So after two kids in two years , I've got the momma tire around my middle!  I'm 23 and stuffing my stomach into my jeans!!  What do you feel is the best cardio exercise to rid this fat fast??

Hi danya.tess, 

Congrats on being a mom!  One of the hardest jobs on Earth!  

I recommend all types of cardio from walking, jogging, hiking, biking, Spin class, DVD's such as Taebo, Yoga Booty Ballet, P90X or the Firm!  Join a local Boot Camp, if possible!  The key here is to incorporate a variety of workouts, and begin really challenging yourself with increasing the intensity of each workout!  If you're walking, add hills to your walk or jog for 1-2 minutes at a time.  By increasing the speed, resistance or elevation of your cardio workouts, you'll begin burning more calories per session!  It is important to take your heart rate into the higher realm (75%+) for a short period then you can bring it back down to recover, then do it again.  Add 1-2+ minutes of jumping rope, jumping on a mini-tramp.... Whatever you're doing now, begin to increase the workload!  By doing this you'll maximize your fat-burning and calorie-burning potential!

Be proud of yourself and keep up the hard work!

Best in health, 

Kelli

 I used to do high-impact aerobics for my cardio, but have fears now of hurting my knees, so now I do the recumbent bike at the gym and it seems to be working!  I also do weights for strength training.  Tampabayb

Hi tampabayb, 

The recumbent bike is great and is easy on the joints. There are also other great alternatives from high impact aerobics/activities such as walking, swimming, water aerobics, and strength training.  Keep up the great work and stay committed!  

Your friend in fitness, 

Kelli

speed walk or jogging is the best form of exercise you can do for yourself. im going to start as soon as my toe is fixed. i wish i could now. but its killer on my toe.

Hi again Kelli,

Thanks for the note on recumbent bike.  I'm one of the 47 million Americans without insurance, so safety first!  Also, I REALLY like watching tv while I'm on the bike, I find it very relaxing.  I appreciate your help!  Tampabayb

Hi tampabayb, 

Wanted to check in with you and see how you're doing.  The recumbent bike is so great for getting in a terrific cardio workout while reading, watching TV, etc. and is easy on the joints!

Hope you're continuing to make progress and are getting closer to your health and fitness goals each and every day!

Best in health, 

Kelli