Weight Training and Cardiovascular Activity tips Weights: -Use as much weight as you can control -Use more weight and less repetitions to increase muscle mass -Use less weight and more repetitions to increase muscle tone -Isolate the targeted muscle group when lifting -Stop the exercise when you are no longer lifting with the proper form. -Increase the amount of weight you are lifting slowly by 2.5-5 pounds every other week (after consecutive training) -Lift weights for up to 2 seconds and down slowly for 4 seconds Cardiovascular -For maximum benefits exercise between 150 minutes to 300 minutes a week. -You are at a moderate intensity level if you can carry on a conversation comfortably while exercising. -Effective cardio exercise include walking, jogging, running, swimming, and biking. -To better manage your time, split up your workouts into 10-15 minute increments throughout the day -All info provided by SelectHealth
Posted on: Wed, 31 Jul 2013 18:49:36 +0000
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