Here is a brief look at my exercise regimen to the Billy Blanks' Tae Bo - Total Body Fat Blaster. The bands help for strength resistance and provides a complete workout!
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Kickboxing for Weightloss-Cardio-and Fitness
Kickboxing has seen an explosion in popularity over the past two decades thanks to the exposure provided by Hollywood (e.g. The Karate Kid) and late night infomercials (Mr. Billy Blanks and the Tae Bo programs). Generally the kickboxer is defined by an image of cut abs, the fitness of a marathon runner, and the balance of mind similar to a Budhist monk.
Who wouldn't want the body of a model and the strength and confidence to defend yourself in any situation? It's easy to see why the sport has become so popularity. Given the fact that a kickboxing class
can be found in about every major gym, its popularity will only continue to increase over the next coming years.
Weight Loss
Like it or not, most people in the US who participate in the sport of kickboxing are not doing so in attempt to protect themselves or to participate in some sort of ego boosting event. With the coordination of over 1,000 fast twitch muscles, kickboxing is one of the top ways to induce weightloss.
The American Heart Association recommends that every person should participate in at least 30 minutes
of semi-intense exercise on a regular basis. Kickboxing often times requires simultaneous movement of arms and lengths and it's this combination of movements that helps to increase metabolism and burn calories well after the workout has completed. Anytime you can get multiple body parts moving, you're increasing your heart rate, burning carlories, and little by little, taking the inches off.
Cardio
Kicboxing is intense and the heart will begin to race within a few minutes into the workout. While you may
be out of breath for your first few sessions, don't worry, as you keep up with the training your cardiovascular health will increase and you will become less winded each time. This is a great sign; your heart muscle is getting stronger, will beat more effeciently, and you'll lower your risk for a whole host of diseases (heart disease, diabetes).
Woman Kickboxing Classes
Despite the stereotypes that kickboxing is a primarily masculine sport, the number of women taking
cardio kickboxing classes often outnumbers the number of males taking the same classes. Female kickboxing is hip and trendy. No longer arekickboxing lessons just for the boys. Be sure to check to check with your local gym for often times there are classes that are offered specifically for female clientele.
Aging
The National Institute of Health recently released a statement that exercise can boost the well being of seniors that may be at risk for losing their independence. While kickboxing probably isn't for Grandma Mimi, it can certainly be utilized by older adults who are worried about the effects of aging. Stability, mobility and diseases such as Osteoporosis are all concerns about advanced aging, but these symtoms can be prevented through multi-joint movement sports such as kickboxing.
Remember, for most people, the multimovement nature of kick boxing is what matters (not the physical agressiveness so many perceive of the sport). You want to get your body moving and keep it moving, and kickboxing classes are a great way to achive that.
Kickboxing Lessons for Self-Defense
In 2005, crime rose for the first time in the United States in over five years. There were over sixteen thousand violent crime victims in 2005. Some may attribute this to complacency towards crime but that doesn't have to be the case.
Kickboxing provides the means for learning to protect your self. But be advised; if you want to learn kickboxing for self defense you want to get the right teacher. Most of the classes taught are taught from
the perspective of improving health and not the protection of you or your loved ones. Make sure that the class you are taking is specifically for self-defense.
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Monday, December 5, 2011
Exercise Gadgets For the Busy Traveler - The Best Exercise Equipment to Pack When You're on the Road
EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR THOSE ON THE MOVE
Here are lightweight, easy to pack exercise gadgets for those who want to travel light but wish to exercise on the road too.
1. Trainers and gym clothes
When traveling you might want to invest in quick dry gym clothes. And these days, there are many gym clothes which look like day wear so you can wear them during casual moments on your business trip as well. That includes black leggings, t-shirts that double as casual day wear and smart trainers.
2. Resistance bands
These are like giant elastic bands. The workout possibilities are endless. For example, you can stand on the band and perform bicep curls, or you can wrap it around a pole for some upright chest presses or upright rows)
3. Water-filled dumbbells
Dumb bells which you fill with water. The great thing is that they are collapsible and light to they are easy to pack. And you can fill it up with as much water as you can handle. Some dumb bells can even be filled up to 16 pounds.
4. Jump rope
Jumping rope may feel like a kid's game, but if boxers are still using skipping ropes after all these years of modern training techniques, you know it's an extremely effective form of exercise and easy to do in your own hotel room.
5. Exercise DVD or podcast
Download a couple of exercise podcast onto your laptop and it is like having a personal trainer! If you can access the internet in your hotel room, you can also workout to a YouTube video. I like the youtube workouts by Tracy Anderson (trainer to Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow) as she keeps things moving with lots of variety. Another recommendation is the Billy Blanks Ab Bootcamp which helps release stress and aggression.
6. Yoga Mat
Again, download a yoga routine from the internet or bring along a yoga DVD for best results.
7. Pedometer
A pedometer is a matchbox-sized device that you clip to your waistband or belt. It senses your movements and counts the number of steps you have taken. Some models only count your steps. Other pedometers often far more sophistication with clocks, timers, calorie estimates, pulse rate readers or information storage. Picking a simple but robust model is perfectly fine. The key is to set goals and keep to them. The recommended step count for beginners is 6,000 but try to work up to 10,000 steps. When you first check into your hotel room, why not take a quick walk around the block. Not only will you get your heartbeat up and stretch out your limbs after a cramped plane or car journey, but you can check out the local sights and get a feel for the people and culture.
8. Energetic, inspiring music
You would be surprised what a difference music can make to the intensity of your exercise routine. No matter what your music tastes, there is nothing like a rousing, hard-pumping music track to get your adrenaline pumping and clear 'all the stuff' out of your mind after a busy day of meetings.
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