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Antikensammlung, 2nd century AD. Physical training has been present in human societies throughout history. Usually, it was performed for the purposes of preparing for physical competition or display, improving physical, emotional and mental health, and looking attractive. [ 1] It took a variety of different forms but quick dynamic exercises ...
Cycling is a popular form of exercise. Weight training. Exercise is physical activity that enhances or maintains fitness and overall health. [1] [2] It is performed for various reasons, including weight loss or maintenance, to aid growth and improve strength, develop muscles and the cardiovascular system, hone athletic skills, improve health, [3] or simply for enjoyment.
Physical fitness is a state of health and well-being and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations, and daily activities. Physical fitness is generally achieved through proper nutrition, [ 1] moderate-vigorous physical exercise, [ 2] and sufficient rest along with a formal recovery plan.
Incremental exercise is physical exercise that increases in intensity over time. [1] An incremental exercise test (IET) is a physical fitness test that varies by different variables. These include the initial starting rate, the consecutive work rates, increments and the duration of each increment. These variables can be modified extensively to ...
Cardiorespiratory fitness ( CRF) refers to the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to supply oxygen to skeletal muscles during sustained physical activity. Scientists and researchers use CRF to assess the functional capacity of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. These functions include ventilation, perfusion, gas ...
Physical activity is defined as any voluntary bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. [ 1] Physical activity encompasses all activities, at any intensity, performed during any time of day or night. [ 2] It includes both voluntary exercise and incidental activity integrated into the daily routine. [ 3]
Kenneth H. Cooper (born March 4, 1931, Oklahoma City) [ 1] is a doctor of medicine and former Air Force lieutenant colonel from Oklahoma, who pioneered the benefits of doing aerobic exercise for maintaining and improving health. [ 2][ 3] In 1966 he coined the term, and his book Aerobics was published in 1968, [ 4][ 5] which emphasized a point ...
The President's Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition ( PCSFN) is an American government organization that aims to promote "programs and initiatives that motivate people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to lead active, healthy lives." [ 1] It is part of the Office of Public Health and Science, an agency of the United States Department ...