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Aerobics – How Intensely Should You Work Out?

by Wayne Wargo (PenWay.org)

Below are three good rules to follow in determining how intense your aerobics work out should be. Many people may not understand or be aware of how to manage an aerobics work out session to best maximize their results. Intensity plays a very important part of any work out, so to get the most out of your aerobics, don’t overdo it. Aerobics are great for losing weight and staying healthy because they not only help in burning fat, but also strengthens your breathing and heart.

First, find that intensity that is your sweet spot. If you work out too intensely, you may injure yourself or will not see results. However, if you don't work out intensely enough, you will lose any weight or grow stronger. Therefore, you have to work with a program that has just the right intensity for your. When trying new exercises, try to make sure that they include enough weights or speed to make the work out hard, but not impossible. Remember also that you will need to re-work the intensity of your work out as your tolerance and endurance increases, so take a look at your routine every week or two and make necessary changes.

The second rule of intensity and your work out is to be safe. Over training is a huge problem because it puts you and those around you in danger. When you under train, you see no results, which may push you intensify. That's good, but too much and you'll be vomiting before the work out is over and possibly injuring yourself. If you are training properly, your muscles should be sore, but your joints should not. Never do an intense exercise in which you cannot control your form or breathing. Instead, take breaks and use lower weights or speed to get back on track. This method will help you get more out of your work out anyway. In any case, if you are injured during a work out, call for help immediately from those around you. It is a good idea to work out with a partner or to at least let someone know that you're working out in case anything happens to you.

Lastly, build intensity gradually rather than try to do everything in a short period of time. When you are beginning to exercise, running a marathon won’t be something you can do immediately. Building up slowly will help prevent injury, and it can also help you to not get frustrated. If you slowly build up your aerobics routine, you'll be able to find success more readily.

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