How do I get a good cardio workout without high-impact exercises?

Question

I used to run but have knee problems now. How else do I burn fat effectively?

Answer 1

Swimming or using an elliptical machine are both two low impact ways to get a good work out. I have knee problems as well (though I make myself run anyway and am currently attached to a heating pad), and the elliptical machines are a great way to burn calories and get your heart rate up with very low impact. Another exercise that is great is cycling. I took indoor cycling classes for awhile (which were absolutely fantastic), but even just getting out on the bike and riding is great.

Try wearing a brace when you work out. It helps.

Answer 2

Walk.

Experts agree that to lose weight you need to exercise for at least 30 minutes at 60%-70% of your Max Heart Rate (MHR). A simple way to calculate MHR is 220 minus your age. So if you’re 45 years old, for example, your MHR would be 220-45=175. 60% of 175 is 105, and 70% of 175 is 122.5. So you should exercise daily for 30 minutes at a heart rate between 105 and 123.

You don’t need additional equipment—infomercial products like the Ab Lounger, Sauna Belt, etc. are all worthless gimmicks so don’t waste your money.

Eat breakfast, and eat five small meals per day instead of three big meals. If you don't wake up ravenous, then you ate too much the day before. Stop eating at least two hours before you go to bed. Cut back on the foods you eat with high fat and high sugar content. Eat only single servings (read the label) with less than 3 grams trans fat and 3 grams sugars. Become familiar with websites like http://chubbyloser.com that contain good information on what to eat, including supplements.

Don't consume alcohol—alcohol is nothing more than empty calories with no nutritional value. Some people will argue that alcohol has some health benefits when consumed in moderation—I’m not debating that—but we’re talking about weight loss here. Lay off the booze if you want to lose the belly.

Drink lots of water, then drink more. Not tea, not Gatorade, not milk. Water. If your urine isn’t almost clear, you need to drink more water.

Answer 3

Inline skating is very cardio-intensive, and its easy on the knees. It takes some skill though.

Answer 4

Swimming would be your best bet, also doing ab workouts will help.

Answer 5

SWIMMING IS GREAT!!! HAVE YOU USED A TRAMPOLINE....MIGHT NOT BE TOO TOUGH ..I USED ONE OF THOSE MACHINES WHERE YOU EXTEND YOUR LEGS LIKE YOU ARE RUNNING...

Answer 6

swimming might be your second option.