Elements of Physical Fitness and Two Types of Exercise

This refers to the ability of the heart, lungs and vascular system to deliver oxygen-rich blood to working muscles during sustained physical activity.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Body Composition

Spinning, running, kickboxing, swimming or any high energy dance

class is considered a cardiovascular group exercise format and will be sure to offer an effective & efficient workout.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Body Composition

This pertains to the amount of force a muscle or muscle group can exert against a heavy resistance.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Body Composition

Any body conditioning or sculpting format falls into this category. Maximum effort over short period

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Body Composition

You achieve this component of fitness when a muscle or muscle group repeats a movement many times or you hold a particular position for an extended period of time.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Muscular Endurance

Any cardio or strengthening class greater than 45 minutes can be classified as muscular endurance. Medium effort over a long period.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Muscular Endurance

This component of fitness focuses on the ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion, from a flexed to an extended position. Yoga and Pilates classes are great methods used to improve flexibility.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Muscular Endurance

• Flexibility

• Body Composition

This includes the amount of fat in the body compared to the amount of lean mass (muscle, bones etc.). This is the component that we are looking to reduce with weight loss goals.

• Cardiovascular Fitness

• Muscular Strength

• Muscular Endurance

• Flexibility

• Body Composition

any type of cardiovascular conditioning, aka cardio

• Aerobic Exercise

• Anaerobic Exercise

exercises, such as weightlifting or sprinting, involve quick bursts of energy. They’re performed at maximum effort for a short time.

• Aerobic Exercise

• Anaerobic Exercise