Here are some of my favorite cardio workouts to do with the speedbag model.

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Hello Everyone! I know it has been a little while since I have written anything and I do apologize. Here at Nebraska Kettlebell, we have been very busy getting orientations and classes started up. It has been a tremendous start! We owe it all to our members having trust in us to deliver the results that they desire.

For those of you who are currently going to a gym and working out, but not getting the results you desire, here is a little breakdown of the advantages of being a member of Nebraska Kettlebell over going to a “traditional” gym setting.

1) Equipment

Traditional Gym – Machines, benches, cardio equipment and dumbbells make up the majority of the equipment here. The only problem is why in the world would I have someone who is already seated all day long, get in their car and drive to the gym only to sit down and perform exercises on a machine or bench? As Americans we have become very uncoordinated due to this very fact (the sitting and the training seated). When we exercise we should be practicing MOVEMENT, then when the time arrives that we need to have the proper coordination to perform a movement (example: shoveling snow, picking up a heavy object, slipping on ice, playing sports) we do it so in a way that is functional not dysfuntional.

Nebraska Kettlebell – NO machines, no cardio equipment. Body weight exercises, kettlebells, ropes and TRX. All of this equipment works on proper coordination. Getting you moving correctly, so you do so when you need to. You will also notice that those aches and pains you thought you just had to deal with will improve as well because you are re-teaching your body proper movement. Remember our motto:

MOVE BETTER, FEEL BETTER, LOOK BETTER.

2) Instruction

Traditional Gym – NONE or you have to pay extra for a personal trainer

Nebraska Kettlebell – Our first priority is on technique and there will never ever be more than a 10 to 1 participant to instructor ratio. This allows us to make sure your technique is on target. Remember its not about the kettlebell, its about proper movement. All our equipment just helps us to reinforce the proper movement skills. Plus, when technique is at its best you greatly diminish your chances of suffering from an injury, as a matter of fact, you will become more injury prone in other activities. Our cost is way less per session than hiring a personal trainer.

3) Atmosphere

Traditional Gym – Little stuffy at times, have to wait for your favorite machine for someone who is going to sweat all over it, sometimes a little intimidating, crowded.

Nebraska Kettlebell – We have a 15 person maximum for classes, so no stuffiness or crowd. Everyone works together in a team like atmosphere. We find that this team like atmosphere brings out the best in our members. Everyone supports one another and this helps atmosphere allows our members to work harder than they ever expected. Much better than working out on your own.

4) Programming

Traditional Gym – You may do the same weights and reps each time you come in that they may have given you when you did your first complimentary training session or you just do what comes to mind when you walk in through the door

Nebraska Kettlebell – First, all members are required to perform a functional movement screen during their orientation, this allows us to develop an individualized warm up and cool down to allow you to workout at your best, and also allows us to understand how are members move and what skills we need to develop throughout their progression. All workouts are then developed with our members in hand. Everyone works at their own pace and will perform the exercises that allows them to succeed in the proper progression.

5) Time

Traditional Gym – You spend 30-60minutes performing strength training then try and find a spot on a cardio machine to get your 30-60 minutes of cardio. Who has the time for this? Also, how bored are you?

Nebraska Kettlebell – Our workouts are designed to be 40-50 minutes long that include a warm up and a cool down. We promise you that you will get the workout you want in half the time. Also the 45 minute workout has you paying close attention to your technique and you will get the most out of your body. With long cardio and/or strength sessions your mind can tend to wander and that is when technique fails.

6) Results

Traditional Gym – Are you getting the results that you want? If you are then terrific! Keep doing what you are doing. If you are not, then isn’t it time for a change?

Nebraska Kettlebell – The American Council on Exercise just published a study that shows that kettlebell exercises like the swing can produce your body to burn calories at a rate of up to 20 calories per minute! That is like trying to run a 6 minute mile pace on the treadmill. This type of training will get you the results that you want. Whether it is weight loss, sports performance, or pre and post rehabilitation you will get the results you desire!

IF you are interested in learning more about what we here at Nebraska Kettlebell have to offer. Sign up for a kettlebell orientation. With that orientation you get a functional movement screen and 2 weeks of bootcamp at no charge. At the end of the 2 weeks you will recieve a workbook that has the following (we call it your “Strategy for Success”):

• outline of the functional movement screen
• your functional movement screen and what it is telling us
• corrective guidelines to work on any imbalances that may exist
• exercise handouts of those corrective exercises
• exercise handouts of the foundational kettlebell exercises for you to practice at home
• nutritional information from PRECISION NUTRITION.

What do you have to lose? Give us a shot and if you decide that Nebraska Kettlebell does not provide you an exhilarating workout and will put you on the right track to your goals then you are not out any money and you also leave with an understanding of how your body moves and a plan to get you moving better.

