Physical exercise is a great way to tone your body and lose weight . Aerobic exercise promotes cardiovascular fitness by raising your pulse to a targeted level for 30 minutes, three times a week. This strengthens your heart, and as the heart pumps more blood, prevents the build-up of fatty deposits and blood clots. Aerobic exercise also strengthens your lungs, helps control weight, and increases muscle and joint flexibility making you less susceptible to injury. Some examples of aerobic exercise are jogging, bicycling, swimming, racquetball and aerobic dance.
Anaerobic exercise promotes specific muscle size, endurance and strength.
Weight lifting and golf are examples. This form of exercise will not provide as many benefits but is a good supplement to your aerobic work-out. Remember, there are many benefits from exercise . You will sleep better, be more alert, handle stress better and may even look and feel better. Choose an exercise program that fits your particular needs.