Cardiovascular Exercise – Why?
To improve our ability to circulate the blood around in our bodies.
To find out your target maximum heart rate, start with 220, deduct your age and multiply by 80%. For example:
220 – 66 (age) = 154 x .80 = 123 my target maximum heart rate.
To start, get it up there for 20 minutes, 3 times a week. Work your way up to doing 45 minutes of aerobic exercise four days a week. How you ask, well speed walking is one of the best ways to do this because it’s low impact – meaning your joints will last longer and feel better. Of course, biking, hitting the treadmill, and any other activity that elevates your heart rate and keeps it there.
Always consult your health care provider before starting any new exercise regimen.
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