What if I were to tell you that most if not all of the cardiovascular exercise you do was worthless? Well, guess what over 50% of the people who perform cardio in an attempt to burn fat are wasting their time hours and hours of it! Are you one of them?

Before you call me crazy, let me explain. I m not saying that cardiovascular exercise can t or doesn t burn fat; it s just that most people are not performing the right type of cardio workouts. Before I get into the details, let me first cover some of the basics.

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Cardiovascular exercise, also called cardiorespiratory exercise and aerobic exercise, has been shown to have a number of health benefits when performed on a regular basis. These benefits may be realized by both those who are apparently healthy and those who suffer from various health problems.

Cardiovascular fitness promotes the loss of body fat and has been reported to actually decrease the appetite in many individuals. However, even if it doesn’t reduce appetite, the calorie-burning effects of regular aerobic exercise can allow for substantial caloric intake. Many endurance athletes regularly consume between 3,000-5,000 calories per day and remain extremely lean. Cardiovascular training, when combined with a sensible diet, will definitely promote an increase in lean body

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There s a common fallacy that golf is a non-exercise sport. Sure, you say, there s a bit of walking, but if you re riding in a cart and just swinging a little club around, how much exercise is that, really?

You d be surprised. Golf has many health benefits that benefit young as well as old, men and women alike. It s one of the most popular sports in America today, and our population is likely a bit healthier for it.

The health benefits of golf are numerous:

*Cardiovascular fitness. If you walk a golf course, you derive all the benefits of walking, along with the extra benefits of golf. If you walk your

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The best cardio exercises are something you enjoy so you’ll stick to it to get the maximum benefits. You may be surprised at how quickly this form of physical activity becomes a habit you enjoy.

Exercise and cardiovascular fitness exercises are great for your health but the best cardio exercises get you to your ideal target heart rate as you exercise.

To test your heart rate while exercising place your thumb on the underside of your wrist to locate your pulse. Count the heart beats for fifteen seconds and multiply that number times four.

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Ever since their introduction on the fitness scene several years ago, elliptical exercise machines have become increasing more popular and sophisticated. Estimates indicate that over six million people now prefer elliptical machines as their choice for home exercise equipment. The main reason elliptical exercise machines have become so popular is that they provide a low impact, total body workout that is challenging enough for serious athletes but safe enough for beginners and even expectant mothers. And when it comes to cardiovascular workouts, elliptical machines are tough to beat.

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