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Over the weekend, a friend and i read a list of “75 Things a Man Should Be Able To Do,” most of which I found myself agreeing with. And of course, because I am a girl who loves lists, my next step was to find an equivalent mandate for women. I did find a few – but none that I truly liked, “clicked with,” so here’s my take on it. 75 things a woman should be able to do. (Some of these are my own concoctions, some were suggestions from friends, and some were taken/tweaked from other lists I found around the internets.) As with the list for men, this is something of a process, something to aspire to.

A woman should be able to:

1. Be confident without makeup. I love make-up as much as the next Cindi Lauper wanna-be, so don’t misunderstand me here: I’m not saying women shouldn’t wear makeup. I’m saying that if, for whatever reason, you find you have to go without it, you should stand tall. And don’t apologize for not wearing it. It’s your face – not a crime.

2. Cook a balanced meal – one that involves the stove or oven, not the microwave. I know some women will take umbrage at this, but hear me out. Cooking well doesn’t mean you’re someone else’s domestic, and it doesn’t mean you’ve back-slidden against women’s lib. It means you love your existence enough to feed it well.

3. Be a buddy. Be the kind of person who can enjoy the game, watch an action movie, or go along on a trip to REI — the kind of person who can do things she doesn’t love for the sake of the people she does.

4. Hold an infant. Not because it’s maternal, because it’s human. Holding a baby will not magically make you want to have children and put all other life goals on hold. The baby is the impressionable one.

5. Know her way around a gym. Know how to use a few of the weight and cardio machines. As we get older, our bodies rely more and more on weight-bearing exercise. On the off-chance you ever find yourself in a place where you can’t go jogging (Boston in the winter, anyone?), you shouldn’t be intimidated at a gym.

6. Say no – convincingly. Firm doesn’t mean you’re being mean. It means you’re being genuine. Passivity has no place these days.

7. Understand how her car works. You don’t need to know every detail, and you don’t need to be able to fix it yourself (though that’s a great bonus), but if you have a car, you should understand roughly what’s going on with it.

8. Understand how her computer works. Same principle as the car. It’s something that belongs to you, it’s a part of your life; there is no good reason not to understand how to use it and keep it running well.

9. Decorate a room. Color schemes, fabrics, paint, etc. Look in magazines and online for ideas – once you start, it’s a lot easier than you might think.

10. Not talk during movies. Just watch. The thing was made to be understood – everything will be explained. If it isn’t by the end, then ask questions.

11. Be an informed voter. Know about more than just the media’s sensational cover stories. Know which issues matter to you, know who supports them, and know why you support who you support. If you can’t do that, don’t vote and don’t complain that this country is run by men.

12. Know who her congressman, governor, and the president are. Even if you aren’t into the political scene, and you’re happy with pearls and a vacuum, there’s no reason to be ignorant.

13. Go out alone. Whether it be to the movies, to dinner, or just for a walk downtown.

14. Walk in heels. Even if you are “against” them, or if you never want to wear them. They’re perceived as sophisticated and feminine, and if you ever find yourself standing in front of a pair, you shouldn’t be intimidated.

15. Walk past a mirror without looking. Checking before you leave home is a must, and occasional glances throughout the day are fine, but every tinted window or mirror you pass — it’s a bit much.

16. Dress appropriately. Dress with the following in mind, in this order: your age, the setting/crowd, the weather/environment.

17. Read a map.

18. Clean a bathroom. You have one, I guarantee it.

19. Interact with children. The “I don’t deal well with kids” line is getting old. Learn how. They’re people, too.

20. Handle silence. Most of the women I know claim this: “I don’t mind silence, but I talk because I’m afraid the other people do.” They don’t. All silence isn’t awkward; just let it be.

21. Keep a conversation going. But sometimes, talking is necessary, and silence then can be just as awkward as bad small talk. Know the kinds of questions to ask, the kinds of open answers to give, and the kinds of topics to avoid.

22. Sew a button. This seems to be on everyone’s list, and I have to agree. If you’re old enough to vote, drink and rent a car, you’re old enough to not make Mom sew on buttons for you.

23. Assemble “some assembly required” furniture. It’s not rocket science. It has a manual.

24. Not offer advice. Sometimes what people really need is just to be listened to and hugged.

25. Offer good advice. But if you have to offer advice, make sure it’s tried and true. If you don’t have any of that, see #24.

26. Prepare a 1040-EZ tax form. It’s called EZ for a reason.

27. Compensate for her weak points. A friend of mine has the sense of direction of a piece of lettuce, but she knows it. So she never leaves home without writing down clear directions, a phone number to call in case she needs to, and a map (and, now, her GPS). Yes, it’d be nice if we could correct and eliminate our weak points, but I give tons of props to this friend for knowing how to get by in spite of hers.

