5 Things Every Workout Should Include

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May 29, 2007 - Here are five simple things to include in your workout if you want it to be safe and effective:

Warm-up: Among other things a warm-up leads to efficient calorie burning, injury prevention and prepares the body for the workout.

Cardio: A cardio workout is great for the cardiovascular system and plays a very important role in weight management.

Cool-down: Among other things a cool-down prevents blood pooling, reduces the chances of dizziness or fainting and slowly brings the heart rate back down.

Flexibility Training: This maintains joint range of motion and reduces the risk of injury and muscle soreness.

Strength training: This creates strength and good posture, reduces the risk of lower back injury and is also a key player in weight management.

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May 28, 2009 - Here are five simple things to include in your workout, to make it both safe and effective:

Warm-up: Among other things a warm-up leads to efficient calorie burning, injury prevention, and prepares the body for the workout. This is true for both cardio workouts and strength training session.

Cardio: A cardio workout is great for the cardiovascular system and plays a very important role in weight management. If you're sticking to weights a little cardio is great for a warm-up and for a cool down to lower your blood pressure.

Strength training: This creates strength and good posture, reduces the risk of lower back injury, and builds muscle. - 9 Comments

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Illustrations Exercise 30 minutes a day Exercise with friends Exercise - a powerful tool HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Alternative Names Healthy habits Information While maintaining good health habits cannot guarantee a longer life, it can certainly improve the quality of your life. A few simple things, if practiced regularly, can help reduce your risk of illness and enrich your life:

Get regular exercise and control your weight.
Don't smoke or abuse drugs.
Do not drink a lot of alcohol. Avoid alcohol completely if you have a history of alcoholism.
Eat a balanced and healthy diet.
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Manage high blood pressure.
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Before signing up for a full marathon get a few shorter races under your belt.
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