aerobics

exercise that increases the need for oxygen

leads a class]]Aerobic exercise is complementary to anaerobic exercise. Aerobic literally means 'with oxygen', and refers to the use of oxygen in the energy-generating process for muscles. Oxygen, fats, and glucose are used to produce adenosine triphosphate, the basic fuel for all cell (biology)cells.There are various types of aerobic exercise. In general, aerobic exercise is one that is performed at a moderately high level of intensity over a long period of time. For example, running a long distance at a moderate pace is an aerobic exercise, but sprinting is not.Aerobic exercise confers many health benefits. It burns calories very effectively and, if performed regularly, can also increase the basal metabolic rate, both of which aid in weight loss. This form of exercise was first promoted by Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper in the 1960s, as a type of training designed to strengthen the heart and the lungs. When test subjects participated in regular, vigorous aerobic exercise, they gained a number of health benefits, which he collectively called the aerobic 'Training Effect'. These benefits include:

Strengthening the muscles involved in respiration, to facilitate the flow of air in and out of the lungs.

Strenghtening the heart muscle, to improve its pumping efficiency and reduce the resting heart rate.

Toning muscles throughout the body, which can improve overall circulation and reduce blood pressure.

Increasing the total number of red blood cells in the body, to facilitate transport of oxygen throughout the body.Regular, vigorous aerobic activity can, therefore, reduce the risk of death due to cardiovascular problems. In addition, high-impact aerobic activities (such as jogging or jumping rope) can stimulate bone growth, and reduce the risk of osteoporosis for both women and men.'Aerobics' is a particular form of aerobic exercise. Aerobics classes generally involve rapid stepping patterns, performed to music with cues provided by an instructor. This type of aerobic activity became quite popular after the 1970 publication of Dr. Cooper's book 'The New Aerobics', and went through a brief period of intense popularity in the 1980s, when many celebrities (such as Jane Fonda and Richard Simmons) produced videos or created television shows promoting this type of aerobic exercise.

See also -

Anaerobic exercise - the opposite or complementary to aerobic exercise

Aerobic respiration

Cycling

Heart rate monitor

Training Effect

External links -

exrx.net - Impact of Exercise Intensity on Body Fatness and Skeletal Muscle Metabolism

faqs.org - Misc.fitness.aerobic FAQ

ericdigests.org - School Children and Fitness: Aerobics for Life

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Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
The world's largest fitness educator, providing certification to fitness professionals, and educational materials for professionals, corporations, and enthusiasts.
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WebAerobics
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The Cooper Institute
Nonprofit research and education organization dedicated to preventive medicine. Information on training, certifications, and products.
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