Mobility & Fitness

Appendix I: Glossary

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
abdominals (abs): the muscles that support the area of the body between the chest and the pelvis aerobic: needing oxygen for physical activity aerobic exercise: physical activity that increases the intake of oxygen, and improves the cardiovascular and respiratory systems balance: the even distribution of weight that enables a person … Read More

5. Easy Exercises & Workbook

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
This chapter outlines everything you need to begin an aerobic fitness routine. It includes programs for three areas of aerobics: walk/jog, water aerobics, and gym/sports aerobic activities. Programs Walk/jog There are three programs from which to choose. Walking Program 1 is for people who are not quite active, returning to … Read More

4. Minimize Injuries

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
The risk of injury as a result of aerobic exercise is small, but it’s there. One of the few studies to address this issue found that among older adults, 14 percent reported injuries and 41 percent of the injuries were to lower extremities. Among those who received instruction about how … Read More

3. Choose The Right Program

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
There is not a “one-size-fits-all” program of aerobic fitness. Instead, dozens of methods and combinations of methods have been proven effective. The key is to find a program that works for you, one that takes into consideration your age, health status, physical condition, personality, fitness goals, and living circumstances. This … Read More

2. Get Ready To Go

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
Whatever your physical condition, regardless of age and pre-existing medical conditions, there is an exercise program out there that your doctor will approve. It may not be an aerobic exercise program at first, but any kind of exercise program—remember, something is better than nothing—will gradually put you on a path … Read More

1. Take The Aerobic Advantage

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
Aerobic fitness is a life-changing gift you can give yourself—one that affects every system of your body. The word “aerobic” means needing oxygen for activity, and aerobic exercise provides that oxygen. Aerobic fitness is also called cardiovascular fitness, which is measured two ways: 1) the amount of oxygen in blood … Read More

Preview

Aug 25, 2017 · · Mobility & Fitness
Chapter 1, Take the Aerobic Advantage, explains what aerobic fitness means and why it is so important to your health, quality of life, and longevity. The benefits extend far beyond cardiovascular health to weight, mobility, blood sugar levels, emotional health, and preventing or controlling diseases. This chapter will also tell … Read More

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