Types of Exercise
This type of exercise includes walking, running, and swimming and helps your heart stay healthy?
cardio
This gentle exercise, often done on a mat, helps relax your mind while stretching your body
yoga
This simple exercise is the most popular in the world because almost anyone can do it anywhere
walking
This part of your body gets stronger when you do cardio activities like running or swimming
heart
Taking the stairs instead of the elevator is an easy way to add this into your day
physical activity/ exercise
Doing push-ups, lifting weights, or using resistance bands are all examples of this type of exercise
strength training
Exercise can help you sleep better at night because it helps this part of the body relax
mind/ brain
Do you need a gym membership to get good exercise
no!
Moving your body helps your brain think more clearly by sending more of this to the brain
oxygen
Parking farther away from the store helps you get more of these in
steps
Bending down to touch your toes is an example of this type of exersize
stretching
Moving your body can help reduce this common feeling that makes you worry a lot
anxiety
What fun activity counts as exercise and can burn as many calories as jogging
dancing
Moderate exercise helps improve what system in your body that fights off sickness
The immune system
Standing up and stretching every hour during school or work helps prevent this feeling in your body
stiffness
Exercises like standing on one foot or doing tai chi help improve this skill
Balance
This word describes chemicals your body releases during exercise that help you feel happy
endorphins
true or false: you need at least a 30 min exercise in order for it to be effective
false, 10 minutes can be just as effective
Setting a goal to take a short walk every morning or evening builds this healthy habit
consistency