Question 1

are aerobics classes a good way for someone to stay in shape?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Aerobics is a great way to get and stay in shape. If you have joint problems - might want to avoid or limit high impact.  Mix up your exercises for best results.

Question 2

i just began a step aerobics class. can you provide some basic guidelines to follow so that i don't get hurt?

Accepted Answer

Listen to your body: Stretch before and after. Ask the instructor for proper stretching technique. Also, listen to your body. Never exceed what feels comfortable to you and stop immediately if what you are doing feels painful to you. Rest and then try again. If still hurts, it's no good for you and try something else.

Question 3

what types of shoes are recommended for an aerobics class?

Accepted Answer

See below: Use a court shoe or a cross trainer.

Question 4

i have a small dime sized, painless lump in upper front left thigh for a few months.   most noticeable after aerobics class.   what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: It is most likely a lipoma but there are several other possibilities. The best thing to do is have it checked by a doctor.

Question 5

hi, its the fourth day since my tooth extraction, is it normal for me to feel slight pain? when is it ok to return to aerobics class (its fast pace)

Accepted Answer

Normal: It is difficult to determine over the internet how difficult the extraction was.. Each one is different, and since people heal differently, it is hard to say. Sutures? Makes a difference. Ask your surgeon when you can resume activities, since they know your situation best... You usually can return to strenuous activities when the wound has healed.

Question 6

ctd.entire face turns tomato red during aerobics class tho i'm fit.so bad i look ill! no1 else in class gets this.hrs later:.butterfly rash.r/t ctd?

Accepted Answer

Some people flush: Probably you also flush if you swallow alcohol. So what? You can apply cool water. You can get afrin (oxymetazoline) (or the cheaper generic) and apply a few drops to your face before exercise to constrict the blood vessels.

Question 7

had microdisectomy (l5-s1) 1.5 years ago - no problems since. want to do trampoline  aerobics class (no twisting/situps) (at tramp. park). is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Probably no: Pounding and jumping is not good for the intervertebral discs.

Question 8

5yo kid slightly overweight, weight 24 kg, height 120 cm. recently joined to dance classes, doing simple yoga, aerobics dance at home, will it help?

Accepted Answer

Good work!: Increasing aerobic exercise is a great way to start a fitness habit that will help your child now and possibly for life.  Making movement fun is a tremendous help.

Question 9

which is good to reduce weight gym or aerobics?

Accepted Answer

Both good choices: To lose weight sensibly you need to limit your caloric intake and get moving to burn up calories. This can be done with fancy "cardio" equipment in the gym, doing aerobics or even by walking or running on your own. Be consistent in your approach, drink lots of water and you will be successful. Good luck.

Question 10

which is better for weight reduction-yoga or aerobics?

Accepted Answer

Aerobics: Aerobic exercise for at least 30 minutes a day is an excellent way to burn fat resulting in better weight loss than one can get from yoga. Yoga is important for flexibility and core strengthening, however.

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Are aerobics classes a good way for someone to stay in shape?

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I just began a step aerobics class. can you provide some basic guidelines to follow so that i don't get hurt?

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What types of shoes are recommended for an aerobics class?

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I have a small dime sized, painless lump in upper front left thigh for a few months. most noticeable after aerobics class. what could this be?

A member asked:

Hi, its the fourth day since my tooth extraction, is it normal for me to feel slight pain? when is it ok to return to aerobics class (its fast pace)

A member asked:

Ctd.entire face turns tomato red during aerobics class tho i'm fit.so bad i look ill! no1 else in class gets this.hrs later:.butterfly rash.r/t ctd?

A member asked:

Had microdisectomy (l5-s1) 1.5 years ago - no problems since. want to do trampoline aerobics class (no twisting/situps) (at tramp. park). is it safe?

A member asked:

5yo kid slightly overweight, weight 24 kg, height 120 cm. recently joined to dance classes, doing simple yoga, aerobics dance at home, will it help?

A member asked:

Which is good to reduce weight gym or aerobics?

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Which is better for weight reduction-yoga or aerobics?

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