Questions tagged [cardio]
Cardio is a shorthand term for aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise is comprised of activities that tend to improve the body's utilization of oxygen.
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Aerobic vs anaerobic for better fat loss
I've read in this forum about aerobic and anaerobic training but i can't get an answer for my particular situation.
I'm 35 years, male, 175cm , with 79kg, doing 3 or 4 exercises (2xrunning 5km/500 ...
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How can I get more “toned”?
Some background: I'm 6'1 and weigh approximately 152 lbs.
I want to be toned (muscular and cut). Not big, but I want my muscles to be showing even when I don't flex. I especially want a six pack.
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How can an overweight engineer get back in shape?
One year later - if anyone sees this note, just to say thanks. I now have 10% body fat, 85kg (started at 130!), and I run demi-marathons.
After reading a vast quantity of books and papers (about 60 ...
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Why does cardio/aerobic exercise lead to muscle loss?
Recently, I've been reading a lot about how cardio reduces muscle mass and strength.
The following is an excerpt from crossfit.com that seems to sum up what I've been reading:
Aerobic training ...
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What kind of cardio exercises can be performed without a gym or fitness equipment?
For a healthy heart, I've got myself into a habit of stopping by the gym after work and using the fitness equipment (treadmill, stair machine, etc.) or using the stationary bike I have at home.
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Should I consume protein shakes after team sport (cardio)?
I started to consume protein shakes (about 25g with milk and water) after hitting the gym to help me gain muscles. I also play flag football two times a week, where the training is more focused on ...
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Is there any scientific info about effects of air pollution during exercise?
In my city, some advocacy groups are raising awareness about the dangers of vehicle exhaust nearby parks and other places where people exercise.
However, we couldn't get to "the heart" of the body of ...
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Should I exercise when my muscles are aching?
I exercised for the first time in a long time yesterday. This is what I did:
500 jumping jacks at moderate pace
100 jumping jacks at fast pace
10 min of running in place at moderate pace
100 ...
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What can I do for cardio while I am on vacation with no equipment? [duplicate]
I started exercising and eating healthier 3 months ago and am really motivated and on a great schedule. I swim for 30 minutes 2-3 times a week, hike with elevation gain 2.2 miles 1-2 times a week (...
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How can I lose muscle mass in my quads and ham strings (thighs?)
I would really appreciate the help on how to lose muscle mass in the thigh area? Ever since I recovered from weight loss (40kg back up to 46kg, age 20, female, 1.66m), I started taking lysine and ...
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Can you effectively put on mass while being highly active/fit?
It's believed by some that too much fitness destroys muscle. How can one know that line? Some arguments point to long-distance runners/marathon runners as an example, which are not known to be the ...
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Cardio vs. Weight lifting. Which one is better for losing weight?
Cardio burns more calories during the exercise, but weight-lifting builds more muscle which in turn raises your RMR (Resting Metabolic Rate). I have a little over an hour to workout each day during ...
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Cold and fever after doing extensive cardio sport?
Every Sunday I do soccer in the morning for two hours where I run non stop and sweat extensively. After the sport I take a shower and take the bus home, but by the time I get home my dry and clean ...
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What is the best way to train at the gym for weight loss purposes?
I joined a gym 2 months ago, and have exercised almost daily.
In the first 2-3 weeks I went to the gym almost daily exercising for about 45 mins (treadmill, weights etc) but I realised this was not ...
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What's the most effective way to improve cardio endurance?
How can I build/improve my cardio as quickly and efficiently as possible? I am not interested in weight loss or burning calories, just in allowing me to run for longer amounts of time without taking ...
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What is the “kernel” for a 4 decade training program for physical fitness?
Almost all training programs or workout routines are focused on the very short term, e.g. 90 days, 12 weeks and similar.
My questions is about the "kernel" (key elements in a wide sense) for a ...
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Cardio before or after exercise? [duplicate]
I usually do a 10-20 mins Cardio (Treadmill/Elliptical/Cycling) before I go for the weights and other exercises. Is this a good practice? Would there be any advantages if I order my routine ...
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Mixing weight training and cardio/strength
I do several times a week strength and cardio training (Thai boxing, to be specific), but also try to mix in extra weight sessions to build up muscle mass.
Is it good or bad to mix these two? I've ...
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Does exercise REALLY increase the basal metabolism rate for any significant length of time after the exercise is over?
I am new to this site, but have read several questions and answers here that are related to this question and have found different contradictory answers. Some say that the only effect is that a ...
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How much cardio is advisable for an overweight person who is new to bodybuilding?
I am 26 years old and my height is 166 centimetre. I used to weigh about 184 pounds two years ago, as a result of which I joined a gym and started working out under the supervision of a trainer. My ...
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What is the “fat burning zone”?
We have all seen it on countless cardio machines and some may have questioned its validity. There is (nearly) always a mode/program you can select called some variation of "fat burning". This is ...
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What is my target training heart-rate?
What is my target training heart-rate?
I'm 32 M 184 lbs.
My Resting HR is 76.
My Maximum HR is 156.
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Should my running be aerobic or anaerobic?
I'm running every other day, and I run pretty hard. I'm looking for the best way to build endurance so that I can run for longer without wearing out, but I'm also liking the amount of calories that I'...
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What swimming technique is more effective for a cardio workout?
There are multiple technique out there, with the two I mainly use being breastroke and freestyle. Is there a difference between the two as far as their effectiveness in a cardio workout? Is there a ...
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Is it possible to gain muscle with cardio/aerobics?
