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The 20 benefits of aerobic exercise

Posted Jan 14 2009 7:21pm
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benefits of exercise by charcoalartist

The benefits of exercise are very well known to all. Scientists and researchers all over the word do not cease to repeat it at every opportunity. One study after another shows the beneficial effects of exercise to our mind and body.

Exercise helps us lose weight, eliminate and manage stress, stimulates the immune system and reduces the risk of certain diseases. There are many forms of exercise. These can be classified into two main categories, the aerobics and anaerobic exercises. In particular, the aerobic exercise refers to any low-intensity activity that increases the oxygen that we take and the heartbeat while the high-intensity physical activity is called anaerobic exercise (e.g. body building).

Aerobic exercise include various sports such as martial arts (which combine and anaerobic exercise), running, walking, cycling, swimming, skiing and, of course, indoor aerobic exercises.

The body needs a certain amount of energy to maintain some basic functions such as breathing, blood circulation and for the functioning of the different body organs. The energy maintain in these functions is known as calm or basic metabolic rate. Any activity in addition to those basic functions requires additional energy, which is taken by the glycogen (carbohydrates) and deposits of fat in the blood, liver and muscles.

The energy source, glycogen or fat-consumed, during exercise depends on the intensity and duration of exercise. The higher the intensity of exercise the more the body relies on glycogen. The lower the intensity of the exercise the more the body relies on the fat reserves.

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