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  1. 06-01-2006, 09:17 AM #1
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    what do u do for cardio...

    what form of cardio do u guys do...i usually run, but i think i might switch to ridin a bike...curious on what is most effective for burning fat and preserving muscle...
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  2. 06-01-2006, 09:23 AM #2
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    eliptical..
    i was thinking about swimming .. but after going to the lake last weekend.. and bout DROWNING (havent swam in ages, used to be REALLY GOOD) kuz i sink so f'n FAST! im never going in the water AGAIN!~
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  3. 06-01-2006, 09:33 AM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by taiboxa
    eliptical..
    i was thinking about swimming .. but after going to the lake last weekend.. and bout DROWNING (havent swam in ages, used to be REALLY GOOD) kuz i sink so f'n FAST! im never going in the water AGAIN!~
    bwhahah, i remember that thread...if i had an eliptical i prob would use it but im not drivin to my gym 30mins away twice a day...
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  4. 06-01-2006, 11:40 AM #4
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    What cardio you do depends on the goals you want from your cardio.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SwoleCat
    What cardio you do depends on the goals you want from your cardio.

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    burning fat...while preserving muscle..
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  6. 06-01-2006, 01:23 PM #6
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    Then stop running.

    65-75% of your MHR for a good 40-45 mins. is platinum.

    Choose a recumbent bike, stationary bike, eliptical trainer, treadmill w/a slight incline, etc.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SwoleCat
    Then stop running.

    65-75% of your MHR for a good 40-45 mins. is platinum.

    Choose a recumbent bike, stationary bike, eliptical trainer, treadmill w/a slight incline, etc.

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    bodyweight - age x .65-.75= heartrate during cardio...right?
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    220 - age = heart rate max.

    Then times that by .65 to .75.

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    I use the stairmaster, eliptical (Cross-Trainer), walk on a treadmill and also ride my mountain bike when the weather/time of year permits. If I have just trained upper body I stay away from using the X-Trainer as I do not want to use these muscles any further that session
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    is it true for woman you do 226 minus age instead of 220?
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    Quote Originally Posted by SwoleCat
    220 - age = heart rate max.

    Then times that by .65 to .75.

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    word thanks...
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  12. 06-01-2006, 07:18 PM #12
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    When I went above 70-72% is when I noticed muscle loss. I wouldnt run..cuz you will get way above that. Elliptical..walk on an incline etc.
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    60-65% is actually the safest range to stay in to preserve lean muscle mass.

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  14. 06-01-2006, 08:01 PM #14
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    walk on an incling, starir climber, eliptical sometimes and the new tread climber by Bowflex. My gym's got like 4 of 'em. Supposed to be rather efficient, but I think it can be a tad uncomfortable.
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    I love eliptical. It's easier on my knees, and I feel like I'm doing more work, than just peddling a bike. Plus you can change the resistance and incline which I love to change.
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    My gym got new elipticals and I love them, better than the older ones they had before.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SwoleCat
    60-65% is actually the safest range to stay in to preserve lean muscle mass.

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    yep totally agree
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    i think ima start to walk on the treadmill on an incline in my basement...i wish i had an eliptical...
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    how do you get the heart rate for females??
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