What is fitness? “The state or condition of being physically sound and healthy, especially as the result of exercise and proper nutrition. (Dictionary, 2014)” Being physically fit is being able to do tasks that require lots of energy and still being able to do school or work related activities, and activities with friends and family as well. It is a basis for good health and well-being of a person. Fitness involves the heart, lungs, and muscles of the body to work together (Bangor Daily News, 2014). There are several components to improve for a person to get physically fit. Aerobic capacity and muscular strength/ endurance are two important healthy fitness components that will lead a person in the right direction to a healthier and longer life.
Aerobic capacity is a how well the body uses air or oxygen during a workout or exercise. Exercises that require lots of high-energy improve aerobic capacity by strengthening the heart muscle and improving the function of the rest of the cardiorespiratory system. Several people want to improve personal aerobic capacity levels. Once a person improves their aerobic fitness level their risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type II diabetes, heart disease, and risk of obesity lower significantly. “The body undergoes multiple adaptations when continuously engaging in aerobic exercise. The heart, lungs, active muscles and circulatory system all undergo changes that are positive to your health. Popular forms of aerobic exercise include running, jogging, swimming, biking and circuit workouts. (Bradley, 2013)” Even though there are several ways to improve aerobic capacity, it really depends on the “FITT Principles.” The FITT Principles are frequency, intensity, type, and time of exercise se...
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Aerobic exercise formal definition is defined as strengthening the heart and lungs by making them work hard for several minutes or more. According to the American Heart Association, titled “American Heart Association Recommendations for Physical Activity in Adults”, studies have shown that staying active, such as performing cardiovascular exercise, can help prevent heart disease and stroke, which are the nation's No.1 and No.4 killers.
part to a longer life is staying healthy. There are many benefits to improving the way a person
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The Queens College/McArdle Step Test, the Rockport One Mile Walk Test, and the 1.5 Mile Run Test are three different field tests that were performed in this lab that were used to measure and predict an individual’s aerobic capacity. The measurement of aerobic capacity, or VO2 max, is a valid way to assess an individual’s cardiorespiratory fitness level. VO2 max refers to the maximal amount of oxygen an individual utilizes during intensive exercise. A higher VO2 max demonstrates a more efficient cardiorespiratory system as an individual with a higher VO2 max can sustain a higher intensity for a longer
Aerobic exercise involves improving the cardiovascular system. It increases the efficiency with which the body is able to utilize oxygen (Dintiman, Stone, Pennington, & Davis, 1984). In other words, aerobic exercise means that continuous and large amounts of oxygen are needed to get in order to generate the amount of energy needed to complete the workout. The most common type of aerobic exercise is long-distance running, or jogging. While running, the body requires large amounts of energy in order for the body to sustain energy. “During prolonged exercise, most of the energy is aerobic, derived from the oxidation of carbohydrates and fats” (Getchell, 1976).
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Did you know that exercise increases energy levels and increases serotonin in the brain, which leads to improved mental clarity? It doesn't only help with your brain but it helps with your whole body. In recent years, many people have become increasingly aware of their physical fitness. Well, I wonder why, it’s because it has something that’s free and you can do it any and everywhere. Some of the benefits from exercising are: it will improve your memory, you will have better posture, it will boost your confidence, it’s a way to de-stress from a long day, you’ll sleep better, you will have more energy, you will get sick less often, you’ll live longer, and you will just be happier in general. I mean who doesn't want all that in your life. Seems like exercising will make life a little easier. “Regular physical activity of at least moderate intensity provides general health benefits across a range of diseases and across all ages. In particular, there is strong evidence that the greatest health benefits happen when the least active people become moderately active.” Not having physical activity in your daily life can have a significant risks for bad health. Physical activity is defined as a general state of health and well-being or specifically the ability to perform aspects of sports or occupations. Exercise is activity requiring physical effort, to sustain or improve health and fitness. Physical fitness is a general state of health and well-being or specifically the ability to perform aspects of sports or occupations. While it might be too much work and theres not enough time, you need fitness in your life.
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