Popular types of fitness

Aerobic. The advantage of this type is that it helps to strengthen the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, increase tone and get rid of extra pounds.

Body flexion. It includes a special system of breathing exercises, as well as exercises aimed at strengthening and stretching muscles, which contribute to the fight against excess fat and good health. The basis of performing exercises is correct breathing.

Callanetics. This type is also called the "fat burning" fitness direction. It is based on static loads and yoga asanas (poses), diluted with muscle stretching. In this process, all types of muscles are involved, which leads to a more active distribution of fat. For comparison, some experts give the following figures: 1 hour of callanetics can be equivalent to 7 hours of fitness and 24 hours of aerobics.

Pilates The possibility of no shock to the body and negative reactions makes this type of fitness popular. It helps to develop the elasticity of ligaments and muscles, endurance, flexibility of joints.

Tai-bo involves combining elements of combat (taekwondo and boxing), aerobics and dance movements to rhythmic music. Classes are not for everyone, because the main requirement is endurance, energy and strength.

Fitball. Everyone has heard about the equipment of the same name in the form of a special inflatable ball - fitball, which comes to the aid of all those who seek to develop flexibility, correct posture, improve plasticity of movements and coordination. In addition, fitball helps to strengthen the muscles of the back, buttocks and press.