An Aerobics Solution

Chandi Schwab
The Body for Life program has a fast and effective aerobic solution. No matter what your present condition is it will work for you. And you can never outgrow it. Low- intensity, long-duration aerobics is not the best solution for getting rid of body fat. Not only do high-intensity workouts burn more fat effectively it also speeds up the metabolism and burns calories for an hour after you workout provided you don't eat anything.
This program involves 20 minutes of aerobic 3 times a week. Your challenge is to make each of those workouts the most effective fat-burning, health-enhancing 20 minutes that you possibly can. First, select an exercise like walking, jogging, stationary bike, treadmill, etc. You can vary it every session if you want.
1)Start out at a level 5 intensity that is your level 5.For some people this is just walking and for others it is a brisk jog.
2)After 2 minutes take it up a notch to a level 6
3)another minute then to a level 7
4) another minute then to a level 8
5)another minute then to a level 9
6)After one minute take it back to a level 6
7)Repeat the upper pattern 1-6 3 times
8)In the 3rd cycle after 9 you go for level 10 to reach a high-point of intensity for 1 minute and then take it back down finishing at a 5 for 1 minute

I love love love this method and it is how I do my cardio every day. It is great because you can get better and better every time. This continually strengthens and stimulates your muscles while losing fat. Your body will burn fat at a significantly elevated rate. This also is a great way to push and challenge the body to get into the best shape of its life. To further enhance the fat-burning effects of these workouts do them in the morning when you wake up. Drink 2 cups of water and go for it. I like to eat a handful of almonds or half a piece of fruit for the energy.You alternate aerobic days with lifting days. Try it out!