Write a paragraph about why aerobic exercise is important. You can use information you learned from your article reflection or any information learned in class. This paragraph should be at least 100 words.
Analyze how the benefits of aerobic exercise can specifically benefit you (example: you have a history of cardiovascular disease so aerobic exercise can help prevent that, or you feel better emotionally after you go on a walk because you have a stressful job, etc). Write a paragraph with this analysis. This paragraph should be at least 100 words.
Write a paragraph about how you can implement aerobic exercise into your specific life schedule. (This doesn’t just have to be walking… any aerobic exercise you enjoy can be included). Include why you are choosing those specific exercises. It is recommended to achieve 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity per week. Include how you will fit in that amount of time.
Write a paragraph discussing some barriers you may face when attempting to implement aerobic exercise. (Ex. it’s raining all week and you don’t want to go outside; you’re lacking motivation, your days are very busy, etc). You need to identify at least 3 barriers. What are some ways you can alter your training plan or resources you can use to help you engage in the recommended amount of aerobic activity? This can include ways to keep yourself motivated. Identify at least one modification or alteration for each of the 3 barriers and at least 2 ways to keep yourself motivated or tools you can use to stay on track.
Provide a 2 week ‘training plan’ that shows how you will get 150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise (each minute of vigorous exercise is worth 2 minutes of moderate exercise) . Include Time markers (the time of day) and a short description explaining how it’s possible to do each session of exercise. I should be able to get a small glimpse into your life schedule.