for me aerobics classes are great. Stay away from the one's that are all dance. You don't want to be focusing energy on learning routines unless they provide a cardio work out and aren't frustrating in the least. I do one class that is weight lifting. Low weight tons of rep's - for me I get a cardio work at the same time because of the pace we keep. Fun music - upbeat people. I highly suggest a class like this. Also I do another class on mini trampolines. This is good (cleans lymphnadic system) cardio workout as well as toning muscles due to agility workout. Sometimes makes my hemoptysis act up though.
In general though, I need an hour long class because otherwise I will wimp out on the elyptical machine. Probably I get bored and then I focus on my labored breathing and find I've had enough. pity party. you know the drill. So with the class things are always changing and I work hard and enjoy it. With each passing class you get better and better until you'll find you're better than most of the people in the class.
I also do yoga once a week. I find this class good for concentrating on good deep breathing and reconnecting with my lungs. I do not find this class a good workout though. For me I need to get my heartrate up between 140-160 for a solid hour to feel good day in day out.
In general though, I need an hour long class because otherwise I will wimp out on the elyptical machine. Probably I get bored and then I focus on my labored breathing and find I've had enough. pity party. you know the drill. So with the class things are always changing and I work hard and enjoy it. With each passing class you get better and better until you'll find you're better than most of the people in the class.
I also do yoga once a week. I find this class good for concentrating on good deep breathing and reconnecting with my lungs. I do not find this class a good workout though. For me I need to get my heartrate up between 140-160 for a solid hour to feel good day in day out.