28. Tie a man’s tie. It’s just cute, and you know it.

29. Dress up. Know what kind of event you’re going to, what kind of dress is required, and the make-up, shoes and jewelry needed for the occasion. On the one hand, when you feel good, you look good. On the other hand, when you look great, it’s hard not to feel great. Let yourself turn a head or two.

30. Support something. Within your financial and time constraints, there should be one thing that you care strongly about and keep yourself educated about. It could be your kids’ schools, your local police, UNICEF, whatever. Find something that matters to you.

31. Say “thank you.” When someone holds a door open for you, when your assistant brings you your messages, when your husband gives cooking dinner his best shot. If you can’t say thank you for this sort of thing, your sense of entitlement might be misguided.

32. Price things. As in, understand what you buy. Pay for value, pay for name, pay for whatever matters to you – but understand where the price you are paying fits in with the price of other items.

33. Know her tools. Philip’s head vs. flat-head. Wrench vs. ratchet. Hammer vs. nail.

34. Understand various types of loans, your interest rates, and your credit score. Most Americans are in some kind of debt, so even if you aren’t currently, you probably will be one day. Know what you’re up against.

35. Know when to not talk about herself. Key moments for this include while someone is crying about him/herself, while someone is relishing in a personal triumph, and during the big game.

36. Cry. Maybe not in public, and maybe not in front of just anybody, but don’t be the kind of person who doesn’t recognize sadness in a proper place.

37. Be happy for someone else. Especially someone who’s younger, prettier and happier than you. It’s your own jealousy and bad attitude that’s keeping you in second place.

38. Play poker. Keep a straight face. No. Matter. What.

39. Talk to the new kid. They’re more uncomfortable than you are, and they would love a friend right now. Go up, introduce yourself, and start a conversation.

40. Keep a secret. And by that I mean a secret that isn’t yours.

41. Buy a car (at least know how). Know the market, know what you need, know what you want, and know what you can afford.

42. Calculate the tip. Take the total and move the decimal over one to the left. 10%. double that. 20%. Tip.

43. Defend herself, or be ready to scream like all-get out. Recently, a woman in my neighborhood was attacked from behind and the guy threw a thin wire around her neck. She ducked and shoved him off, and he ran away — it’s like the mere threat of resistance was enough.

44. Be able to recognize and discuss at least three classic pieces of art, music and literature. If you don’t know where to start, start googling: Monet, Rembrandt, Picasso; Mozart, Beethoven, Handel; Homer, Shakespeare, Twain. Jane Austen doesn’t count unless you’ve read the books.

45. Confront someone when necessary. Whether it be firing someone, telling someone they’ve made you uncomfortable, or asking for the right change, find your voice.

46. Know where north is. Because there’s always that one pretentious guy who gives directions like: “east on Main Street, north on Second.”

47. Plan a party. It may seem like an outdated point, and maybe you hate the stereotype, but the truth is, people remember whether or not a woman does this well.

48. Hail a cab.

49. Change a tire.

50. Drive a stick-shift.

51. Lose gracefully. There’s no need for pouting, self-justifying, or qualifying your opponent’s win. Just smile, hold out your hand, and say “good job.”

52. Win gracefully. Perhaps even more important than losing well is winning well. There’s no need for gloating, self-aggrandizing or highlighting your opponent’s weaknesses. Just smile, hold out your hand, and say “good game.” And mean it.

53. Let a man help her. You are liberated, strong and free. If letting a man help you with something changes your mind about that, you aren’t as free as you think. He’s probably stronger physically, possibly taller, and four hands are better than two. Get over it.

54. Barbecue. Set up the grill – coals, propane and all – and cook the meat.

55. Kill a bug (or carry/brush it outside). Yes, some insects are more intimidating than others, but none of them are bigger than you and the bottom of your shoe.

56. Change her mind. You don’t want to be flaky, sure, but you should be able to recognize when your first choice wasn’t your best one, and be comfortable adjusting your opinion/plan/idea/choice accordingly without being defensive. There is no shame in saying “I use to think X, but now I think Y.”

57. Get a job. Even if you don’t need to work, you should still be able to — you should have an employable ability, resume/CV, and the interview skills needed to get a job. You just never know.

58. Tell the truth kindly. Being honest doesn’t mean you have to be brutal. And being nice doesn’t mean you have to lie.

59. Stand up for her friends. They are as flawed, erroneous and complicated as you are. But they are your friends, the people counting on you to have their back when no one else does.

60. Give a massage.

61. Do minor household repairs. Fix the toilet, change a light bulb, reset the breaker, light the pilot light.

62. Iron a dress shirt. No, it’s not terribly fun. That doesn’t make it any less crucial.

63. Know her surroundings. Particularly when walking alone – know where you are and where other people are in relation to you.

64. Remove a stain. Know if you need hot water (most things) or cold water (tomatoes, blood); soap (grease), rubbing alcohol (ink), bleach, or something else.

