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Aerobic exercise program
Developing a good aerobic exercise program is easy to do, and has numerous benefits. Following a regular aerobic exercise program will help you to feel more energised, look better, control your weight, sleep better, and even enjoy an improved sex life! So how do you achieve it?
There are a number of principles to follow when developing an aerobic exercise program: - Frequency: The general rule is that you need to work out at least three times per week to see good results. Of course, if you work out four times per week you will see positive results more quickly. Five times per week is the maximum recommended for most people.
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Duration: Each session should be between twenty and forty minutes. Longer sessions will have more effect, but there is a law of diminishing returns once you get over about forty five minutes.
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Intensity: Intensity is usually measured by heart rate. To get in shape and lose weight you should plan to work out at around 65% of your maximum heart rate.
Other factors to consider are how to avoid injuries, and how to avoid boredom. Both of these can be helped by varying the workout you do - for example, running one day, swimming the next - while stretching at the end of a session is proven to reduce the chance of injury.
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