Exercise Styles

Today there is a form of exercise to suit every age and personality type! From kick-boxing style to Pilates, from hip hop to belly dancing, from aerobics to yoga... the list is endless. The old "I'm bored to tears" excuse for not exercising doesn't cut it!

Exercise Styles:

Cardiovascular - or Aerobic - This form of exercise increases heart and breathing rate. Some examples are fitness walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, group exercise, dance style aerobics, etc.

Strength/weight training - Strength/weight training, Body Building - This is exercise that increases muscle strength, e.g. training with free weights or resistance machines.

Flexibility - These are types of exercise that improve range of motion by stretching muscles, tendons and ligaments; they improve joint function and muscular performance.

Body and Mind Exercise - Involving deep concentration, body alignment, posture and balance such as Yoga, Pilates or Tai Chi.

Just check them out, find one that works for you, and start!

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