Incorporating cardiovascular activities into your fitness regimen is important not only for a healthy heart, but it’s also a great way to burn calories and increase your metabolism. There are many activities that give the benefit of cardio, but which one of these is best for a woman? And which one burns the most calories?

Lets take a look…

First off, lets remind ourselves that no two female bodies are the same; and to treat them as such would be detrimental to ones fitness goals. When choosing your cardio exercise; choose one that is comfortable to you.

(Note: The calorie burn estimates are based on a 145 lb. person)

1. Step Aerobics – This is a favorite amongst women, and for a variety of reasons. Step Aerobics target the legs, glutes and hips. You can burn approximately 400 calories in 30 minutes.

2. Bicycling – Doesn’t matter whether you are on a stationary bike or outdoors. This exercise (depending on speed and resistance) can burn 250 to 500 calories in 30 minutes.

3. Swimming – An excellent cardio exercise that gives full body benefits as well. Performing the breast stroke can burn approximately 400 calories in 30 minutes.

4. Running – Running is a great cardio exercise that doesn’t require any equipment; just you and a good pair of running shoes. You can easily burn 300 calories in 30 minutes.

5. Elliptical Trainer – A favorite of many. Excellent exercise for cardio and a great way to build endurance. Can burn about 300 calories in 30 minutes.

6. Walking – Walking briskly is a less strenuous form of cardio exercises, but is a great activity for women. Walking can burn up to 180 calories in 30 minutes, but by adding hills or inclines can increase that amount significantly.

Here’s to a healthy heart and combating fat!

Your friend and Coach,

Kenya

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