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The Importance of Exercise

Physical Education Ideas

Most of the hour should be either moderate or vigorous aerobic activity. Vigorous activity should be included at least three days a week. Playground activity and jumping rope also cover all the bases at once. bend down to tie their shoes ( flexibility ). Aerobic activity includes (but not limited to): - basketball.

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In Season Strength Training

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We strengthen the major muscles surrounding a joint while improving joint flexibility and muscle coordination. Contrary to the belief that lifting weights makes muscles tighter, using full range of motion under load is a great way to improve flexibility, even when compared to traditional static stretching ( 5 ). . How do you choose?

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