The cardiovascular exercise component is your online "how to" manual. Everything you need to know about cardiovascular exercise and exactly how to achieve the results you desire is taught in this manual.

The cardiovascular exercise component is 14 pages long and can be viewed on your computer or printed out. All the examples in this component are linked to video demonstrations that will enhance your understanding.

Below is a list of all the very important topics we'll discuss throughout the cardiovascular exercise component. Members receive full access to the weight management component (and all of the GHF website). In addition, sample topics are provided FREE for non-members. Please refer to the chart below.

In the cardiovascular exercise component, you will find information on:

• The benefits of cardiovascular exercise
• The principles and guidelines for:
  • Warming-up, stretching, and cooling-down to assure safety and effectiveness
  • How many days per week you should exercise
  • How long each exercise session should last for maximum benefits
  • How to monitor your training intensity
  • The five different training zones and how to identify the best zone for achieving your goal
  • How to overcome plateaus by using different training techniques that alleviate boredom and produce new results
• Guidelines for determining an activities potential for generating cardiovascular benefits
• How to combine strength training, flexibility training, and good nutrition into your cardiovascular exercise program
• Ways to stay motivated
• Your body type what results you can expect
• The best ways to measure progress
• The precautions you should follow to assure safety