I have a love hate relationship with cardio.
When it comes to which type of cardio exercises are the most effective, I’ve found gym machines to be my best friend.
Here are three of my favorite machines to use when I do cardio…
Stair Climber
The stair climber can be a hard exercise for newbies.
If starting out new, you should aim for around 15-20 minutes on a low level (2-4).
If your body is used to high-intensity cardio you can do 20-30 minutes on a higher level of (4-10).
(Levels may vary based on machine used)
Perks of the stair climber:
- High fat burn
- High calorie burn
Side note: The stair climber can put a lot of pressure on your knees if that is something you already struggle with.
Treadmill
The treadmill is definitely my favorite way to do my cardio.
I LOVE this type of cardio because there are so many ways to switch it up.
Different workouts:
- 15-20 minute high intensity jog
- 20-25 minute incline walk (Incline is a great way to increase calorie burn and target those lower leg muscles)
- 30 minute moderate intensity (walking half, jogging half)
Perks of the treadmill:
- Increases heart rate to a healthy level
- Builds bone density & muscles
Cycling
Cycling is definitely the most fun way to do cardio.
Whether you do a stationary bike or a real one, it is a great workout.
30 minutes of cycling (regular bike)
Whether you are cycling in a park, neighborhood or street you will be getting a great amount of variation of hills and intervals of low and a high intensity workout.
30 minutes of cycling (stationary bike)
I highly suggest selecting the “rolling hills” option when cycling on a stationary bike (if this is an option).
IF NOT: Feel free to adjust the resistance level on your bike for a low medium or a high intensity workout
Perks of cycling:
- Improved joint mobility
- strengthens bones
- Improves posture
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Have a great time doing your cardio and taking care of the body God gave you!
Embrace grace with joy,
ALEXIS