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| by Diet Detective Editorial Staff | |
| Friday, 07 July 2006 | |
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Are those rosy cheeks a sign of a bad workout? What a flushed face can tell you about your routine. Working out to get a body that stops traffic is one thing. Working out to get a face that looks like a stop sign is entirely another matter. "Developing a red, flushed face when exercising is normal for some but a warning for others," says Jeffrey Horowitz, master trainer. "Telling the difference between the two can keep you from letting it stand in the way of your workout goals." If you don't feel unusually fatigued and can still talk comfortably in short sentences then, chances are, you simply have more surface blood vessels in your face, which are responsible for helping your body dissipate excess heat. Your face turns red as these capillaries fill up with blood, acting as mini-radiators by opening up and forcing out heat. "However, having a flushed face could also be an indicator that you're working your body harder than you should be," says Horowitz. If your workout leaves you incredibly winded and you find it extremely difficult to catch your breath long enough to speak in sentences, it's a safe bet that you're pushing your body beyond its own capacity. To make sure you're keeping your heart rate within the recommended range for your age, check your heart rate before, during and after your workout. You should be exercising at a pace that's between 60 and 70 percent of your maximum heart rate. (To find your maximum heart rate, subtract your age from 220.) If you find that your problem is also accompanied by nausea, dizziness and fatigue, it's best to put your exercise regime on hold for a few days and consult a physician. Bookmark:            Trackback(0)
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