Cross Training Questions
Is there any way I can reduce my pulse on the cross trainer?
I've been going to the gym for three weeks now and usually do 40mins of aerobic exercise. I usually do 20-30 on the bike and 20 or so on the rowing machine. I went straight from the bike to the cross trainer today and my pulse went upto 160bpm and I nearly puked. Should I maybe start on the cross trainer and then go to the other machines later? I usually don't have any problems with the bike or rower in relation to pulse or puking. I can add details if necessary I'm 37 yrs old. 5foot7 and 13 stone. I ate at 0815 (cereal with honey and a banana) in the gym by 09:15
Public Comments
- Your age is a very important factor. By what you say, you sound like you are in reasonably good shape. Either way, you should never go at a pace that makes you want to puke. The younger you are the higher bpm is allowed, but again be sensible about it. Next time you feel upset or nauseous, either lower the resistance or slow down a bit (or both). That should get your bpm down into a more comfortable range for you. Also, it is important that you change your routine once in awhile. Use different machines as you are currently doing, but also change things up by doing them in a different order. This should help you out. One last thing. You didn't mention if you are doing any resistance training or not, but if not, you should....they work hand in hand with each other. The more muscle you have the more efficiently you burn calories and fat. Good luck and I hope this helped!!
- A pulse of 160 is a good target for aerobic exercise. This feeling of wanting to puke is not a good sign (some cardiac distress manifests as nausea). I'd go have a stress test if I were you.
- BPM of 160 is a good aerobic target for a moderately fit person. IF you are not very fit it may be because you are pushing yourself harder than you are accustomed to or have eaten poorly so not enough blood sugars. Have you eaten within an hour before training Have you eaten at all earlier in the day . Feeling sick can be a sign of low blood sugars.