I believe the best way to gain muscle is heavy weightlifting. I've done that before using a routine based mainly off of the Stronglifts program and I saw good results. However, until recently I was ...
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How many Burpees do I have to do per day to lose a lot of fat fast?
I hate exercise, I find it excruciatingly boring. But I am overweight and need to lose fat fast. The main reason why I find it boring is because it takes too long and I don't like doing a a variety of ...
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What are the best benefits of yoga (versus cardio and weight training)?
I currently do cardio and weight training, but my friend is trying to get me to take yoga. The biggest benefit seems to be flexibility. Are there any other big benefits to yoga versus these other ...
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Lots of phlegm while doing cardio workouts
EDIT: 12/2019
Since this question still occasionally gets hits:
In the years since I asked this question I found out that I have sleep apnea. I also learned about the effects of mouth breathing ...
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Home Gym: Is an elliptical trainer alone enough?
I own a gym quality elliptical at home I'm using mainly to do cardio for weight loss purposes. Should I be looking into adding other equipment to my home gym or other exercises to my routine in order ...
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What should I eat or drink before jogging?
I'm planning to run at least 5 times a week with the aim to lose weight and improve my overall health. Now I want to know how should prepare myself with regards to eating and drinking to get the most ...
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Is 10,10,10 as good as 30?
My problem: For aerobic exercise, my target heart rate is 120. I aim to exercise at that level for say 30 minutes per day.
Now, if I "walk as hard as possible" I only get to about 100, 105.
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Change my routine to use strength exercises that are also cardio exercises?
What are some exercises that use weights or focus on strength that will increase your heart rate somewhat in order to burn more calories while also building muscle mass?
One thing I thought of is ...
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Is combined strength and cardio training bad?
TL;DR: Is combining weights and cardio within the same exercise unwise or unproductive?
This video talks about cardio during weight training and describes how combining the two in a certain way can ...
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How much cardio to lose body fat fast and healthy
What are some good exercise programs to lose as much body fat possible in a short period of time, but still keeping it healthy. A treadmill and elliptical is available to me 24/7. I am 5'11" and ...
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How much time does it take to reduce belly fat?
I read lot of questions on reducing belly fat in this forum. I am also suffering from large fat around my abdomen. i have started exercise (weight training + cardio) and leading with healthy food ...
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Should i do cardio or weights first?
If in one gym session, I want to run (30-40 mins) and lift weights, is it better to run first or do the weights first. I have done a bunch of googling and keep reading conflicting answers so wanted ...
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Does duration or intensity or both affect how many calories are burned in a cardio workout.
Is there a relationship between heart-rate over time and calories burned, or is it just duration? What about a non-cardio workout?
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How to accurately work out calories burned on exercise bike
I am looking for a way to accurately workout how many calories I am burning on my bike. I have a standard bike mounted on a cycle exercising stand. At the moment, I have no way of working out ...
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Difference between cutting calories and cardio (with regard to fat loss)?
Whenever someone says they are looking to lose weight or burn fat, the universal answer seems to be diet+cardio. I myself am guilty of always recommending people get on a cardio program in addition to ...
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Should I take days off from working out - regardless of what my workout schedule is?
I'm currently working out where I alternate between cardio and weightlifting, and on my weightlifting days I alternate the body parts I target. Doing this I work out everyday, the idea being since I'...
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Carrying 10kg while doing cardio
I lost about 10kg.
At the beginning, i was able to burn more calories because of the extra 10kg.
If I carry a backpack of 10kg with me now while using elliptical cycle, will the burn rate be same ...
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Can fitness be “regained” like muscle can with muscle memory?
I've heard people say that, if you're seriously trained and take a small break, you may lose strength, but the ability to get it back is beyond that of a lesser trained individual. In other words, if ...
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Is it healthy to climb upstairs 9 storeys everyday?
My office is at the 9th floor. While everyone uses the elevator, I thought of using the stars instead.
Is it a healthy choice to climb up 9 storeys everyday with the following conditions?
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For how long can I stop doing cardio training before losing my endurance?
I've heard that being ill for a few weeks or so is enough for your endurance to drop drastically. Is this really true?
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Is increasing lung capacity a misnomer?
I have been under the impression that one cannot increase their total lung capacity, it's like the ratio of fast twitch to slow twitch fibers in your muscles, i.e. it is what you were born with. ...
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Running or climbing stairs that are enclosed, any risks?
I have started doing running stairs in the building I live in. There are 26 floors. However the stairs are enclosed with only a fire exit as a door (no windows). And only the 26th (penthouse/amenities)...
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What effect does restricted oxygen in cardio have on muscle damage & repair?
As we all know, cardio and strength training have completely different effects on your muscles, and your body's response to them. Strength training trains the body to make those big anaerobic muscle ...
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Will wearing thick clothes during cardio provide better weight loss results?
Is it true that i should wear thick clothes such as a hoody while doing cardio to sweat more? Or is it just water weight that gets put back on when you drink? I have heard both.
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How can I get some motivation for re-starting my workouts?
My name is Frederico Azevedo and I'm new here in stack exchange.
First of all, I'm sorry for my English. It is not my first language.
I am overweight and I really need to lose some weight, not just ...
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Burned only 225 cals in 25 minutes doing cardio. Is it less or adequate for a 5 feet 114 pound girl?
I did only cardio workout in the gym today:
10 mins incline walk at 5.8 kmph with incline 4 - 50 cals
8 min repeat of same incline walk - 50 cals
cross trainer at intensity 2 for 12 mins - 100 cals
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