Exercises & its Types
Types of Exercises are mostly classified in four types
Aerobic Exercises
Aerobic exercises are mostly which continuously works on your lungs, muscles & hear.
Most typical examples are:
= Cycling
= Running or Jogging
= Swimming
= Aerobic exercise machines
such as treadmills, exercise bikes, cross-trainers and rowing machines are another way to stay fit and healthy. A gym will provide a good range of these machines. Alternatively, you can invest in your own equipment so you can keep fit in the comfort of your own home.
Strengthening Exercises
Strength training exercises are mainly focused on building or maintaining strength of body targeting major muscle groups like legs and arms. Doing exercises to improve strength is important throughout life. It helps to develop muscle strength and healthy bones in childhood, and to maintain these as an adult. In later life, strengthening exercises help to delay the natural decline in muscle mass and bone strength. Having strong muscles helps to maintain good posture and prevent problems such as low back pain.Strengthening exercises might involve equipment such as resistance bands or machines, and lifting weights. But there are plenty of everyday activities such as heavy gardening or carrying shopping that will help to develop your muscle strength. You could also try following a home workout of strengthening exercises using either household items or do your own body weight workout.
Flexibility exercise
Exercises that improve flexibility of joints. Yoga are one of the best way to have great flexibility in human body. Regular appropriate flexing improves overall fitness and even prevents us from sudden cramps & pains. They may help you to relax too. This type of exercise involves slowly stretching your muscles, without jerking or bouncing them.
Balancing Exercises
Exercises that are good for your balance, reduces risk of falling especially for old ages. Some common examples are.
Standing on one leg
Walking backwards
walking on your toes
Calf raises
Toe raises