Resistance is not Futile

We all know that to lose weight requires a combination of corrective eating & exercise but if only it was that simple.

Within both worlds of dieting and exercise there are literally countless alternatives and conflicting theories that most people struggling to lose weight often get confused, disheartened, and unfortunately, usually just give up trying to find an approach to follow.

Focusing on exercise, in most gyms today, you will no doubt find numerous pieces of cardio or aerobic apparatus - stationary cycles, recumbent cycles, treadmills, and different types of stationary stair climbing machines being the most common, and if you are brave enough to go into a gym on any given Monday,

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According to the McKinley Health Center at the University of Illinois Student Affairs, people who engage in regular, consistent aerobic, resistance, and flexibility exercises gain many benefits. Everyone responds differently to exercise. Even if participating in the same program, benefits may vary from person to person.

Exercise can improve flexibility, cardiovascular & cardiorespiratory function, immune system functioning, strength of muscles and tendons, skin tone (making it more elastic), sleep patterns, self-esteem, ability to relax, personal satisfaction & self-image, perceptions of acceptance by others, productivity, and overall quality of life.

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Cardiorespiratory fitness on the other hand is a condition by which the muscles of the body performs its work by circulating blood reaching the heart and thus supplements sufficient amount of oxygen through normalized breathing. It is also known as CR endurance or aerobic fitness.

This condition is required to sustain the regular utilization of large groups of muscles. It is also needed at elevated levels to allow constant and uninterrupted bodily functions. High levels would also permit a fast recovery from fatigue.

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Aerobic (also called cardiovascular exercise) exercise requires continuous, smooth, rhythmic movements that strengthen your heart and lungs. These types of movements work large muscle groups and force your body to breathe more deeply, increasing the transport of oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the muscles. This, in turn, pushes your body to burn more calories from fat.

AEROBIC EXERCISES:

Participating in aerobic exercises does not have to be a chore. It can be very enjoyable because there are so many choices available. Some examples of easy aerobic exercises are:

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New research discoveries show that the most effective form of exercise is high-intensity anaerobic exercise (as contrasted steady-paced low-intensity exercise like walking) is not your grandmother s walk around the block.

Researchers show we can unleash exercise-induced growth hormone release with 10 to 30 seconds of higher intensities of exercise. The most powerful body-fat-cutting, muscle-toning, anti-aging substance known in science, growth hormone, is produced by the body with this type of exercise.

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