Component training is a method combining several types of cardiovascular exercises, one immediately after another for a great aerobic workout. For example, you would jog for 15 minutes on a treadmill followed by 15 minutes on the bicycle and then 15 minutes of swimming. This is somewhat equivalent to a mini-triathlon event. Component training can provide many health benefits when done correctly and supplementing a fitness program.

Component training offers a variety to the normal routine and is good for aerobic training. Note that the heart cannot recognize whether the calories burned come from bicycle training or treadmill training or a rowing machine. The key in this particular training method is to utilize different parts of your body and to give you a slight variety so your motivation is being kept up.