What are some examples of cardiovascular exercises?

Rose Reisman

Nutrition & Dietetics

Cardiovascular exercise strengthens your heart, increases your lung capacity and creates endurance. Here are several heart and lung strengthening exercises:

Running
Brisk walking
Swimming
Biking
Working out on cardio equipment
Aerobic classes or DVDs

When the exercise becomes too easy, which usually means that you can have a full-blown conversation, then it's time to bump up the intensity. You have to up the ante if you want continued results.

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