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The long-term and short-term benefits of being fit are listed here. Also, in the "Topic Contents" bar to the right of the article, click on the three different types of fitness (flexibility, aerobic, and muscle-strengthening) for a chart...
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Universal Fitness Tester: Aerobic Fitness Information

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Everything you could ever need to know about aerobic fitness. Modules include aerobic fitness information, why aerobic fitness is important, absolute and relative Vo2 max, methods for measuring aerobic fitness, fitness norms in the...
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Kids Health: Kickboxing

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This resource provides information about kickboxing, teen health, and exercise.
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Wellness Junction: Exercise Improves Cardiovascular

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This brief article from Wellness Junction summarizes research linking aerobic and anaerobic exercise to improved cardiovascular conditions in those with diabetes and high blood pressure. Provided is a list of recommended exercises for...
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Open Curriculum: Muscular System

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In this resource, students learn the major role of the muscular system, about muscle fibers, the role of ATP and calcium in muscle contraction, how muscles move bones, and how muscles respond to aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
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This online resource is for kids who aren't inclined to playing sports but who want to stay in good physical shape. Here, read about various fun activities, chores, and games that will help keep your muscles strong and your heart and...