght and i have my will power giht up now and i am willing to do lots of excersise but i dont know what to do , when or how often , i dont even know an example of a cardiovascular excersise.. PLEASE help me p.s please dont reply with all that stuff about being too yound , i need help!
kaiaw Posts: 79 Joined: 2004/05/12	2004/07/03, 01:28 PM zoe- please fill out your profile a little more so that we know more about you, so that we can better help you.
the_cupcake Posts: 348 Joined: 2004/06/16	2004/07/04, 05:07 AM ya know, this may sound extremely dumb, but...what the heck is 11 stone? I know it's a type of weight or something, but..I get punds and kilos, tonnages, ounces. but what...the heck..is a stone?? Help..I think I'm losing my brain cells...:surprised: ============ Quoting from zoereynolds01: hello , i am 15 and 5"1 and weigh 11 stone , i want to do everything i can to lose wieght and i have my will power giht up now and i am willing to do lots of excersise but i dont know what to do , when or how often , i dont even know an example of a cardiovascular excersise.. PLEASE help me p.s please dont reply with all that stuff about being too yound , i need help! ============= -------------- The best victories are won not by adversity and brute force. Learn the enemy and overcome it. -cupcake-
zoereynolds01 Posts: 9 Joined: 2004/07/02	2004/07/04, 01:21 PM sorry , its filled in more now , well you get 13 pounds in a stone so i must be almost 150 pounds thankyou for your replies!!
erica92 Posts: 1 Joined: 2006/05/27	2006/05/29, 10:01 AM would doing a tredmill be a good cardiovascular workout
asimmer Posts: 8,201 Joined: 2003/01/07	2006/05/30, 09:53 AM yes. vary the speed and incline to keep your heart rate up. -------------- You don't drown by falling in the water. You drown by staying there.
pucca111990 Posts: 2 Joined: 2007/10/22	2007/10/28, 06:40 PM i think i will run every morning about from haft to an hour for my cardiovascular fitness
ecle5c Posts: 1,312 Joined: 2003/07/10	2007/10/29, 08:53 AM Running, swimming, basketball, bike riding, hiking, jogging, jumping rope, really any sport that you can think of.
charlierob Posts: 1 Joined: 2008/10/12	2008/10/12, 05:08 PM Hey everyone, im new to this site, i have been struggling to lose weight for years, is there anyone that can give me any success story to spur me on? Ive recently had a back operation and im trying to run again but im finding it so hard, can anyone help me?
jjtippymama Posts: 1 Joined: 2008/10/13	2008/10/13, 11:52 PM :big_smile:hi I really want to know if it is easier to workout at home in private or at a gym if you are a bit over weight?