Health Benefits of Aerobic Exercise and Warm-up

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of aerobic exercise?

  • Increased muscle mass significantly (correct)
  • Better sleep quality
  • Improved cardiovascular health
  • Reduced anxiety and stress

Aerobic exercise has no effect on blood pressure or cholesterol levels.

False (B)

Name one warm-up exercise that involves rotation.

Neck Rotation

Aerobic exercise helps maintain a physically fit body and can aid in reaching a healthy _______.

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Match the following exercises with their counts:

<p>Jogging in place = 16 counts Curl-ups = 16 counts Knee Push-up = 16 counts Jumping Jack = 8 counts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of aerobics?

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Aerobic exercises should always be performed in a group setting with an instructor.

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Name one of the five components of a formal aerobics class.

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The main purpose of performing aerobic exercises is to promote ________ and prevent illness.

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Match the components of aerobics classes with their descriptions:

<p>Warm-up = 5-10 minutes of preparing the body for exercise Cardiovascular conditioning = 25-30 minutes of heart rate-raising activity Muscular strength and conditioning = 10-15 minutes of enhancing muscle power Cool-down = 5-8 minutes of relaxing post-exercise Stretching and flexibility = 5-8 minutes of improving range of motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who developed step aerobics?

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Step aerobics can help strengthen knee muscles.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum recommended time for moderate aerobic exercise per week?

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Step aerobics primarily uses a __________ of varying height.

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Match the following step aerobics moves with their descriptions:

<p>Corner Knee = Moving to the corner while knee lifting V-Step = Step out to a V shape before returning L-Step = Stepping in an L pattern Over-the-Top = Stepping over the platform from one side to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common move in step aerobics?

<p>Push-ups (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Aerobic exercise is the same as anaerobic exercise.

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What are two benefits of regular aerobic exercise?

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Flashcards

Aerobic exercise

A type of physical activity that primarily involves the use of large muscle groups for an extended period, improving heart and lung function.

Warm-up exercise

A series of movements designed to prepare your body for more strenuous activity, increasing blood flow and warming up muscles.

Seat-ups

A type of exercise that involves working the abdominal muscles by lifting the upper body while lying on your back, with your knees bent.

Curl-ups

A similar exercise to seat-ups, but with a smaller range of motion, focusing on the upper abdominal muscles.

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Bear hug

An exercise that strengthens the chest and upper body muscles, mimicking the motion of hugging someone.

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Aerobics

A type of exercise that combines rhythmic movements with stretching and strength training.

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Warm-up

The first part of an aerobics class, preparing the body for exercise.

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Cardiovascular conditioning

The main part of an aerobics class, focusing on increasing heart rate and cardiovascular fitness.

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Muscular strength and conditioning

Part of an aerobic class that strengthens muscles and improves endurance.

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Cool-down

The final part of an aerobic class where the body slowly returns to a resting state.

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Step Aerobics

A type of aerobic exercise that uses a platform of varying height for repetitive stepping movements.

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T-Step

A step aerobics move involving a side-to-side stepping motion.

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Repeater Knee

A step aerobics move where you step up onto the platform with both feet, then step down with one foot, and then the other.

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Split Step

A step aerobics move where you step onto the platform with one foot, then the other, and then step down with one foot, and then the other.

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Corner Knee

A step where you step onto the platform with one foot, then lift the other knee to the platform, followed by bringing the first foot down, and finally bringing the raised knee down.

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Strength Training

Physical activity that strengthens muscles and improves bone density.

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Fitness

A state of overall physical well-being achieved through regular exercise and healthy practices.

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Study Notes

Health Benefits of Aerobic Exercise

  • Improves cardiovascular system, reducing blood pressure and regulating blood sugar
  • Helps reduce the risk of developing heart disease
  • Increases energy
  • Helps decrease anxiety and stress
  • Helps you feel better
  • Strengthens muscles
  • Strengthens ligaments and bones
  • Improves your body figure
  • Maintains physically fit
  • Improves sleep
  • Improves efficiency of movement
  • Decreases resting heart rate

Warm-up Exercises

  • Jogging in place - 16 counts
  • Head Rotation - 8 counts left and 8 right to complete 16 counts
  • Neck Rotation - 16 counts slow rotation
  • Shoulder Rotation - 16 counts
  • Arm Circling - 16 counts
  • Knee Rotation - 16 counts
  • Feet Rotation - 8 counts forward, 8 counts backward
  • Steps forward - 8 counts forward, 8 counts backward
  • Leg Lifting - 8 counts forward, 8 counts backward
  • Jumping Jack - 8 counts forward, 8 side left and right, 8 counts backward
  • Knee Push-up - 8 counts forward, 8 backward
  • Sit-ups - 16 counts
  • Curl-ups - 16 counts
  • Bear Hug - 16 counts starting from the exercise position

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