Discussion on the best ways to stay fit, including which workout measures are most effective.

I’ve been asked by my clients many questions regarding workout routines.  They all want to know what methods are most effective.  The questions range from the simple; how many days a week should i workout?  To the more complex; what is the best ratio, strength training to cardio for building muscle and burning fat?  There are varying opinions about these issues and seemingly every seminar i attend gives me a different point of view.  Here’s my take.  Strength training is an essential part of any fitness routine and the benefits range from better athletic performance for those who actively participate in sports, to an increase in bone density for those battling the onset of osteoperosis.  It’s a widely recognized fact that the human body can increase muscle well into the 60’s in some cases. Along with making day to day life easier, increased muscle helps posture, helps prevent joint problems and simply feels good psychologically.  Couple that with a daily cardio routine (defined as endurance exercise achieved by raising the heart rate) and you have your fitness routine.  What u do in this regard almost doesn’t matter as long as u do SOMETHING that incorporates both components in your routine and u do them regularly.  You will almost certainly receive a noticable fitness benefit.