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Advanced Aerobic Activities
By: Brittani Ikemoto
Aerobic Exercise
Aerobic Video
What is Aerobic Exercise?
 Aerobic exercise is any type of activity that uses large
group of muscles and you can maintain continuously.
 It is a type of exercising that gives the heart and lungs
a challenge and makes them work hard.
 Find a continuous activity that keeps the heart rate up
and move towards a healthier lifestyle.
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(Source: American College of Sports Medicine)
Aerobic Activities
Aerobic vs. Anaerobic
 Anaerobic exercise is an intense physical activity using
energy production.
 The exercises are usually short.
 For example lifting weights or even running a 100
meter dash are considered to be anaerobic.
 (Source: Merriam-Webster)
Why is Aerobic Exercise Important?
 Increases endurance, flexibility and builds muscle
strength.
 Make bones and cardiovascular system stronger.
 Lowers high blood pressure, cholesterol.
 The more aerobic exercise the less fatigued your body
gets.
Examples of Aerobic Exercise
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Running 20 minutes
Cycling 5 miles
Swimming 1000 meters
Walking 1 hour
Aerobic Exercise and Your Brain
Reference Guide to Aerobic Exercise
Guide to Aerobic Exercise
Summary
 Aerobic is a continuous longer exercise. (ex: jogging a
5K race)
 Aerobic exercise is extremely beneficial to the health
of your body and brain.
 Types of aerobic exercise include: cycling, rowing,
walking, running, dancing, skating, dancing, and cross
country skiing.