2. Food Fuels for Energy
1. Carbohydrates (CHO) – preferred source
of fuel during exercise (glycogen)
2. Fat –concentrated fuel used during rest
and prolonged sub0maximal exercise
3. Protein –used for growth and repair
(negligible use during exercise)
3. Energy- is the ability or
capacity to do work and
is measured in calories
or joules.
4. Aerobic vs Anaerobic
Aerobic exercise is any type of
cardiovascular conditioning or “cardio”.
During the cardiovascular conditioning, your
breathing and heart rate increase for a
sustained period of time. Oxygen is your
main energy source during aerobic
workouts, therefore Oxidative System energy
is used.
5. Aerobic vs Anaerobic
Benefits of Aerobic Benefits of Aerobic
Exercises:
Reduce risk of heart attack
Reduce risk of type 2 Reduce risk of type 2
diabetes
Recue risk of stroke
Help lose weight and keep it off
Help lower and control blood pressure
6. Aerobic vs Anaerobic
Benefits of Aerobic Exercises:
Increase stamina and reduce fatigue during
exercise during exercise
Activates immune system making you less likely
to get colds or flu
Strengthens the heart
Boosts mood
Help you live longer than those who doesn’t
exercise
7. Aerobic vs Anaerobic
Anaerobic exercises involve quick burst of energy and are
performed at maximum effort for a short time.
Benefits of Anaerobic Exercises:
Build muscles
Lose weight
Maintain muscle mass as you age
Strengthens bones
Burns fat
Increase stamina for daily activities like hiking, dancing or playing
8. Aerobic vs Anaerobic
Anaerobic exercises involve quick burst of energy and are
performed at maximum effort for a short time.
Benefits of Anaerobic Exercises:
Build muscles
Lose weight
Maintain muscle mass as you age
Strengthens bones
Burns fat
Increase stamina for daily activities like hiking, dancing or playing