Cardio Training involves optimizing your cardiovascular rate to increase the flow of oxygen to the heart and muscles. The more oxygen you can get to your heart and muscles, the greater the endurance level you will achieve. This type of training produces many physiological benefits such as:

• Improvement in the function of the heart

• Reduced blood pressure

• Burns calories

• More efficient exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

• Increased blood supply to the muscles and heart

• Improved respiratory function

• Increased neural, endocrine, and metabolic functioning

Cardio at Shahin

Some of the more popular cardio exercises at Shahin include the various aerobics, martial arts, and aqua fitness classes, as well as swimming laps. Otherwise, cardio training can also be achieved by the use of the following pieces of equipment available at Shahin.

† Actual model & brand of equipment may vary.

Elliptical Trainer The elliptical trainer is a great way to build endurance while protecting your aching joints from high impact activities. Plus, if you use one with arms, it's just like using a cross-country ski machine. The elliptical trainer is also a good choice for runners looking for a break from pounding the pavement. A 145-LB person burns about 300 calories in 30 minutes.
Recumbent Bike Recumbent bikes offer a wider seat and more back support than a traditional spinning bike. Because the pedals on a recumbent are positioned in front of you rather than directly below, you will work your glutes and thighs differently than on a traditional bicycle, which will give you new results from your cycling workout.
Treadmill The treadmill is unsurpassed for a cardiovascular workout. It works the large muscles in your body. According to a study done by the Medical College of Wisconsin, calories burned on the treadmill for 30 minutes averaged 300. Because the deck of the treadmill is cushioned, the impact to knees, ankles and other joints is much less than running on a hard street or sidewalk.
Stairclimber Stair climbers build leg muscles, tone the buttocks and provide a good all-over aerobic workout. But technique is more important here than on any other machine: Use a stair climber incorrectly (or cheat) and you're wasting your time. You can get a substantial workout from a stair climber, provided you don't support yourself on your elbows or lean in too much.
Rowing Machine This is an often overlooked machine in the gym because most people are confused about how it works. Vigorous rowing can really get your heart rate up while working your arms like crazy. Plus, it's probably not something you do very often which means you'll burn even more calories. In 30 minutes, a 145-LB person can burn about 300 calories.