CARDIO - UK-Muscle Body Building Community

Lauren · 20-06-2005, 03:43 PM

What type of cardio do you think gives best results?

Running, walking, rowing, bike.........etc etc

How long should you aim at doing per session also to burn fat to get lean.

ONE SMART COOKIE · 20-06-2005, 03:51 PM

Heavy weights high reps low rest periods (10-20 secs)between sets and train 4-6 days a week with weights..not everybodies cup of tea but it works....

JohnO · 20-06-2005, 03:52 PM

I do a bit of Hit then some weights AKA Chefx, seems to work and takes only a few mins in the morning, wakes me up too

**Pscarb** · 20-06-2005, 04:26 PM

walking on a treadmill at a decent pace with an incline

Gridlock · 20-06-2005, 04:43 PM

You can't beat the rower for working the whole body

shakey · 20-06-2005, 04:53 PM

30-40 Mins done @ a steady pace on Eliptical trainer for me(cross trainer)

Lauren · 20-06-2005, 05:50 PM

I like the treadmill idea the most so far which PSCarb stated.

I have also bought a gymball and a pilates DVD to follow when Im not at the gym. Pilates apparantly lengthens your muscles and the gymball is very good for core strength and stability!

Anyone tried this or know anyone that has???
Just didn't know if it was any good?
It states on the DVD - 'Notice results after a few workouts'

:confused:

**big** · 20-06-2005, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Pscarb

walking on a treadmill at a decent pace with an incline

Agreed!

In weather like this though, I also like a brisk walk around the neighbourhood for cardio.

Low-moderate intensity on the exercise bike is also a pretty good choice IMO.

Like anything to do with bodybuilding, the best cardio though, is the kind you can stick to.

samurai69 · 20-06-2005, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lauren

I like the treadmill idea the most so far which PSCarb stated.

I have also bought a gymball and a pilates DVD to follow when Im not at the gym. Pilates apparantly lengthens your muscles and the gymball is very good for core strength and stability!

Anyone tried this or know anyone that has???
Just didn't know if it was any good?
It states on the DVD - 'Notice results after a few workouts'

:confused:

I use a fit ball with clients as its good for core stability and as a bench if a real one is not available.

I have not trained in pilates, but have used some techniques with clients to great effect

Real Pilates IMO uses equipment like the reformer and that is where the main strength gains is from

DB · 20-06-2005, 07:00 PM

running withut a doubt...just be careful not to go mad and loose muscle imo

Lauren · 20-06-2005, 07:02 PM

Im not very good at running - I find I get a stitch very early on and have to give up as its excruciating pain!!!!!!!

samurai69 · 20-06-2005, 07:02 PM

For Pure Cardio training I would say the rower.

But for weight loss i would go with PS and say treadmill on an incline
or elliptical trainer if you have knee joint problems

**big** · 20-06-2005, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DB

running withut a doubt...just be careful not to go mad and loose muscle imo

Running can be harsh on the joints, especially if you are carrying a fair amount of mass.

You should be ok though mate, keep on running ;)

DB · 20-06-2005, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by big

Running can be harsh on the joints, especially if you are carrying a fair amount of mass.

You should be ok though mate, keep on running ;)

lol man i was waiting for a smart a5s comment from u!! :spammer:

Lee · 20-06-2005, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Pscarb

walking on a treadmill at a decent pace with an incline

Ive lost a lot doing this

also add the cross trainer in every now and again aswell.

20-06-2005, 03:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Lauren The Lady Of The Manor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bedfordshire, UK Posts: 2,291	CARDIO What type of cardio do you think gives best results? Running, walking, rowing, bike.........etc etc How long should you aim at doing per session also to burn fat to get lean.

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DB UK-Muscle Moderator Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: SW London Posts: 11,762	running withut a doubt...just be careful not to go mad and loose muscle imo __________________ Affiliate of Bulk Supplements Direct Discount Code= BSD290 UKBFF southcoast 2008, O80kg Champion

20-06-2005, 03:51 PM	#2 (permalink)
ONE SMART COOKIE cerca trova Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 2,020	Heavy weights high reps low rest periods (10-20 secs)between sets and train 4-6 days a week with weights..not everybodies cup of tea but it works....

20-06-2005, 03:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
JohnO Looking Freaky Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 601	I do a bit of Hit then some weights AKA Chefx, seems to work and takes only a few mins in the morning, wakes me up too

20-06-2005, 04:26 PM	#4 (permalink)
Pscarb UK-Muscle Moderator and NABBA Champion Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 10,963	walking on a treadmill at a decent pace with an incline

20-06-2005, 04:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
Gridlock A diamond in the rough Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,231	You can't beat the rower for working the whole body

20-06-2005, 04:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
shakey Gym Addict Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: cornwall,uk Posts: 350	30-40 Mins done @ a steady pace on Eliptical trainer for me(cross trainer)

20-06-2005, 05:50 PM	#7 (permalink)
Lauren The Lady Of The Manor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bedfordshire, UK Posts: 2,291	I like the treadmill idea the most so far which PSCarb stated. I have also bought a gymball and a pilates DVD to follow when Im not at the gym. Pilates apparantly lengthens your muscles and the gymball is very good for core strength and stability! Anyone tried this or know anyone that has??? Just didn't know if it was any good? It states on the DVD - 'Notice results after a few workouts' :confused:

20-06-2005, 07:02 PM	#11 (permalink)
Lauren The Lady Of The Manor Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bedfordshire, UK Posts: 2,291	Im not very good at running - I find I get a stitch very early on and have to give up as its excruciating pain!!!!!!!

20-06-2005, 07:02 PM	#12 (permalink)
samurai69 Banned Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mid Portugal - by the sea Posts: 3,075	For Pure Cardio training I would say the rower. But for weight loss i would go with PS and say treadmill on an incline or elliptical trainer if you have knee joint problems