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Aerobic Exercise Continuous, rhythmic movements that elevate heart rate and breathing, primarily enhancing cardiorespiratory fitness and body composition. Resistance Training Body movements against force, such as weights or bands, aimed at increasing muscle strength, endurance, and bone density. Stretching Deliberate lengthening of muscles or tendons to improve flexibility, supporting daily activities and overall fitness. Cardiorespiratory Fitness Ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen during sustained physical activity, improved mainly by aerobic exercise. Body Composition Proportion of fat, muscle, and bone in the body, influenced by both aerobic and resistance exercises. Musculoskeletal Fitness Strength, endurance, and health of muscles and bones, primarily developed through resistance training. Flexibility Capacity of muscles and joints to move through their full range of motion, essential for performance and injury prevention. Physical Activity Guidelines Recommendations outlining minimum weekly exercise amounts for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities to promote health. Maximum Heart Rate Estimated upper limit of heartbeats per minute during intense activity, calculated as 220 minus age. Progressive Overload Gradual increase in exercise frequency, intensity, or duration to continually challenge the body and improve fitness. FIT Principle Framework for exercise program design, emphasizing frequency, intensity, time, and type of activity. Warm Up Short preparatory activity before exercise, intended to ready the body and mind, reducing injury risk. Cooldown Post-exercise activity that gradually lowers heart rate and aids recovery after physical exertion. Moderate Intensity Level of activity that raises heart rate to 50–70% of maximum, suitable for most aerobic exercise recommendations. Vigorous Intensity Level of activity that elevates heart rate to 70–85% of maximum, providing greater cardiorespiratory benefits.
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