Cardio Exercises: Burn Fat and Increase Stamina at Home

High-intensity cardio circuits and stationary bike routines are highly effective for blasting belly fat and increasing cardiovascular stamina. Discover home-based cardio options for men that don't involve running and learn how to manage exercise when sick.

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Morning vs. Evening Cardio

Early birds swear that the morning is the best time for cardio; some people would rather sleep in. Who is right?

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The Average Exercise Bike Pedaling Speed

Cadence is another name for bike pedaling speed. The average cadence on an exercise bike usually ranges between 50 and 110 rpms, depending on the rider, the resistance on the bike and the goal of the training. Beginners and occasional riders usually ride somewhere between 50 and 60 rpm.

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Information on Cycling in Running Shoes

If you regularly ride your bike or take an indoor cycling class, consider trading in your running kicks for a pair made specifically for cycling. Cycling in running shoes prevents you from creating maximum power with every pedal stroke. It can also lead to discomfort and may result in muscle imbalances.

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How Often Should I Use the Rowing Machine?

The rowing machine often plays second fiddle to the more popular treadmill and elliptical trainers at the gym, but this effective cardio machine can help you burn up to 316 calories in 30 minutes of vigorous work if you weigh 155 pounds. How often you use the rowing machine depends on your particular fitness goals.

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Arc Trainer Vs. Treadmill

The Arc Trainer is a piece of cardio equipment produced by Cybex International. The design simulates running, but you stand on independent pedals that swing in a crescent pattern. This motion makes sure your joints don't incur impact as they would on a treadmill.

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Which Is Better: Treadmill or Recumbent Bike?

You want to make your workout efforts pay off. With the array of fitness equipment offered in gyms, it can be difficult to figure out which machine will offer the best workout for your needs.

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Arc Trainer Workouts

Look twice next time you pass the row of ellipticals at your local gym. You may have been missing a key piece of cardio equipment that looks suspiciously like an elliptical, but works your body in a slightly different way.

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Indoor Cycling Class Workouts

Participating in a an indoor cycling class can burn between 300 and 600 calories per session, notes the American Council on Exercise. In these classes, imagery and the group’s energy add interest to the monotonous exercise of riding a stationary bike.

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