Cardio Workouts While Watching TV

If your goal is to lose weight, you need to add someStationary Bikes
cardio to your TV watching. This next set ofStationary and recumbent bikes are also popular
exercises will get your heart pumping.fitness machines. All of them work your legs, and there
Jog In Placeare some that work your arms as well.
Jogging in place is about as simple as it gets. MakeRowers
sure you have supportive shoes, and water nearby. IfRowing machines simulate the exercise of rowing a
you're a beginner, start with jogging for 2 or 3 minutes,boat. They're great, because they work the arms, abs
and increase it gradually each week.and back. In fact, if used regularly, rowers can provide
Jump Ropea great whole body workout.
Go raid a toy box and visit a childhood favorite!This last set of tips will give you some final ideas and
Jumping rope is not only a great cardio exercise, butpointers to think about as you start your exercise
it's very fun. If you haven't done it in a while, it'll takeroutine.
some time to master, but once you do, you won't beCommercials
able to stop.If you're still overwhelmed at the aspect of exercising
Jumping Jacksduring your favorite TV show, try exercising just during
Another classic, jumping jacks are a great way to getcommercials. Most shows have 3 or 4 commercials,
your heart pumping. It may take a while to get yourso pick 3 or 4 exercises and do one per commercial
rhythm going, but that's okay. Start with 5 to 10 a daybreak.
and work up from there.Music Channels
Cross Leg LiftsWe already mentioned music channels. You can go a
This exercise is much like marching in place, with abit further, and keep your favorite music channel on
twist. Stand with your arms in front of you, elbowswhile cleaning or doing other activities. Upbeat music
bent. Then, slowly at first, bring your right leg up whilewill undoubtedly get you dancing!
twisting your waist so that your left elbow touchesStability Ball
your right knee. Alternate, and as you get the hang ofA stability ball is an oversized inflated ball that's sturdy
it, pick up your speed.enough to sit on. You can get them at any fitness
Dancestore. Instead of sitting on the couch to do the
Nothing good on TV? Turn it to your favorite musicexercises in this ebook, try sitting on a stability ball to
channel and dance! Not only is dancing a great way todo them. It will add an edge to the exercises, and help
get a cardio workout, but it does wonders for the soul.with your balance.
Home fitness equipment is very popular these days.Stop if it Hurts
These next tips will list 4 popular exercise machines,Exercising isn't supposed to hurt. It's very important that
and what areas they target.with any exercise, if it's hurting, stop immediately. You
Treadmillscould be hurting your body more than you know. If the
Treadmills are very popular because of they're sopain persists, go see your doctor.
easy to use. Most people know how to walk or run,Breathe
and a treadmill is a great way to bring this exerciseWith all exercises, don't forget to breathe. Holding your
indoors; and maybe in front of the TV. Treadmillsbreath makes it harder to exercise, and could even
target your legs while giving you a great cardiocause injury.
workout.Relax
Stair SteppersAs you're exercising one part of your body, don't
Stair steppers simulate the exercise of walking upforget to keep the other parts of your body. For
stairs. This gives your lower body a great workout,instance, when you're doing sit ups, make sure to keep
while getting your heart pumping.your neck and shoulders relaxed.