What is Exercise?
The ability of the whole body to perform physical activities
for an
extended length of time.The principal goal is to increase the
efficiency with which the cardio-respiratory system is able
to supply a sufficient amount of oxygen to the working
muscles.
Why Exercise - The benefits of exercise
are
Increase muscle strength endurance and mass
Increased bone density
Increased resting metabolism
Improve cardio-vascular system
Improved flexibility
Improved Posture
Lower LDL cholesterol
Improved blood pressure measurements
Why Exercise - The Medical Conditions
improved by exercise are:
Hypertension
Obesity
Diabetes
Arthritis
Respiratory
Cardio-vascular system
Musculo-skeletal
Barriers to Exercise
Boredom
Injury
Lack of motivation
Medical condition or illness
Lack of progress
Time management
The gym environment
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The Gym Environment
Negative Perception
Unnerving
Too busy
Confusing
Intimidating
Positive Outlook
Exercise programmes for individual needs
One to one instruction from qualified staff
Open to all ages and capabilities
Variety of equipment and classes
Off peak opening times –less busy
Many individuals feel intimidated by the younger fitter age
group. We need to remember that exercise as an activity to help
us maintain a quality of life be it to continue everyday tasks
or achieve a personal goal of weight loss or lowering blood
pressure.
Types of Exercise
Cardio-Vascular
Aerobic activity that elevates the heart rate and maintains
it at that level for a extended level of time.
It involves the heart and lungs and its ability to provide
the working tissues with oxygen.
Muscular Strength
Anaerobic exercise, the intensity of the activity is so high
that the oxygen is being used more quickly than it can be supplied
it is short term. For example climbing the stairs. Muscular
strength is the maximal force against a resistance. Muscular
endurance is the ability to perform repeated muscular exercise
without fatigue.
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