subject: Weight Training Or Fitness Class? [print this page] Weight Training Or Fitness Class? Weight Training Or Fitness Class?
Physical fitness is defined as your ability to carry out all of your daily tasks with an alert mind and a positive attitude while being free from fatigue, sickness, etc. Many of us attribute our physical fitness levels to our ability to run, walk up stairs, or complete circuit training at the gym, but it is much more about our overall well-being than how far you can run without getting winded. Hitting the weights or taking a fitness class a few times a week can be really beneficial to your physical well-being.
Weight Training
Weight training is great for improving your fitness level. It's important to try to keep up somewhat of a vigorous pace, only resting for 30-60 seconds max. Body-builders will take longer breaks, so they can go for maximum muscle exhaustion with each set. For overall fitness, it's a good idea to decrease your rest period so you can keep your heart-rate up, to improve your oxygen levels. Alternatively, you could concentrate on a longer rest period between sets and follow up with an aerobic fitness class after your weight routine.
Fitness Class
Nothing beats an aerobic fitness class to get your heart rate pumping. Weight training will help your body's ability to pump blood to your muscles, while aerobic training will help your heart and lungs become more efficient at taking in oxygen. Not only will it have an effect on your cardiovascular system, but also on focus and concentration.
Your brain needs oxygen just as much as the rest of your body. When oxygen levels are increased, so is your focus and alertness. Taking up a routine and attending a class, or getting some other kind of aerobic activity 3 times a week, for at least 30 minutes will improve your physical fitness and will no doubt increase your life-span.