65. Bargain. Whether it be asking for a discount on a piece of clothing with a slight flaw or negotiating salary for a new job, don’t flinch.

66. Relinquish the center of attention. Practice steering the limelight away from yourself, even in your own mind.

67. Resist temptation (or at least surrender on her own terms). Know the difference between need and want – especially when you’re spending money.

68. RSVP. If the host cares enough to invite you, you should care enough to let them know whether or not you’re coming.

69. Let go gracefully. Sometimes it seems like women are hardwired to be clingy. But sometimes (not always, of course) there comes a time when you just need to let go – of your point, of your feelings, of a person, of a thing, and so on. Sometimes you save one thing by letting go of another at the right moment.

70. Perform CPR.

71. Bake one dessert really well. For potlucks, house parties, or nights in. Find something you like and something a little special (something everyone doesn’t eat all the time). A box of brownies, for example, does not count. Blackberry cobbler does.

72. Take a compliment. Yes, they meant it. No, they do not need you to enlighten them about the true situation. Your response is simple: “Thank you” and a warm smile.

73. Give a compliment. “Well done” or “That’s a really nice ____,” are viable options. You haven’t lost any of your power by admitting that someone else did something right or has something nice.

74. Talk with kings. Okay, that’s a little melodramatic, but the root is good. Be able to converse with people in positions higher than yours with confidence, poise, and dignity — regardless of your status. Few things make you more attractive than the mastery of this.

75. Talk with laymen. They aren’t beneath you, and they’re probably as smart as you are. But even if they aren’t, they don’t deserve a snub, and they don’t deserve to be patronized. Converse with them as with your equals. Mastery of this is one of the few things more attractive than the mastery of talking with kings.

Exercises for fitness level N1
Exercise Fitness level N1 is where people who have not done any real exercise in their lives belong and they should start exercising for their health’s sake.
Fitness test perhaps one of the downside of technology is that it leaves us no space to move around much. Fitness test that can be done with our bare hands can now be finished in just a click. Fitness test washing machines, dishwashers, remote controls, elevators and other technological innovations have made us almost immobile. Fitness test everyday chores have been left to the care of machines and we are left without exercise. Fitness test are, in fact, people who have no experience of exercise and we categorize them under exercise fitness level N1.
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Before people to exercise fitness level N1 should perform any kind of exercise, they should make sure that they consult with their doctors first especially if they are 35 years and above. Fitness test people who have health problems should also consult with their doctors as minor strains from exercises to be performed could complicate their conditions.
There are exercises programs that are fit for exercise fitness level N1 people are often cardiovascular or aerobic exercises. Fitness test doing exercises warm-ups and cool-downs are important regardless of how long you have been exercising. Fitness test prevent accidents that may injure the body. Fitness test warm-ups can be done for 5-10 minutes. Fitness test other people who have no real experience exercising could say that they are too busy to exercise so the best way to start is exercise for 20-30 minutes three times a week. Fitness test if 30 minutes will take too much of your time then you can peg it at 20 but no less.
Fitness test is better to work slowly and gradually increase the strain of exercise for those belonging to exercise fitness level N1 because the body should recover from the pain that it will experience with the exercise that you will be doing. Fitness test when you want to lose weight in order to be physically fit, have a target zone and concentrate on when doing cardiovascular exercise. You can work on your target zone for 20 minutes. Fitness test is also recommended by experts that beginners should do strength training to develop muscular strength and endurance. Fitness test would include push-ups, sit-ups, calisthenics and weight training. You can also lift hand weights; work on weight machines or use rubber bands or tubing. Of course the most popular form of cardiovascular exercise that can be done by beginners would include brisk walking, jogging, swimming, cycling, rope-jumping, rowing, cross-country skiing, and some continuous action games like tennis or badminton.
Fitness test after doing your exercises, please do not forget to cool down. Cooling down will help reduce muscle pains and will help you avoid muscular injuries. Fitness test you can cool down by stretching combined with low-level exercise and slow-walking. Fitness test just like warming-up, cooling down can be done in 5-10 minutes after performing your 20-minute cardio-vascular exercise.
Physical fitness test in the age of today, obesity struck many kids and teenagers alike. Due to the fact that there is no constant activity done by kids and teenagers, with this present situation, one should ask Why is physical fitness test important for teens. Physical fitness test need to start by redefining the word fitness. In general, physical fitness test is defined as the peak functioning or performance of muscles, lungs, and the heart of a person. Physical fitness test is determined through the persons flexibility, muscle strength, cardio respiratory endurance, and body composition or the degree of fatness. Physical fitness test in order to achieve physical fitness test then, we need to develop these four fitness components. Since Physical fitness test is not focused on merely muscle strength or endurance, the best exercise to do then is an Aerobic exercise since it addresses all the major components. Physical fitness test several daily activities or sports are considered aerobic as long as it is done for twenty to twenty-five minutes without stopping. Physical fitness test include bicycling, dancing, walking, swimming, aerobic classes, jumping rope, roller skating, soccer, and many more. Physical fitness test some of the best activities one can do since it increases the heart rate and makes one breath harder due to the continuous nature of the physical activity.

