How Do You Get Maximum Benefit From Aerobic Exercise?
Most people know that they need to pump up their heart rates to obtain health benefits–therefore aerobic exercise has virtually become a normal part of any exercise program. Not only can aerobics improve cardiovascular health, it burns fat, increases your sense of well-being and is convenient to do without any (or very little) equipment. However, as a medical clinician, I frequently see my patients who are exercising “aerobically” not see any results from their effort. The most likely reason is that they do not understand how to perform aerobic exercise and to monitor if it is helping to achieve their fitness goals. This article will focus on the basics of aerobic exercise and how to calculate target and fat-burning heart rates. Understand that effective aerobic exercise needs to pump your heart to certain levels for at least 20 minutes (3 to 5 times a week). You need to know what your target and fat burning heart rates are and monitor them while you exercise. Calculate your maximum h
