How aerobic exercise different from other exercises?

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How aerobic exercise different from other exercises?

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Aerobic exercise is any type of cardiovascular conditioning or “cardio.” During cardiovascular conditioning, breathing and heart rate increase for a sustained period of time. Examples of aerobic exercise include swimming laps, running, or cycling.

Anaerobic exercises involve quick bursts of energy and are performed at maximum effort for a short time. Examples include jumping, sprinting, or heavy weight lifting.

Respiration and heart rate differ in aerobic activities versus anaerobic ones. Oxygen is main energy source during aerobic workouts.

During aerobic exercise, breathe faster and deeper than when heart rate is at rest. Maximizing the amount of oxygen in the blood. Heart rate goes up, increasing blood flow to the muscles and back to the lungs.

During anaerobic exercise,  body requires immediate energy. Body relies on stored energy sources, rather than oxygen, to fuel itself. That includes breaking down glucose.

Fitness goals should help determine whether should participate in aerobic or anaerobic exercise. If new to exercise, might want to start with aerobic exercises to build up endurance.

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