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**xyznicks** · 09-27-2006, 07:00 AM

"I read in the manual that the most efficient level of exertion for fat burning is fairly low intensity"

I guess it depends on what 'they' term as low/mid/high intensity. Generally your pulse rate is the best guide. Where working out on your treadmill at 60-70% of your max* is highly effective and safe for beginners and intermediates. At an advanced stage 80-85% is the norm.

*220 minus X [your age] = Approx. Max pulse rate. [but best to check with your physician first]

At this level you should be able to still hold a conversation .. but with shorter sentences.

If you haven't run for a while I'd recommend walking on your treadmill [low-impact], but hold weights in your hands. If the machine allows, incline the tread as you progress. More weight + incline + increased tempo really burns the calories. 'Experts' seem to disagree with duration .. but general concensus seems to average out at about 45 mins.

Happy training.

09-27-2006, 07:00 AM	#9
xyznicks Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 399 Senior Member	"I read in the manual that the most efficient level of exertion for fat burning is fairly low intensity" I guess it depends on what 'they' term as low/mid/high intensity. Generally your pulse rate is the best guide. Where working out on your treadmill at 60-70% of your max* is highly effective and safe for beginners and intermediates. At an advanced stage 80-85% is the norm. *220 minus X [your age] = Approx. Max pulse rate. [but best to check with your physician first] At this level you should be able to still hold a conversation .. but with shorter sentences. If you haven't run for a while I'd recommend walking on your treadmill [low-impact], but hold weights in your hands. If the machine allows, incline the tread as you progress. More weight + incline + increased tempo really burns the calories. 'Experts' seem to disagree with duration .. but general concensus seems to average out at about 45 mins. Happy training.
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