Whats the perfect balance of exercise and strength training?
Osie Foster, Chicago George: The American College of Sports Medicine guidelines say a perfect week of exercise consists of something aerobic (say, 30 minutes of jogging or 45 minutes of walking) three times a week, and strength training (as simple as walking with a 2-pound weight) two or three times a week. Finally, you should stretch 10 to 15 minutes three times a week. My perfect week includes variety. These days I spend a lot of time on my recumbent bike. The next day I’m on the treadmill; the third day I go a few rounds on the punching bag and lift weights. I avoid heavy weights – to be able to do these workouts, I can’t get hurt. And I take a long walk almost daily (generally fast, but I take it easier on a very hard surface like concrete). With consistency, you’ll get the body you want. Don’t be in a rush. Go to top I hate to lift weights, though I need to do it. How can I make it more interesting? Brian Anderson, Jackson, Miss. Mia: The key to fitness over the long haul is to do
