Cardio is one good way to start a fitness routine. Whether it's dancing, running, or even using a jump rope, you can work your way to a better body one step at a time! Read on and discover ways to make your cardio workout even better than it already is.
1. Do warm ups and cool downs.
Stretch before and after an aerobics session to help minimize muscle soreness and injury. Pace yourself in order to give your strength and flexibility time to develop. While being in a class is motivating and tends to encourage you to do more than you would do alone, don’t overdo it. Remember that an aerobics class is no contest, and that too much bouncing to keep up with everyone can lead to injuries. Monitor your breathing.
2. Step up.
Find a sturdy box (minimum or four inches high) that you can step up and down on repeatedly. Or use the stairs. Intensify the workout by gradually using higher boxes.
3. Don’t look at your feet.
This motion can cause neck and/or back pains. Protect your lower back when standing by tucking in your pelvis to keep the lower back extended. When doing lunges, align knees over your ankles and avoid going farther forward. Never overextend knees and elbows.
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