01 January 2023

An Ecological Approach to the Effects of Freestyle Step Aerobics - CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH


An Ecological Approach to the Effects of Freestyle Step Aerobics

PART I - Cardiovascular Health

Introduction

A well-liked form of exercise known as "freestyle step aerobics" brings the fun and vigour of dance together with the advantages of cardio and strength training. On a raised platform, different stepping and jumping motions are performed, usually to the beat of upbeat music. Freestyle step aerobics, a type of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), can improve cardiovascular fitness, aid in weight loss, and tone muscles, among other health and fitness benefits. To prevent injury, it's crucial to approach this kind of exercise carefully and with the right form.

We'll examine how freestyle step aerobics affects: in this article:

  • Cardiovascular Health 
  • Weight Loss 
  • Muscle Toning 
  • Proper Technique and Injury Prevention

Cardiovascular Health

A well-liked form of exercise called freestyle step aerobics involves moving in various ways on a raised platform, or step, while keeping time with the music. Numerous health advantages of this kind of exercise have been demonstrated, including better cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular health improvement is one of the main advantages of freestyle step aerobics. The sustained and intense physical activity required for this kind of exercise can raise heart rate and increase oxygen consumption in the body. As a result, the heart may become stronger and have better blood-pump efficiency. Freestyle step aerobics can therefore aid in lowering the risk of cardiovascular diseases like heart disease, high blood pressure, and others.

From an ecological standpoint, we will investigate the effects of freestyle step aerobics on cardiovascular health, looking at the various variables that might affect the association between these two types of exercise.

The fundamental mechanisms by which freestyle step aerobics can enhance cardiovascular health must first be understood. Our bodies need a bigger intake of oxygen when we exercise because the muscles are using more energy. In order to get this oxygen to the muscles, the heart pumps more blood throughout the body, raising blood pressure and heart rate in the process. By strengthening the heart muscle and boosting its effectiveness over time, this increased demand for oxygen can result in improvements in cardiovascular health.


Freestyle step aerobics not only benefits the heart directly, but also indirectly by lowering other heart disease risk factors. For instance, consistent exercise has been demonstrated to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, both of which are crucial for preserving good cardiovascular health. Freestyle step aerobics can also aid in lowering body fat and enhancing insulin sensitivity, both of which are crucial for preventing the onset of diabetes, a risk factor for heart disease.

Freestyle step aerobics and cardiovascular health do not always go hand in hand, though. The degree to which this type of exercise affects cardiovascular health may depend on a variety of variables. For instance, the degree of difficulty of the exercise may be crucial. According to studies, low-intensity exercise has less of an impact on cardiovascular health than moderate exercise, while high-intensity exercise may be linked to a higher risk of injury and a lower level of enjoyment. Therefore, it's critical for people doing freestyle step aerobics to strike a balance between intensity and fun so that their cardiovascular health benefits are maximized.

The individual's pre-exercise fitness level is a significant additional variable that could have an impact on the relationship between freestyle step aerobics and cardiovascular health. Freestyle step aerobics has been shown to have a greater positive impact on cardiovascular health in physically fit people than in less fit people, according to studies. This might be as a result of the stronger cardiovascular health foundation that already fit people have, which makes further physical activity have a greater positive impact on their cardiovascular health.

The relationship between freestyle step aerobics and cardiovascular health may be impacted by a number of environmental and social factors in addition to these individual-level ones. For instance, whether or not a person engages in freestyle step aerobics and how frequently they do so may depend on their access to a convenient and safe place to work out. A key element in sustaining regular physical activity may also be the presence of supportive social networks, such as friends or family who practice freestyle step aerobics.

The relationship between freestyle step aerobics and cardiovascular health may also be influenced by a variety of cultural and social factors. For instance, cultural differences in societal norms and expectations regarding physical activity may affect the prevalence of freestyle step aerobics and other forms of exercise. The capacity of an individual to engage in regular physical activity may also be impacted by variables like time restraints and job demands.

Conclusion

Last but not least, freestyle step aerobics can strengthen the heart muscle, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reduce body fat and insulin resistance, and have many other positive effects on cardiovascular health. But how freestyle step aerobics affects cardiovascular health is still unknown.

Next article

In December 2022 we discussed "Freestyle Step And Your Mental Health....and benefits for mental well-being". This year we started a series on the "Effects of Freestyle Step Aerobics" series talking about how freestyle step impacts our health. This being the first article, we will start with "Effects of Freestyle Step Aerobics and its impact on Cardiovascular Health". The article for the month of February 2023 we will continue the series, but this time with the "Effects of Freestyle Step Aerobics on Weight loss". Don't miss out on this great subject. Keep an eye open for the next or become a blog subscriber/follower. We'd love you to be on board!



"The information provided herein is strictly for educational purposes. Always consult your qualified Group Fitness Instructor before implementing any suggestions above."

Disclaimer

You must get your physician's approval before beginning any exercise suggested in this blog or any of its articles. Any recommendations found within these articles are not medical guidelines but are for educational purposes only. You must consult your physician prior to starting any suggestions in this blog, or if you have any medical condition or injury that contraindicates physical activity. The suggestions in this blog article are designed for individuals 18 years and older that have been approved by their physician to take any of the suggestions above.

The information in this blog article is meant to supplement, not replace, proper exercise training. All forms of exercise pose some inherent risks. As such we advise readers to take full responsibility for their safety and know their limits. Before practicing the exercises in this blog article, be sure that your equipment is well-maintained, and do not take risks beyond your level of experience, aptitude, training and fitness. The exercises and dietary programs in this article are not intended as a substitute for any exercise routine or treatment or dietary regime that may have been prescribed by your physician.

Do not lift heavy weights if you are alone, inexperienced, injured, or fatigued. Do not perform any exercises unless you have been shown the proper technique by a certified personal trainer or certified strength and conditioning specialist. Always ask for instruction and assistance when lifting. Do not perform any exercise without proper instruction. Always do a warm-up prior to resistance training and interval training.

See your physician before starting any exercise or nutrition program. If you are taking any medications, you must talk to your physician before starting any exercise program, including Freestyle Step Aerobics. If you experience any light-headedness, dizziness, or shortness of breath while exercising, stop the movement and consult a physician.

You must have a complete physical examination if you are sedentary, if you have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes, if you are overweight, or if you are over 30 years old. Please discuss all nutritional changes with your physician or a registered dietician. If your physician recommends that you do not do Freestyle Step Aerobics, please follow your Doctor's orders.



That was our February 2023 article. Remember to feel free to comment, or contact me via email to FreestyleStepXTRVGNZ@gmail.com , and comment on what you think of this article, or any article you have read, or just any improvements you may want to see happening.

Bruno Jimenez
February 2023