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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. Aerobic exercise describes any
type of exercise, typically performed at moderate levels of intensity for
extended periods of time that increases your heart rate. Oxygen, fats, and
glucose are used to produce adenosine triphosphate, the basic fuel for all
cells. Benefits of aerobic exercise Aerobic 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. -Strengthening 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. Types of Aerobic Exercise Aerobic Dance Bicycling Cross Country Skiing In-line Skating Fitness Walking Jumping Rope Running Stair Climbing Swimming Low impact aerobics include walking and swimming. Running, tennis and dance are high impact aerobics.
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