Aerobic ExerciseAn Executive Summary

Context

To demonstrate how aerobic exercise positively affects health.

“Aerobic exercise involves exercise performed for extended periods [of time] with large muscle activity … that challenge the delivery of oxygen to the active muscles” (Knuttgen, 2007)

Say YES to cardio!

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Method

Multiple variables were recorded from 14 male participants

a. Ageb. Heightc. Weight

d. Body mass indexe. Resting heart rate

f. 1 Mile run timeData was recorded twice -- on the first and last day of

the month

Description

Initial data was recorded

Participants were instructed to complete an aerobic training regimen for the entirety of one monthRun 1 mile each night

At the end of the month data was recorded once again and compared for improvements

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Assessment Plan

Two tailed type 1 T-Test was used to compare the initial vs. Post data

It was assumed that participants values would drop (improve) by the end of the month

Theoretically, participants aerobic fitness should have improved if training was completed each night

Results

Collectively, the group improved the mean values in all aspects between the initial and post data

 Mean 

weight (lbs) Mean BMI Mean RHR

Mean 1 Mile 

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Pre 148.07 23 72 354

Post 146.57 22.7 69 340

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Analysis

Individually most participants made significant improvements

Specifically looking at RHR and Mile run times (see previous slide)

Discussion

Aerobic Fitness is a huge determinant in ones health

From this study it is easy to deduct that the introduction of a 1 month program can significantly improve a person’s aerobic fitness

Training does not have to be extreme, but consistency is key!

Next Steps

Participants are encouraged to continue running individually

Continuing to run will improve aerobic fitness as well as lower resting heart rate

Cardio = health!

ReferencesExercise; aerobic exercise and endurance provide multiple health

benefits. (2003). Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week, , 19. Retrieved from http://ezproxy.rowan.edu/login? url=http://search.proquest. com/docview/207943043?accountid=13605

Knuttgen, H. G. (2007)..Strength Training and Aerobic Exercise: Comparison and Contrast Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 21(3), 973-8. Retrieved from http://ezproxy.rowan.edu/ login?url=http://search. proquest.com/docview/213102720?accountid=13605

Silverman, S. (2013, October 21). How Fast Should You Run a Mile? Retrieved July 19, 2015, from http://www.livestrong.com/article/533654-how-fast-should-you-run-a-mile/