What's the Best Exercise?

One of questions I am asked most often is, “what is the best type of exercise?”  Well, it’s simple - the best exercise is what YOU will do!  It’s important to find an exercise you enjoy so you’ll do it consistently.  To optimize your fitness results you should include cardiovascular exercise, strength (aka resistance) training, and flexibility training.

Many years ago, prior to training clients at the gym I would often ride a stationary bike.  Members who were using other machines would ask me if the exercise bike was a better cardiovascular exercise than the treadmill and/or elliptical machine.  Interestingly, all of the machines would have provided a sufficient workout.  Any exercise in which you are overloading your muscles (working them harder than normally accustomed) is good for your body!

One of the keys to achieving your health and wellness goals is consistency.  Choose a few fitness activities you enjoy and you’ll be motivated to exercise every day!