Types Of Exercises Flashcards

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Types of exercises

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Aerobic exercise

Anaerobic exercise

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Aerobic exercise

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The ability to continuously exercise without tiring
Oxygen is carried through a breath to the muscles helping them to provide energy needed to sustain effort. It’s a long term exercise and has low intensity

Practical example: full rugby match

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Anaerobic exercise

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Able to exercise without the use of oxygen. Glycogen within the muscles is used as a fuel. It’s a short term burst of energy and doesn’t require oxygen. Has a high intensity. Produces lactic acid

Practical example: 100m sprint

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