1. By: Alex Gregor Grades: High School

2. Exercise (Merriam-Webster): – bodily exertion for the sake of developing and maintaining physical fitness Physical Activity (MyPyramid.gov) – movement of the body that uses energy V E R S E S

3. Aerobic (jogging, walking, jump rope, hiking) Flexibility (stretching, yoga/palates) Anaerobic (weight lifting, sprinting) (Body works using oxygen as fuel) (Body works without using oxygen as fuel)

4. All exercise trains one or more of the components of fitness Two types of fitness components: – Skill related – Health related Skill related – directly relate to athletics and sports Health related – foster healthy and active lifestyles Link to Skill Related Fitness Components Link to Health Related Fitness Components

5. Agility Balance Coordination The ability to rapidly change the position of the body with speed and accuracy Maintenance of equilibrium while stationary or moving The ability to integrate the senses, such as sight and hearing, together with the body in performing tasks smoothly and accurately.

6. Power Reaction Time Speed The rate at which work is performed, calculated as work divided by time. The ability to perform a movement within a short period of time. The time between initiation of a stimulus and the beginning of the reaction to it.

7. Muscle Endurance Muscle Strength Cardio-respiratory Endurance The muscle’s ability to sustain contraction without fatigue. The muscle’s ability to exert a maximal force The ability of circulatory and respiratory systems to supply oxygen and the muscular systems ability to extract oxygen during sustained physical activity More Muscle!!

8. Flexibility Body Composition Body’s relative amount of fat mass to fat free mass. Described as a percentage of total weight represented by fat weight The ability of the joints to move through a full pain-free range of motion

9. WalkingJogging/RunningRowing Weight lifting SportsBikingYoga/Pilates Martial Arts Zumba/DancingSwimmingYard workAnd more! Ways to Exercise

10. Increases flow of blood and oxygen Can lead to new nerve cell growth May increase neurotransmitter levels that support cognition Now that’s what they call BRAIN POWER!

11. Work ethic Immune system Symptoms of depression Weight management Energy levels Bone density

12. Mental focus Muscular strength Metabolism Heart health Posture Appetite for healthy food

13. Mortality rate Risk of chronic disease Free radical activity High blood pressure Stress levels Joint discomfort

14. Exercise improves…. Mood Sleep Self-confidence Complexion Body image Body composition Overall Health!

15. Hydrate properly – Before, during, after exercise Wear reflective clothing (during dark hours) Don’t push yourself too hard Eat a healthy and balanced diet Get proper sleep

16. Weightlifting causes stunted growth…. FALSE!! Going to a gym is the best way to exercise…. Fat can turn to muscle (and vice versa)….

17. TRUE!! FALSE!! No pain, no gain…. Exercise can spot- reduce…. Exercise can relieve PMS symptoms….

18. 1. Weightlifting causes stunted growth – If you exercise properly, and with the correct techniques, exercise is a great way to improve strength and overall conditioning. 2. Going to a gym is the best way to exercise – You can exercise the same muscle groups at home and at the gym. 3. Fat can turn into muscle – Fat and muscle cells replace each other, but do not convert into one another.

19. 4. Exercise can reduce PMS and menstrual symptoms in females – Exercise has proven to reduce menstrual cramps and bloating, as well as other PMS symptoms 5. Exercise can spot-reduce – There is no way to lose body fat in a specific part of your body only (stomach, buttocks, etc.) When you lose body fat, you lose it over the course of your entire body 6. When exercising, no pain, no gain – While exercising, you may experience pain and discomfort. However, it is important to know your body and know what your limits are.

20. Exercise is important for everyone!! Exercise improves overall health in many ways Safety needs to be observed when exercising There are many ways to exercise If I only exercised more….