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Marii
I have the option of buying a elliptical trainer or a exercise bike. I want to lose fat and burn more calories, which should I get? Please don't tell me to get a jump rope or go running, I don't have the option to as I get home late at night and would like the exercise in the comfort of my home :)
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When you say exercise bike, does that include Spinning bikes? Given the choice between an elliptical trainer and a Spinning bike, I would pick the bike. Elliptical trainers don't challenge your fitness levels like Spinning bikes. I've taken Spinning classes and they were brutal for those out of shape participants like me. Especially, hill climbs. But, when your heart rate shows improvement, you will feel it all over. With the right diet, you will be energized.
Loosing fat and burning more calories will come as a result of any fitness regiment, but to increase the cardio takes exercise like Spinning, swimming, and of course running. Get yourself a Spinning bike; a participation DVD with music; a heart monitor (important); water bottles; and good padded bike shorts. If you've never been on a Spinning bike, be prepared to find out just how many muscles you have on your backside and in between the cheeks. You will hurt for about two weeks. Then, it goes away. But, you can do Spinning sessions with a DVD at home in front of a TV. Roughly, an hour each time with stretching; warm-up; Spinning; slow down; and cool down.
Something else to consider...the Body For LIfe Program. Everyone I know who's tried it has shown great results after 12 weeks. It's a small commitment, but one worth the effort.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/29608-buy-indoor-spinning-bike/
http://bodyforlife.com/
When you say exercise bike, does that include Spinning bikes? Given the choice between an elliptical trainer and a Spinning bike, I would pick the bike. Elliptical trainers don't challenge your fitness levels like Spinning bikes. I've taken Spinning classes and they were brutal for those out of shape participants like me. Especially, hill climbs. But, when your heart rate shows improvement, you will feel it all over. With the right diet, you will be energized.
Loosing fat and burning more calories will come as a result of any fitness regiment, but to increase the cardio takes exercise like Spinning, swimming, and of course running. Get yourself a Spinning bike; a participation DVD with music; a heart monitor (important); water bottles; and good padded bike shorts. If you've never been on a Spinning bike, be prepared to find out just how many muscles you have on your backside and in between the cheeks. You will hurt for about two weeks. Then, it goes away. But, you can do Spinning sessions with a DVD at home in front of a TV. Roughly, an hour each time with stretching; warm-up; Spinning; slow down; and cool down.
Something else to consider...the Body For LIfe Program. Everyone I know who's tried it has shown great results after 12 weeks. It's a small commitment, but one worth the effort.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/29608-buy-indoor-spinning-bike/
http://bodyforlife.com/
If I do 50 push ups, 50 crunches, 50 squats a day, for a week, how fitter will I be?
Nicky
I'm currently a normal weight (143, 5'7") and I just want to get down maybe a few pounds and look a little better for my trip I am going on in a week. I will eat very healthy and how much of a difference will 50 squats, 50 push ups and 50 crunches a day make? will it be noticeable? any other tips on workouts i should do or eating tips? thanks a ton :)
Answer
I would try doing more core exercises and more pushups in addition to your 50's of each...
That will tone you up, but if that's all you wanna do then try like 3 or 4 sets of those! Plus, you need anywhere from 30-60min of cardio (I'd choose a spin bike if I were you).
Here's these:
http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ma2h6qfSP21rpoiwko1_500.jpg (Core Challenge)
http://www.livestrong.com/article/330798-leg-squats-without-weight/ (Squats)
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKoDbbRpQQHHAVnQWd_TcfkMQziGUg_qAZouKpEF9YzH0Sqy0yKyg3ScRgqV4gUxu1VYYRK4i9JkfUKkKgbQEkN5R-XUWTKU5EzqFewQLHQiDTHcvaHoZ96Bz_Ptx9890lc8EizUgwFvhx/s1600/screen-shot-2012-04-13-at-9-37-31-am.png (Bosu Ball squats)
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/cardio/no-treadmill/15-minute-fat-burning-cardio-workout/ (if you don't have time, this takes 15min)
Pick up a 17 Magazine, they have a section just for simple exercises and healthy eating habits.
PS: Stop eating gluten before you go cus gluten helps the fat layer in your body hold on to extra water, gives you the "puffy" look even if you're not. You'll see better results that way.
I would try doing more core exercises and more pushups in addition to your 50's of each...
That will tone you up, but if that's all you wanna do then try like 3 or 4 sets of those! Plus, you need anywhere from 30-60min of cardio (I'd choose a spin bike if I were you).
Here's these:
http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ma2h6qfSP21rpoiwko1_500.jpg (Core Challenge)
http://www.livestrong.com/article/330798-leg-squats-without-weight/ (Squats)
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKoDbbRpQQHHAVnQWd_TcfkMQziGUg_qAZouKpEF9YzH0Sqy0yKyg3ScRgqV4gUxu1VYYRK4i9JkfUKkKgbQEkN5R-XUWTKU5EzqFewQLHQiDTHcvaHoZ96Bz_Ptx9890lc8EizUgwFvhx/s1600/screen-shot-2012-04-13-at-9-37-31-am.png (Bosu Ball squats)
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/cardio/no-treadmill/15-minute-fat-burning-cardio-workout/ (if you don't have time, this takes 15min)
Pick up a 17 Magazine, they have a section just for simple exercises and healthy eating habits.
PS: Stop eating gluten before you go cus gluten helps the fat layer in your body hold on to extra water, gives you the "puffy" look even if you're not. You'll see better results that way.
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