Physical fitness test modern living entails high-tech equipments to stay fit. There are very few people who would actually look up ways on how to be fit naturally because most of the time people who become very conscious of their health are those who live in the urban areas. Physical fitness test city life is characterized by a stressful environment and stressful life. A person living in the city will, more often than not, have very little time for exercise.
Physical fitness test in city people who have time for exercise usually keep a gym at home or go a gym in a fitness center. They would follow routines they read from fitness articles or a routine prescribed by their personal trainers. Physical fitness test this way of keeping fit may sound monotonous and boring after sometime and one would look for other ways like how to be fit naturally. If you are following a routine for more than a year or so, you would find that you are aching for a new environment to sweat your stress out.
Physical fitness test going natural with nature ought to do it. There are so many ways you can enjoy a fitness exercise in the great outdoors. Instead of staring at equipments and mirrors all the time, you can work your stress out and find your inner calm by enjoying nature. Physical fitness test break the monotony by taking a trip to a nearby mountain, beach, nature park, forest, or river and do less artificial routines by doing outdoor sports that would help you on how to stay fit naturally.
Physical fitness test – Instead of swimming in an artificial or man-made ocean, you can go to the beach or a river where the restrain is actually stronger. This way, you will have to work harder and sweat more in order to complete a lap. Physical fitness test – Instead riding a mounted and stationary bicycle on a gym, you can buy yourself a real mountain bike and ride up to the mountains where you can really work your muscles up on a steep climb. Physical fitness test you will feel more fulfilled once you reach the top and you can take a rest while appreciating the scenic view before going back down the mountain. Physical fitness test can also climb the mountain on foot and camp out. Physical fitness test this way, you can appreciate nature more because you are on a more relaxed pace but you are still working your whole body out. Physical fitness test are only some of the ways on how to stay fit naturally and there are more that you can do depending on how extreme you want to go. Others may also want to do some deep-sea diving or kayaking.

Exercises for fitness level N1
Exercise Fitness level N1 is where people who have not done any real exercise in their lives belong and they should start exercising for their health’s sake.
Fitness test perhaps one of the downside of technology is that it leaves us no space to move around much. Fitness test that can be done with our bare hands can now be finished in just a click. Fitness test washing machines, dishwashers, remote controls, elevators and other technological innovations have made us almost immobile. Fitness test everyday chores have been left to the care of machines and we are left without exercise. Fitness test are, in fact, people who have no experience of exercise and we categorize them under exercise fitness level N1.
Fitness test is, in easy terms, the fine-tuning of our body. Fitness test just like a fine-tuned car, we are physically fit when we perform at our full potential. Fitness test not only do we look our best when we are physically fit but we also look and feel like it. fitness level N1 People under exercise are not physically fit and will need to start achieving this condition with beginner’s exercise.
Before people to exercise fitness level N1 should perform any kind of exercise, they should make sure that they consult with their doctors first especially if they are 35 years and above. Fitness test people who have health problems should also consult with their doctors as minor strains from exercises to be performed could complicate their conditions.
There are exercises programs that are fit for exercise fitness level N1 people are often cardiovascular or aerobic exercises. Fitness test doing exercises warm-ups and cool-downs are important regardless of how long you have been exercising. Fitness test prevent accidents that may injure the body. Fitness test warm-ups can be done for 5-10 minutes. Fitness test other people who have no real experience exercising could say that they are too busy to exercise so the best way to start is exercise for 20-30 minutes three times a week. Fitness test if 30 minutes will take too much of your time then you can peg it at 20 but no less.
Fitness test is better to work slowly and gradually increase the strain of exercise for those belonging to exercise fitness level N1 because the body should recover from the pain that it will experience with the exercise that you will be doing. Fitness test when you want to lose weight in order to be physically fit, have a target zone and concentrate on when doing cardiovascular exercise. You can work on your target zone for 20 minutes. Fitness test is also recommended by experts that beginners should do strength training to develop muscular strength and endurance. Fitness test would include push-ups, sit-ups, calisthenics and weight training. You can also lift hand weights; work on weight machines or use rubber bands or tubing. Of course the most popular form of cardiovascular exercise that can be done by beginners would include brisk walking, jogging, swimming, cycling, rope-jumping, rowing, cross-country skiing, and some continuous action games like tennis or badminton.
Fitness test after doing your exercises, please do not forget to cool down. Cooling down will help reduce muscle pains and will help you avoid muscular injuries. Fitness test you can cool down by stretching combined with low-level exercise and slow-walking. Fitness test just like warming-up, cooling down can be done in 5-10 minutes after performing your 20-minute cardio-vascular exercise.
Physical fitness test in the age of today, obesity struck many kids and teenagers alike. Due to the fact that there is no constant activity done by kids and teenagers, with this present situation, one should ask Why is physical fitness test important for teens. Physical fitness test need to start by redefining the word fitness. In general, physical fitness test is defined as the peak functioning or performance of muscles, lungs, and the heart of a person. Physical fitness test is determined through the persons flexibility, muscle strength, cardio respiratory endurance, and body composition or the degree of fatness. Physical fitness test in order to achieve physical fitness test then, we need to develop these four fitness components. Since Physical fitness test is not focused on merely muscle strength or endurance, the best exercise to do then is an Aerobic exercise since it addresses all the major components. Physical fitness test several daily activities or sports are considered aerobic as long as it is done for twenty to twenty-five minutes without stopping. Physical fitness test include bicycling, dancing, walking, swimming, aerobic classes, jumping rope, roller skating, soccer, and many more. Physical fitness test some of the best activities one can do since it increases the heart rate and makes one breath harder due to the continuous nature of the physical activity.

