WEEK 3

Question 1

is any type of cardiovascular conditioning, or
“cardio.” It can include activities like brisk
walking, swimming, running, or cycling.

Answer 1

AEROBIC EXERCISE

Question 2

“with
oxygen.” Your breathing and heart rate will
increase during aerobic activities.

Answer 2

AEROBIC EXERCISE

Question 3

helps keep your heart, lungs, and
circulatory system healthy.

Answer 3

AEROBIC EXERCISE

Question 4

is a measure of
how well you can do exercises that involve
your whole body at moderate to high intensity
for an extended time.

Answer 4

CARDIOVASCULAR
ENDURANCE

Question 5

BENEFITS OF IMPROVING
CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE

Answer 5

 Increased cardiovascular health
 Lower risk of developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes
 Better sleep quality (especially when you sweat in the morning)
 Stress reduction
 Easier weight loss (when combined with a healthy diet, of course)
 Stronger bones
 Improved immune health
–Better cardiovascular exercise performance

Question 6

indicates a person’s level of
aerobic health and physical fitness. This information can benefit
everyone, not just professional athletes.

Answer 6

Cardiorespiratory endurance

Question 7

Having a high ______ generally means
that a person can perform high-intensity exercise for longer.

Answer 7

cardiorespiratory endurance