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I do 60 minutes of cardio and 30 - 40 minutes of strength training 6 days a week. I'm trying to lose weight. Is it possible to do too much cardio?
Hi Regina,
Always consult with your medical doctor before starting and adjusting your exercise program.
Then consult with a degreed, certified and experienced personal fitness trainer to work your to accomplished your goals. Since nutrition is a factor, also consult with a state license Registered Dietitian referred from your medical doctor.
Yes, sometimes people do too much cardio and/or resistance training. Usually cross-training of different activities is best along with gradually exercise progressions.
Stay Healthy,
Michele
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Michele C. Blake-Jones
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Dance, Group Exercise and Personal Fitness Training Becoming and Enhancing your career as a fitness professional. Preparing for fitness certifications. Basic Kinesiology. American Red Cross - Basic CPR/AED/First Aid
Experience
1. Dance, Group Exercise and Personal Fitness Training
2. Children, Adults, Older Adults, General Populations, Special Populations.
Organizations
C.A.H.P.E.R.D, .A.A.P.E.R.D.,and A.F.A.A
Publications
A.F.A.A.'s American Fitness magzine
Education/Credentials
1) BS (Kinesiology), AA (Physical Education)
2) Community College Certifications: C.S.U.C. - Group Exercise, L.A.V.C. - Group Exercise, L.A.P.C. Personal Trainer, L.A.M.C. Group Exercise and Personal Trainer.
3) A.F.A.A Certifications: Fitness Practitioner,Primary Group, Step Training, KickBoxing, Personal Fitness Trainer, Advance Personal Fitness Trainer and Weightroom-Resistance Specialist.
4) Y.M.C.A Certifications: Fitness Leader, Strength Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Cardio/Step Instuctor and Strength/Conditioning
5) American Red Cross - CPR/AED/First Aid Certified Instructor
6)Older Adults Certifications: Silver Sneakers, Arthritis Exercise Program Instructor and Matter of Balance
7) Other certifications: Kardio Kick Instructor, Rhythm/Tribal Dance Workout Instructor and 24 Hour Fitness Exercise Instructor.
Awards and Honors
1. C.S.U.N. - Education Equity Award for Outstanding Service for the Kinesiology Department (1999)
2. C.S.U.N. - Certificate of Appreciation for the Kinesiology Major's Club (1999)
3. American Heart Association (Dance for Heart) - Certificate of Appreciation (1994)
4. American Red Cross - Healthy & Safety Service Award
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