Training Types
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Fitness regimens should incorporate all of the following types of training:
- Aerobic or cardiovascular training
- Core Training
- Flexibility Training
- Strength Training
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Body Systems
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Each training type impacts different systems within the body. All of the following systems should be strengthened for optimal fitness:
- The cardiovascular system (your heart and the blood vessels – arteries, capillaries and veins)
- The respiratory or pulmonary system (your lungs)
- The musculoskeletal system (the muscles, the bones and cartilage)
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Level of Intensity
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It is important that you are working hard enough during exercise. Intensity refers to the degree of difficulty of an activity and how much strength and energy you need to use in order to perform it. This will vary depending on the type of training you are doing.
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Duration
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It is important to spend an appropriate length of time for each type of activity to ensure you gain associated health benefits. Appropriate durations will vary depending on the type of training you are doing.
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Frequency
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The number of times an activity should be performed per week in order to gain associated health benefits. This will vary depending on the type of training you are doing.
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Workout Structure
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The structure of your workout can be just as important as working out itself. Ordering your activities in a certain way will ensure that you are maximizing the time you are putting into exercise.
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Variety
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In order to see continuous results from a fitness regimen and to help prevent boredom, it is important to vary your exercises and perform different exercises within each training type.
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