Cardio Workouts

[Bella Michela]

I've been using the elliptical for about 4 months now. I really don't like the treadmill, I fall asleep on that machine & I get bored on bikes. I don't like to sit down when I work out. Any way, is it ok if I stick with the elliptical or will I get more result if I swith it up. My gym has limited equipment, I don't have much to choose from. What to you guys think?

 

[Synpax]

Go outside and run. Early morning burns more fat and it's not too hot out.

It's hard to do as intense workouts on the ellip. But keep doing it - maybe try to do it longer or harder.

 

[juve]

Go outside and run. Early morning burns more fat and it's not too hot out.

Ditto.
Try running in the park - varying inclines (hills, etc) and terraines (sand, concrete, soft ground, etc) will preclude fast adaptation and gear your body for alternating resistances, plus the trees=oxygen

 

[bodytemple75]

They are right baby....

Your area is a great place to run in the early mornings. Very pictureesque, safe, and lots of fresh air. Maybe getting on a bike and riding around may also be a good idea once in a while. Take advantage of nice weather. Talk to me about it....

 

[Bella Michela]

Thanks guys...maybe I should go buy a pair of rollerblades

 

[juve]

maybe I should go buy a pair of rollerblades

and a camo mini skirt

 

[Bella Michela]

Why do my toes get numb when I'm on the Lypticca? Does this happen to anyone else?

 

[Daisy_Girl]

You are pushing through your toes. Lean your weight back and push through your heels.

Make sure you are NOT wearing running shoes. Wear cross trainers or similar shoe that is relatively flat. Running shoes have more padding in the heel for cushioning, but that throws your body forward towards your toes. This is also why you should NOT lift Legs in running shoes.

 

[Bella Michela]

^ good to know Thanks ........I need to get new sneakers, Does nike make a good cross trainer?

 

[Daisy_Girl]

LOVE Nikes. Used to HATE them, but have been converted.

I have a decent X-Trainer from them....you have to search a little more for one you like, since they do so many Running shoes. But they are out there.

 

[Bella Michela]

I went looking for Nikes today..Nothing I liked. Why the hell are sneakers so exspensive. I found a decent pair but they were a little over $100

 

[Daisy_Girl]

Do you have a Nike Outlet near you? I always go there for Nikes. They are "last years" shoe, but who the hell cares? I get them like 1/2 off!

 

[Synpax]

bella_michella - go to a running store and have them do gait analysis and make recommendations.

 

[Clean]

my favorite was the old school air kukini

 

[Bella Michela]

Do you have a Nike Outlet near you? I always go there for Nikes. They are "last years" shoe, but who the hell cares? I get them like 1/2 off!

I don't have any outlets. Wanna pick a pair up and ship them to me

I dunno, haveto keep looking...

Last night I pushed more with my heels..it helped a little bit..

 

[Bella Michela]

bella_michella - go to a running store and have them do gait analysis and make recommendations.

whats that?

 

[Synpax]

whats that?

There is a lot of variaety in the way people run. Most shows you buy in, say, footlocker are designed for maybe 20% of the population. The other 80% need something different.

Gait analysis examines your biomechanics and determines what kinds of shoes you need. It is very helpful for prevention of injury and pains when you run. It also makes running more comfortable.