Aerobic Exercise is an Important Part of Any Workout Routine
Walking, jogging, bicycling, swimming and dancing are all examples of aerobic exercise which can improve endurance and burn calories. To be successful, aerobic activity should be done for an extended period of time at a slow to moderate pace. The secret is to get your heart rate up to a quick pace and then keep it there.
Whatever aerobic activity you choose it is important that you get your heart rate into the target zone for the duration of the activity. Target zones will vary depending on your age; for example, the target heart rate for a 35 year old is 93 to 138 beats per minute. It is important to keep the activity intense enough to be above 93 beats per minute but not too intense that your heart is beating over 138 times per minute. To calculate your heart rate take your pulse for a 15 second period and multiply the number of beats by 4. When you start your workout routine; aim for the lower number in your target range and then work your way up. Read more…
