also beneficial for weight loss.
Aerobic exercise is any activity that creates and utilizes greater oxygen demand by
moving primarily the large muscles of the body repeatedly and rhythmically at a
particular intensity beyond the usual activity of rest or relaxation. The best results
are achieved when aerobic exercise is performed consistently as part of a healthy
lifestyle. Examples of aerobic exercise are walking, jogging, running, swimming,
rowing, cycling, jumping rope, aerobics classes, and dancing.
Aerobic exercise may be performed outdoors almost anywhere. Fitness centers
and home gyms provide equipment such as treadmills, stair climbers, ellipiticals
and exercise bikes. Aerobic exercise can be as simple as going for
a walk.
Begin gradually in both time and frequency. To get started, select
an activity or a combination of activities and make a commitment
to participate a of two to four times a week for 20 to 60 minutes
the first two weeks. Work up to three, four, five or more days
per week depending on recovery, goals and the duration of the
workouts. Additional exercise in the form of resistance training is
recommended for a balanced exercise program. To aid in weight
loss, perform aerobic exercise for 20 to 40 minutes immediately
following 20 to 40 minutes of resistance training.
Healthy Body Weight
Maintaining a healthy body weight is primary in reducing the
risks and complications associated with poor health and scuba
diving. For many, being fit includes some aspect of weight loss.
Whether its five pounds or 70 pounds, divers can lose weight
permanently with a healthy and positive lifestyle modification
approach. Weight loss done well always includes a balanced
program of aerobic exercise, resistance training and just the right
amount and type of nutrition.
For more information about
healthy diving, contact
Gretchen at www.scubafit.com
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