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3/26/2002 |
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4/1/2024 |
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I would like to know the answers to the following questions:
how can you determine how strenuous an exercise is?
Why does a person perspire more after they run than while they are running?
How do you account for the fact that some people wil score in the excellent category in one fitness test, but only in the fair or good category in another?
If someone reaches platzaus with their training, they get steady progress and then for no apparent reason, their performance level is off or decreases, What could they do about this problem?
What are the effects of sleep on exercise?
What is second wind?
Are women different from men in their ability to exercise?
At what sped does jogging become running?
Thank you for your cooperation, I would really appreciate the answers. |
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| The best way to determine how strenuous you are working would be with a heart rate monitor. As long as you have a good heart rate monitor the numbers should be fairly accurate.
While you are running the wind and air flow cool off your skin. When you stop the perspiration is no longer being swept off your skin.
Each person has different abilities in each physical skill. For example, I might be flexible and test superior in a hamstring stretch. When I was tested for the amount of push ups in a minute I may be weak in my upper body and not score well at all. Fitness tests can be very specific.
When a person reaches a plateau in their exercise routine it is time to reevaluate their goals and come up with a new exercise regime. Not only does the body need a change but the mind needs a change.
Sleep is extrememly important for performance and exercise. First of all the body repairs itself as you sleep. Second, the body and mind needs to be refreshed and feel good for the next exercise routine.
When you hear someone say "I just caught my second wind" they are usually referring to that part of the workout that is now feeling comfortable. Let's look at the beginning of a run. The first few minutes may feel horrible to the body and breath. The person needs some time to get into a rhythm with breathing and have all systems working together. After a few minutes and everyone is different they might feel better and begin to get into their rhythm and enjoy the workout.
The main difference between men and women is the level of testosterone. Men can develop more muscle and therefore lift heavier weight. However, women are now proving this theory wrong and are coming very close to men. Even women runners are coming closer and closer to the men's time. This is a tough question and one day we may be equal.
Jogging and running are only different in speed. Usually a person jogs about 12, 13, 14, 15 minute/mile. When a person is jogging at 10 or 11 minute mile we still consider this a jog. However, the person jogging may consider themselves running. Nine minute and below are usually considered to be running however it is very individualistic.
Thanks for your wonderful questions. I hope this helps you.
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