Physical fitness test modern living entails high-tech equipments to stay fit. There are very few people who would actually look up ways on how to be fit naturally because most of the time people who become very conscious of their health are those who live in the urban areas. Physical fitness test city life is characterized by a stressful environment and stressful life. A person living in the city will, more often than not, have very little time for exercise.
Physical fitness test in city people who have time for exercise usually keep a gym at home or go a gym in a fitness center. They would follow routines they read from fitness articles or a routine prescribed by their personal trainers. Physical fitness test this way of keeping fit may sound monotonous and boring after sometime and one would look for other ways like how to be fit naturally. If you are following a routine for more than a year or so, you would find that you are aching for a new environment to sweat your stress out.
Physical fitness test going natural with nature ought to do it. There are so many ways you can enjoy a fitness exercise in the great outdoors. Instead of staring at equipments and mirrors all the time, you can work your stress out and find your inner calm by enjoying nature. Physical fitness test break the monotony by taking a trip to a nearby mountain, beach, nature park, forest, or river and do less artificial routines by doing outdoor sports that would help you on how to stay fit naturally.
Physical fitness test – Instead of swimming in an artificial or man-made ocean, you can go to the beach or a river where the restrain is actually stronger. This way, you will have to work harder and sweat more in order to complete a lap. Physical fitness test – Instead riding a mounted and stationary bicycle on a gym, you can buy yourself a real mountain bike and ride up to the mountains where you can really work your muscles up on a steep climb. Physical fitness test you will feel more fulfilled once you reach the top and you can take a rest while appreciating the scenic view before going back down the mountain. Physical fitness test can also climb the mountain on foot and camp out. Physical fitness test this way, you can appreciate nature more because you are on a more relaxed pace but you are still working your whole body out. Physical fitness test are only some of the ways on how to stay fit naturally and there are more that you can do depending on how extreme you want to go. Others may also want to do some deep-sea diving or kayaking.

The goal in any fat loss exercise regimen is to choose activities that consume large amounts of oxygen. This is because the body burns 5 calories for every liter of oxygen that it consumes.

Therefore, what do you think would be the best type of cardio to do for fat loss?

Well, let’s look at the typical options. Running, biking, swimming, elliptical, rowing, walking, stair climbing/stair master, upper body ergometer, and obviously many outdoor sports such as cross-country skiing.

So there are many forms of cardio to choose from and they all work. It’s important to always remember that. All forms of exercise will work in the long run given the right training program and consistent effort.

But we’re interested in not only what works but works what best for burning fat! We want to get the best bang for our buck, right?

Since the goal is to maximize oxygen consumption (and thus VO2) it is essential to find activities that will recruit the greatest amount of muscle. This is because the more muscle that is needed to perform an activity or movement, the more oxygen that will be needed to supply those working muscles. Make sense?

Oxygen is the precursor to all the energy your body produces. Your working muscles need oxygen otherwise they will quickly fatigue and will be unable to perform their functions.

It is well known that athletes in sports that require large amounts of muscle have the highest VO2 max (maximum aerobic capacity) because their sports demand a massive supply of oxygen to their working muscles. As such, the highest VO2 max on record exist not in runners (as many would think) but rather cross-country skiers and rowers.

Think about that for a second. Both cross-country skiing and rowing involve just about muscle in the body working against resistance. Both the upper body and lower body muscles are pushing and pulling a given resistance which makes these sports not only great aerobic training tools but also fantastic fat burning cardio machines.

If you’ve ever watched Olympic rowing you will have undoubtedly noticed towering men and women stacked with large and lean muscles. Most of the male rowers are upwards of 6′4” and 220 lbs of shear muscle, making them calorie-burning machines.

