(HealthDay News) -- Cross training involves combining a different types of exercise in a total body workout. It can also help prevent boredom and keep you motivated.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons suggests how to create a cross-training exercise program:
- Opt for 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times weekly as one component of your cross-training. Examples include walking, climbing stairs or skating.
- Perform strength training exercises twice weekly, although not on consecutive days. An example is lifting weights.
- Focus on flexibility as the third component. Examples that can be performed for five to 10 minutes daily include stretching or yoga.
