A history of fitness fads

Why did they not think about exercise?​

• They didn't have access to a gym.
• They were too busy watching TV.
• They believed exercise was unnecessary.
• They had no choice but to exercise as part of their day-to-day survival

What is that the author finds"infuriating"about the situation today?

• Everyone agrees on the critical issues at hand.
• People continue to make uninformed decisions and ignore critical issues.
• People are well-informed and actively engage in discussions.
• The cost of keeping fit

What similarities and differences are there between exercise now and in Ancient Greece?

• Exercise now is solely about aesthetics, while Ancient Greece prioritized mental training.
• Developing the body was important as developing the mind,and athletics was a key part of education,while the main aim was not to be healthy and look good-men needed to be fit and ready to join the army at all times.

• Exercise today is only done indoors, unlike the outdoor activities of Ancient Greece.
• Exercise now emphasizes health and variety, while Ancient Greece focused on competition and physical prowess.

What is the author's opinion about exergames?

• The author is indifferent towards exergames.
• The author thinks exergames are harmful to health.
• The author believes exergames are ineffective as doing real sports.

• The author thinks positively about exergames.

According to the author,what do people today generally look for in an exercise programme?

• High intensity and competition in exercise programmes.
• fastest and easiest way to get fit.

• Long duration and monotony in exercise programmes.
• Convenience, effectiveness, and enjoyment in exercise programmes.