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Aerobics
* exercises stimulates the release of beta-endorphin, an opiate made by the body.
* is an exercise
  - workouts

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Aerobic conditioning
* involves endurance.
* is healthful in a couple of other ways
  - used to build endurance to fight or perform for extended periods of time
* serves to promote a greater reliance on fat burning as the fuel choice.

Aerobic training
* can help increase our ability to read, write and think quickly.
* minor consideration for patients with orthopedic or metabolic diagnoses.
* works the heart and lungs for extended duration.

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Water aerobics
* fun, cardiovascular workout that helps improve muscle tone.
* is also a great way to strengthen joints without a lot of stress
  - an effective and safe way to get all over body conditioning
  - safe for most people
  - specific for people with limited joint function, with injuries
* offers a healthy alternative to exercising, creating a total body workout.
* provides an exercise program for individuals of all ages and fitness levels.
* workout with less stress and impact on the joints.

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Anaerobic exercise
* are an essential part of any total fitness plan
  - intense exercises that can be tolerated for only a few moments
  - short-term, and emphasize building muscle, rather than burning oxygen
* can also increase bone mass.
* consists of exercise that concentrates on individual muslces.
* entails intense bursts of muscle activity.
* focuses on specific muscles and their size, endurance, and strength.
* helps increase the muscle mass
  - maintain muscle strength and increase stamina and muscle tone
* involves short bursts of exertion followed by periods of rest
  - intense spurts of energy as in weight lifting or sprinting
  - short, intense bursts of activity, such as weightlifting
* is exercise in which little oxygen is utilized in the muscles to burn calories
  - of such intensity, that one can only do it but for a few seconds
  - ideal for people who want to build muscle
  - quick or of higher intensity
* promotes specific muscle size, endurance and strength.
* requires no oxygen for metabolism.
* use large groups of muscles very strenuously for short periods of time.

Aquatic exercise
* is the wave of the future for fitness, as well as rehabilitation from injuries.
* reduces swelling, increases venous return and lowers blood pressure.
* safe and energizing way to work out.

Breathing exercise
* aim at increasing the body's life force while concentrating the mind.
* are also helpful in achieving relaxation
  - important for meditation magick and healing
  - one way of managing feelings of nervousness
* can cure ear aches
  - help strengthen the muscles used for breathing
* help prevent infection, and also have a relaxing yet energizing effect
  - quiet the mind and emotions
  - to reduce tension
* start while walking in waist-deep water.

Cardiovascular exercise
* are most effective in improving fitness and health.
* can also help improve flexibility by using and working the muscles.
* has numerous benefits.
* is synonymous with aerobic exercise, which means with oxygen.
* uses body fat and carbohydrates for energy.

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Daily exercise
* can help control blood pressure, cholesterol, obesity, and diabetes.
* increases bone density
  - nerve connections in the brain
* is also very effective in controlling weight
  - an important factor towards wellness success
  - essential for maintaining muscle and good health
* is important for good blood sugar control
  - to physical health
  - necessary for space travelers to prevent bone and muscle loss
  - proven to reduce stress and increase health
* reduces stress and enhances a sense of personal control
  - the risk of breast cancer significantly