Cross Training:
Simple health tips for overall health benefits.Welcome friends to the "Cross Training" section of Get-Into-Cycling.com. You may ask yourself: "How can I improve my cycling ability as well as my overall fitness?" This question has been asked by many people we know. Well, for starters, the answer is relatively simple: Have you every heard of conditioning? If not, read on.....Conditioning is also known as cross training. By definition, this is the combining of exercises delivered to varying parts of the body at different times or intervals. For example, working on your cardio-vascular on Monday by running and on Tuesday, you would work on muscle-building (example: doing pull-ups and push-ups to strengthen your chest and back). Do you get the picture??? Here are some suggestions: (Be advised: ALWAYS consult your health professional before engaging in any physical activity. These tips are exactly that....tips. We do not claim to be an authority on exercise, but are merely suggesting these exercises based on our own PERSONAL experiences. Always use good judgement when exercising and never go beyond your own limits.)
CARDIOVASCULAR (Monday, Wednesday and Friday):
- Cycling (of course) - Running or walking - Jumping Rope
- Speed skating or In-line skating - Any high intensity team sport such as: Basketball, Soccer, Football, Hockey, etc.
- Swimming, surfing and other watersports - Yoga - Dancing
- Hiking, rock climbing, skiing & other outdoor activities - Martial arts
Speaking of martial arts, here is a hilarious video we found on YouTube that will have you laughing out loud everytime you watch it:
Don't know if it's staged, but who cares.....it's funny! WARNING: This video is presented for your entertainment only. PLEASE DO NOT TRY ANY OF THE STUNTS SHOWN ON THIS VIDEO. We at Get-Into-Cycling.com are not responsible for any property damage, lawsuits, injuries, death or any other events/incidents that may occur to those of you who decide to try these very dangerous stunts.
MUSCLE BUILDING/STRENGTH TRAINING (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday):
- Weight lifting (free-weights or machine) - Pull-ups - Rope climbing
- Push-ups and sit-ups - Isometric exercises - Use of tension bands
Cross training allows you to vary your exercises thus preventing boredom, overuse injury and plateau. Furthermore, this will improve overall aerobic capacity and helps build stronger, leaner muscles. Oh, by the way, did we mention that it aids in burning fat too? If you need additional help or would like to know more about conditioning and other types of exercises, contact us through our contact us page or visit the world wide web. Keep up the good work and good luck. Cross Training: Return to Health Home
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