These male and female rowers can get away with their large frames because rowing is not a true weight-bearing sport. In fact, this terrific sport idealizes large muscular athletes because they can produce a lot of power, both aerobically and muscularly, through their large muscle mass.

However, If you took these same rowers and asked them to run at the same intensities at which they row, they would most likely have a difficult time – not only because of the specific nature of running but also because they would be “carrying” a lot of mass.

How many 6′4″, 220 lbs runners do you know of? Most runners are slim and slight. It simply makes their movement much easier. Less weight to carry means less effort. If you have a tough time envisioning this, then I encourage you to go for a run with a 20 lbs pack on your torso. You will immediately notice the difference.

Similarly, most cross-skiers don’t exhibit the same physical stature as rowers. However, their aerobic capacity is astronomical. Yet, they are more similar to runners in physical stature as cross-country skiing is a weight-bearing sport and thus does not reward athletes with lots of weight, even if it’s muscle.

Energy Expenditure (Calorie Burn) in Various Activities

Activity (per 1 hour)
130 lbs155 lbs190 lbs

Cycling, 10-12 mph
354
422
518

Cycling, 12-14 mph
472
563
690

Running, 5 mph
472
563
690

Running, 7 mph
679
809
992

X-Country Skiing, > 8mph
826
985
1208

Walking, 3 mph

207
246
302

Rowing, vigorous effort
561
669
819

As you can see from the above chart, running burns more calories than other activities, at the same intensity. It is therefore the most effective type of cardio for burning fat and helping you lose weight.

There are two main reasons for this.

First, running is weight bearing which means that the muscles of your lower body must work harder to support you and propel you forward; thus, expending more calories. Therefore, the heavier you are, the more calories you will burn (assuming equal intensity as someone who is lighter).

Second, running is one of the least efficient of human movements, which means that it produces a lot of heat/energy expenditure for its movement. This also means that a lot of calories are being spent. This is great for those who want to lose weight but not so great for those looking for efficient modes of movement.

But it makes sense if you think about it. Cycling is easier than running, right? That’s because cycling is one of the most mechanically efficient human movements, meaning that more of the energy you put into the movement actually results in movement (and not as much heat production as running!)

But we’re interested in what burns calories and fat, right? Therefore, running is your best option. Find me an overweight runner and I’ll be amazed.

So you’ve gone through all the options and decided that a home gym is right for you. After all it’s convenient, private and can save you money by not paying for a gym membership.

You know what’s coming next. You have to plunk down 200, 500, maybe even 2,000 dollars to get the system that you want. And with all the choices out there how do you really know what you want anyway?

There are two main types of machines on the market, cardiovascular and strength training. Your body will look very different after you’ve shed the pounds depending on which exercise machine you choose.

Cardiovascular: These machines get your heart pumping quickly and increase your overall stamina. They include treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, rowing exercise machines, steppers and skiers. Once you get your heart rate going on one of these machines you’ll start shedding calories fast. And most come with a calorie tracker so you can see when you’ve burned off that hamburger you felt so guilty about eating.

Cardio machines often only focus on a few muscles, meaning that your legs might get toned but you won’t get a six-pack or strengthen your arm muscles if all you do is use an elliptical. If you want a toned look all over, you’ll need to add other exercises like sit-ups and push-ups to your routine.

When shopping for a safe machine make sure it is sturdy and quiet when in use. Some cheaper brands tend to be wobbly which can be dangerous and distract you from getting the most out of your workout. An anti static floor mat may also help the stability of your machine by creating a hard surface for it to stand on. Compare prices to the quality of a brand you like. It may be worth it to get the upgrade because it will last longer.

You’ll also want the control panel to have quick response time because when you’ve reached your limit on a treadmill you need to stop immediately. Some machines keep going until a few seconds after you press the button.

To avoid having problems order from an online retailer that has a good return policy. Check to see how thick the base legs are. This is something you can find easily on Pro Form treadmills or NordicTrack Ellipticals.

Strength Training: This is what you want if you’re looking for the big bulk. Pumping weights is the fastest way to get larger muscles without using harmful drugs. You can also tone your muscles with strength training by lifting smaller amounts.

If you plan to work out alone you’ll need to find a machine that has a built in spotter or uses resistance in place of weights. If not you may find yourself at a stalemate with the 100 pounds above your head. Talk about an awkward situation!

Just like cardiovascular workouts, you won’t get big arm muscles if all you buy is an AB CoreMaster. So make sure you know what muscles a particular machine targets before buying. You may find that it’s worth it to spend a little extra money to get an all-in-one gym that targets most major muscle groups than a machine that focuses on just a few.

And don’t be surprised if you don’t lose any weight after strength training for a long period of time. Since muscle weighs more than fat you may even find that you’ve gained a few pounds.

