How much cardio should I do?
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Weight loss = more than 280 minutes of exercise per week or 4.66 hours.
Weight maintenance = just under 280 minutes of exerciese per week.
2,000 calories burned per week is the goal. |
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What is "core" strength? |
"Core" strength refers to the core muscles that make up your midsection consisting mainly of the abdominal muscles and the lower back. Having a strong core helps in daily activites such as lifting, walking up stairs, maintaining good posture, etc. |
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How much rest do I need between weight training sessions? |
48 to 72 hours. However, you can work upper body (chest, back, biceps, shoulders, triceps) on Monday for example, and work lower body (quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteus maximus, calves) on Tuesday. Space your workouts evenly for best results and recovery between sessions. |
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Can I work my abs everyday. |
Abs should have at least one day before working them again. |
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Should I be sore after a workout? |
Some soreness is normal. Most people have next day or second day soreness. This is referred to as delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS). This is because lactic acid has accumulated in the muscles and leaving some biproduct toxins with it. Cardiovascular exercise will help flush some of the lactic acid through your body. Drinking water and getting plenty of sleep help as well. |
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What time of day is the best to exercise? |
This depends on your schedule. Morning is the best time for individuals trying to lose weight. It gets you metabolism going and keeps you from procrastinating. |
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