Core Rhythms is an Aerobic Workout

There are various types of aerobic exercise. In general, aerobic exercise is one performed at a moderately high level of intensity over a long period of time. For example, running a long distance at a moderate pace is an aerobic exercise, but sprinting is not. Playing singles tennis, with near-continuous motion is generally considered aerobic activity, while golf or doubles tennis, with their more frequent breaks, may not be.

Based on this definition Core Rhythms as a form of physical fitness, performed at a constant level of intensity while maintaining an increased heart rate would render all the benefits derived from of any aerobic exercise of this type along with many other benefits not achieved through other programs. The benefits of aerobic dance exercise programs like Core Rhythms are numerous including:

• strengthening of the heart and the muscles involved in respiration
  
• toning of the muscles throughout the body
  
• increasing circulation to the heart
  
• reducing blood pressure
  

Aerobic activity like Core Rhythms can result in the reduced risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular problems. When jumping actions are included in the aerobic workout there is also a reduced chance of osteoporosis because of the strengthening of the bones. Many report increased energy throughout the day as well as being more responsive and alert.

The stretching portion of Core Rhythms increases flexibility and helps prevent injury in day to day activity. Flexibility, agility, stability and strength are all bi-products of doing a strong cardio, core strengthening program such as Core Rhythms.

Many people have seen dramatic weight loss along with these other benefits due to the high number of calories burned while doing high intensity Latin dance moves included in the dance workout.