Take the time to analyze your goals. What areas of your body are you concerned about and how do you envision yourself looking at its best? You may decide that what you need is a combination of cardiovascular exercise from a machine like the Pro Form treadmill and strength training from a set of weights. There are a few machines on the market, like the Cardio Cruiser by Jake that do both in one. But no matter what you decide you’ll be happier with your purchase and the results you get if you base it on your goals.

 

I know that all of the elliptical and treadmill worshipers are probably fuming at me now after that article headline, but the fact is, ellipticals and treadmills are one of the least effective methods of working out in existence. With this article, I’ll show you how to get a much more effective fat-burning workout without wasting time mindlessly exercising on a boring elliptical machine or treadmill.

 

Now first let me state that if you really honestly enjoy your elliptical machine workouts and treadmill exercise routines, then I give you my blessing to keep doing what you love. The reason is that even though ellipticals and treadmills are relatively ineffective compared to other types of exercises, whatever you actually enjoy doing the most is going to benefit you most in the long run because you will be more likely to stick with it more consistently.

 

However, don’t say that I didn’t warn you that you might be wasting your time with all these boring mindless cardio machine workouts.

 

I’ve talked about this previously with my ezine subscribers… I actually do not believe in cardio machines as a good form of working out at all. This might surprise you coming from a fitness nut such as myself, but I don’t think I’ve personally used an exercise bike, treadmill, elliptical, or any other cardio machine for at least 8 years or more.

 

In fact, I don’t even use cardio machines anymore for warm-ups before my workouts. I actually think it’s a much more effective warm-up to do dumbbell and/or kettlebell swings, snatches, clean & presses, etc, mixed with bodyweight exercises as a great full-body warm-up before working out.

 

Why do I think cardio machines are so awful? Well, here’s 5 reasons:

 

1) Treadmills and ellipticals are just a very ineffective way to workout compared to other options. Why should you do treadmill or elliptical workouts when you can get better results by doing more interesting forms of training that actually stimulate a fat-burning hormonal response and stimulate your metabolism to a greater extent.

 

2) Elliptical machines and treadmills are insanely expensive and a waste of money for people that work out at home… there are so many better things for home workouts you could have spent your money on rather than wasting it on an elliptical machine, treadmill, or exercise bike.

 

You’ll see plenty of ideas below for better home workouts if you don’t like going to a gym to work out.

 

3) I have seen several studies that indicated results that treadmill running may be less effective than outdoor running for various reasons such as stride abnormalities on treadmills vs natural running, slightly less caloric burn compared to outdoor running, and so on.

 

(although I never recommend just “jogging” anyway… variable intensity walking/running or sprinting are much more effective, training your heart rate in a much wider range instead of the same heart rate range the whole time).

 

4) Steady state exercise (that doesn’t require concentration on what you’re doing) while watching tv or reading a newspaper or magazine creates a mind/body disconnect resulting in extremely poor results compared to exercise that requires focused attention.

 

5) Elliptical and treadmill workouts are just mind-numbingly boring!

 

So what are some good alternatives to elliptical machine and treadmill workouts? Some of my favorites are:

 

Outdoor wind sprint workouts – This is the ultimate workout for a rock hard lean body… just look at the powerful yet super-lean and ripped bodies of world class sprinters, and compare that to the withering weakling physiques of typical marathoners… what would you rather look like?

Jumping rope – incredible mind/body connection and actually fun (you can try speed jumping, crossover jumps, and double jumps once you get good at it)

Kettlebell workouts – nothing will get your heart pounding and sweat pouring like high rep kettlebell swings and/or snatches (or clean & presses)! These can be done with dumbbells too, but I prefer kettlebells as they have a better “feel” to them and the unbalanced nature of KBs makes you work harder)

Bodyweight exercises – mountain climbers, bodyweight squats, push-ups, jumping drills, lunges, bear crawls, plank holds, and so on.

The good old fashioned rowing machine – I don’t really lump this in as a “cardio” machine per se like elliptical machines and treadmills… Rather, I think the rowing machine is actually a great full body workout that actually uses real resistance)

Hill sprinting – running as hard up a hill as possible, followed by walking down and repeating as many times as you can for a full workout (yet another classic drill for a rock hard lean body)

Shadow boxing… a killer workout, but if you are shy, this is best done at home since you will get some crazy looks doing this at a typical gym!

Swimming sprints – a more muscle toning workout compared with steady pace distance swimming… I actually love the upper body pump I get from sprint swimming (instead of swimming slow and steady, with sprint swimming, you swim as fast as you can exerting as much force as you can for 1 lap. Then rest for 15-20 seconds before doing another swim sprint).

Heavy bag punching/kicking workouts, speed bag, rebounding bag… all are tremendous workouts and much more fun than boring cardio machines (requires an very intense mind/body connection which increases results).

 

I hope this article gives you lots of ideas you can use to go out right away and bring some more variety into your workouts instead of relying on the same old dull elliptical machine and treadmill workout routines. Have fun!