Check out the transcript of a message board discussion with Weather Expert, Ingrid Amberger. Dr. Jeffrey Masters, Director of Meteorology for the Weather Underground Web site, answered student weather and winter storm questions in the winter of 2001. Dr. Masters received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Meteorology from the University of Michigan.
It is easier on the joints than running. It is non-impact and therefore safer and easier on the joints. Biking is an exercise that you can do even at an older age. It is a great aerobic exercise for losing weight and increasing cardio endurance.
Aerobic vs Anaerobic Exercise. The whole idea behind the fat-burning zone is that if you exercise at a particular heart rate (around 60-70%), you will burn a higher percentage of calories from fat.erobic Exercise. Aerobic exercise is exercise that is typically lower in intensity and is done for a long duration. Aerobic exercise primarily uses fat for energy. Some of these aerobic exercises are activities such as walking, light jogging, bicycling, or using the elliptical machine.