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Secondly, do some cardiovascular training. This is your chance to be creative; there are so many ways to work out your lungs, heart and endurance. I know that many people do not like running on treadmills, or just do not like running in general. But running is so good for you. If you do not like treadmills then go run outside. If you have bad knees, join a gym that has a pool and do sprints in the pool. Go hiking, hiking is a great way to build endurance and strength, plus you getting to breathe fresh air. I like to get outside and do wind sprints Cheap Patriots Jerseys , or get on a basketball court and run lines. There are so many ways to do cardio workouts, even if it just play the sport itself, like basketball, tennis, football, even racquetball. Have fun with it.
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