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Post by JMentis on Jan 13, 2008 14:08:34 GMT -5
How much cardio if any is sufficient?
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Post by BigStew on Jan 19, 2008 21:38:59 GMT -5
I always do cardio in the offseason for 2 reason. First and Foremost the heart is the most improtant muscle of all without a strong and healthy heart life is not possible. Cardio (I only do low intensity both offseason and Pre contest) is the best way to exercise and strengthen your heart. So the First Reason is for heart healthy the second reason I always do cardio in the offseason is to Keep my appetite going. Naturally I dont get hungry all the time. Good with 3 big old meals but In the offseason if I dont do my cardio it is a struggle to get down 6-7 good sized meals a day. The food is neccessary to put on good size.
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Post by JMentis on Jan 22, 2008 10:10:27 GMT -5
I agree
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Post by BigStew on Jan 22, 2008 12:29:18 GMT -5
What is your favorite cardio machine if you have one Everyone hates the step mill but I love the thing. It is my favorite |
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Post by musclemom on Jan 26, 2008 23:57:50 GMT -5
I love the stepmill too! The elliptical (one with the arm "things") is my 2nd fav
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Post by JMentis on Jan 27, 2008 9:43:45 GMT -5
It was a pure love/hate relationship with that StepMill. I knew it worked but hated doing it. It kicked I disagree everytime!
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Post by meyer23 on Feb 8, 2008 19:32:16 GMT -5
i always do cardio no matter if it is on/off season....i like to do conditioning exercises and what not rather than machines...
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Post by buffycat3 on Feb 11, 2008 6:21:06 GMT -5
Asolutley I do cardio on or off! It's part of training the body.
It's the way of conditioning the heart....and a strong heart is the most important muscle to build.
My favorite machines are the Elliptical and Treadmill.
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Post by BigStew on Feb 13, 2008 13:53:28 GMT -5
i always do cardio no matter if it is on/off season....i like to do conditioning exercises and what not rather than machines... Do you do the same amount of cardio in the offseason as the Pre contest? What is your Favorite kind of Cardio |
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Post by BigStew on Feb 13, 2008 13:54:43 GMT -5
Asolutley I do cardio on or off! It's part of training the body. It's the way of conditioning the heart....and a strong heart is the most important muscle to build. My favorite machines are the Elliptical and Treadmill. Agreed Running or walking on the Tredmill and do you use an incline or just Flat |
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Post by bignick85 on Feb 14, 2008 0:33:21 GMT -5
i like the bike... to be honest i have no real good reason why i like it. I think it pertains to the fact that i dont fatique my arms like on the elliptical, and i get a better workout on the bike compared to a treadmill or stepper
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Post by BigStew on Feb 14, 2008 7:51:52 GMT -5
i like the bike... to be honest i have no real good reason why i like it. I think it pertains to the fact that i dont fatique my arms like on the elliptical, and i get a better workout on the bike compared to a treadmill or stepper That is a First. I have never heard anyone say they get a better workout on the bike than the Tredmill or stepper. Is it that you like it better or do you just feel it works better for you |
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Post by pmiller383 on Feb 14, 2008 10:42:03 GMT -5
I personally love doing medicine ball circuits for my cardio along with Treadmills. I usually do some throws and twist with the medicine ball that some jumps or other plyometrics for 30 secs on 1 minute off type thing. Just seems to be the most entertaining.
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Post by bignick85 on Feb 14, 2008 17:44:32 GMT -5
I think the bike works best for me....dont get me wrong, I do inclined treadmill (1/2 hour walks)allot as well
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Post by meyer23 on Feb 14, 2008 22:12:05 GMT -5
i always do cardio no matter if it is on/off season....i like to do conditioning exercises and what not rather than machines... Do you do the same amount of cardio in the offseason as the Pre contest? What is your Favorite kind of Cardio i really dont have pre-contest...but my favorite type is conditioning/complex stuff with multiple exercises(I.E. jump rope/pushups/db swings/burpees/etc.) |
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