Whole Body Moderate Workout Replay
Whole-body exercises designed to improve mobility, stability, strength and cardiovascular fitness.Whole Body Moderate Workout Replay
"Hi, I'm Duncan and I want to challenge you through this fun, whole body workout which is designed with the aim of improving mobility, stability, strength, cardiovascular fitness and getting you fit for your life.
The workout uses standing and mat-based exercises focused on improving muscle strength, cardiovascular fitness, and enhancing overall physical function.
This is all achieved in a fun class designed to put a smile on your face and improve your overall fitness."
Geek Notes
Muscle-strengthening Exercise
Benefits of muscle-strengthening exercise include:
- Improving strength and power
- Improving endurance
- Increasing muscle mass.
- Preventing falls if combined with balance, strength, gait, and functional training.
- Preventing osteoporosis if combined with balance, flexibility and aerobic activity.
- Improving cognitive function
- Reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression
WHO recommends that all adults should do muscle-strengthening exercise on at least 2 days each week. If you are new to any exercise, start by doing small amounts and adjust how much you do based on your fitness and strength levels.
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Aerobic Cardiovascular Exercise
Benefits of aerobic exercise, a cardiovascular activity, include:
- Improving cardiovascular fitness
- Improving physical function
- Preventing functional decline
- Improving cognitive function
- Preventing cognitive decline
- Reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Improving sleep.
WHO recommends that all adults should get 30 to 60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise at least 5 times a week; or 15 to 30 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise at least 5 times a week. If you are new to any exercise, start by doing small amounts and adjust how much you do based on your fitness and strength levels.
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