Working It Out: Components of Fitness: Flexibility
Every joint and muscle in the body has an intended range of motion: bending, rotating or twisting. As we get older our muscles tend to tighten, our range of motion decreases, and we develop aches and pains that weren't there before. Gentle static st...
Working It Out: Components of Fitness: Muscular Endurance; Aerobic Endurance
Muscular endurance is the ability to contract a muscle repeatedly. It is muscular endurance that keeps our arms and legs moving during aerobic exercise which in turns builds cardiovascular endurance. Performing a low-impact aerobic activity for thir...
Working It Out: Components of Fitness: Muscular Strength
Strong muscles prevent joint and muscle injuries, improve posture and contribute to weight loss. The goal is to stay toned. Weight training also adds a balance factor which improves a person's quickness, agility and balance, all which help lower inj...