Cardiorespiratory/ Cardiovascular Training
 Cardiovascular (CV) exercise is the foundation of most exercise programs, and for good reason. This type of exercise is most strongly correlated with health benefits in many clinical populations as well as the general population.
Get informed! Create new habits! Make it a lifestyle! Learn how to maximize and take advantage of all the healthful benefits associated with CV activity.
Basic Cardiovascular Training Recommendations
Cardiorespiratory Training Before and After Weight Loss Surgery
By Jeremy Gentles, CSCS
You have heard over and over again that exercise constitutes a very important aspect of post weight loss surgery life. This is no mystery! The real mystery often presents itself when you consider the “whats,” “whys” and “hows” of your exercise program. What should my heart rate be? Why must I exercise for certain durations and at levels of intensity? How quickly should I progress? Obtaining the proper answers to questions such as these is vital to the success of your exercise program. Click here to read the rest of the article. |
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Walking as a Primary Form of Exercise
By Richard Betcher, M.D.
The goal of going through surgery for weight loss it to become healthy and to lose the morbid problems caused by your obesity. THis can only be reached by losing the excessive fat that you carry and improving the quantity and quality of your lean tissue, primarily muscle. Click here to read more.
Pedal Power - The Journey of Success
By Ginger Barkley with Cheryl Basore
I recently completed an 80-mile bike ride in “Bike to the Bay” event benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. A little over two years and 124 pounds ago this adventure never could have taken place. This was a personal goal I had set for myself, and although it took me nine and a half hours, I crossed the finish line victoriously! Click here to read more.
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| The information and recommendations found within ObesityHelp's Exercise and Fitness Forum are not intended to supercede the recommendations of your physician. You should seek medical clearance from your physician prior to engaging in any form of exercise. Learn more about your medical readiness here. You are also advised to read and understand ObesityHelp's Terms of Service by clicking here. |
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