It is no secret that exercise has many wonderful benefits for both your body and mind, and with so many classes to choose from these days, it can be hard to know which will be best for your particular needs. If you are looking for a great cardiovascular workout, you can either go the group class route and sign up for a kickboxing class, or get at it on your own with a date with the treadmill. But that’s not all – your options are truly endless when it comes to busting your butt and getting that much-needed cardio workout in. Any gym that gets your heart rate up and blood pumping will do wonders for your body and overall health, but did you know that cardio exercise also helps to increase your lung capacity, reduce stress, and reduce your risk of having a heart attack or getting diabetes? These are just a few of the awesome benefits of cardiovascular exercise, and there are plenty more that you may have never thought of before. As Arlington’s premier 24-hour fitness gym, we believe in offering you a wide variety of classes to choose from in order to ensure your workout is exactly what you were looking for.

How to Choose Your Cardio Workout

As mentioned, there are many different options that will leave you with a great cardio workout. Whether you are looking for a group class that will get your heart racing or are more inclined to develop your own routine, we have you covered. You can learn all about our group classes here, and if you have any questions or would like to learn more about a specific class, please do not hesitate to ask. Fitness Nation also boasts state-of-the-art equipment and trainers on hand to help you come up with an individualized cardio routine that will allow you to get in shape, while still having fun and meeting your goals. When choosing the right class or individualized plan for you, take some time to think about what kind of exercise you normally enjoy doing. This is the best way to ensure you won’t get bored and will actually stick to the plan you set in place.

Best Gym Classes for Cardio

While pretty much any class you will at Fitness Nation will get your heart rate up, here is a look at a few of the best gym classes for a cardio workout:

• Kickboxing – This class will not only help boost your confidence, but will benefit both your upper and lower body while getting a great cardio workout in.

• Body Attack – This class is designed to be high energy and keep you motivated, all while toning your body and getting at those problem areas.

• Boot Camp – The benefits of Boot Camp are pretty self explanatory, don’t ya think?

• Cycling – Cycling (sometimes referred to as Spinning) has recently become a popular class choice, and for good reason. Both energetic and challenging, our cycling classes are designed to be fun, motivating, and leave you feeling great about your workout.

• Zumba – Our Zumba classes incorporate energetic music with dance moves and exercises that aim to workout your entire body. You are guaranteed to leave this class feeling like you got in a fantastic cardio workout.

To learn more about which exercises or classes are best for cardio, please feel free to drop into Fitness Nation or give us a call today.