Getting F.I.T
This amount of time is recommended for Cardiovascular Exercise
30 minutes per day
Exercise, along with diet and calcium supplements prescribed by a physician, can improve this condition
Osteoporosis
Prior to beginning any regular exercise program, be sure to do this
Contact your physician
Other than heart rate, name 1 way to measure exercise intensity
Borg RPE Scale Talk Test
Th US Surgeon General has stated that, "The lack of Physical Activity is..."
"...a major health risk."
Cardiovascular Exercise should occur on this many days per week
At least 5 days per week
Name 2 risk factors of Heart Disease that can be improved by a regular exercise program
Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
This type of exercise can relieve joints of excessive stress by reducing the body weight placed on the joint
Water Exercise or Swimming
Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) measures this.
an individuals assessment of their own exercise intensity
Elevated blood glucose levels may be regulated by exercise in the attempt to control this disease
Diabetes
This indicator of exercise intensity will be lower than normal if one is taking blood pressure medication.
Name 2 positive effects of exercise that can help Arthritis sufferers
Reduce Pain, Support Joints, Improve Flexibility, Return to Activity
A good, well-conceived Warm-Up is important because it will do this
Prepare the body for exercise by warming the muscles (and decreasing the risk for injury)
A person who is able to talk yet unable to sing during exercise, is thought to be exercising at this activity level
Moderate Activity
There are many benefits of Strength and Resistance Training. Name 2
Better Sleep, Build Muscle, Maintain Bone Density, Healthy Heart, Healthy Mind, Reduce Falls, Improve glucose or arthritis