How to prevent your calves from getting thicker while running

　　Running is highly regarded as the most effective and simplest fitness program, but many friends still have questions: Will running make my calves thicker? Fitness expert Coach Liu Wei pointed out: Using the correct method to lose weight through running can make your calves look better.

　　The main reasons for thinking that running calves will become thicker are the following reasons: Some people feel their calves are tired and tight when running, and think that their calves are "growing thicker". In fact, this is just an illusion; second, the method is wrong. High-intensity and intense anaerobic exercise may make the calf muscles grow, resulting in thicker legs, while aerobic exercise consumes sugar, fat, and amino acids in the body, and will only lose excess fat.

　　How to determine whether your exercise is aerobic exercise? Coach Liu introduced, heart rate When the heart rate is between (220-age×85%) and (220-age×65%), it is aerobic exercise. When the heart rate exceeds (220-age×65%), it is anaerobic exercise. Moreover, during anaerobic metabolism, sugar is decomposed into lactic acid by anaerobic glycolysis, which can make muscles tired and sore.

　　The slimming method to avoid calves becoming thicker should be jogging with aerobic exercise, which is characterized by low intensity, rhythm and long duration. You also need to pay attention to time and speed when running. Generally, aerobic exercise takes at least 30 minutes and can last up to 1-2 hours. The speed should not be too fast, and the heart rate should be controlled within the heart rate range of aerobic exercise, but it should not be too slow, otherwise you will not be able to get up. exercise role.