cardio performance

Aerobic fitness increases the amount of oxygen that is delivered to your muscles, which allows them to work longer. Any activity that raises your heart rate and keeps it up for an extended period of time will improve your aerobic fitness.

As you increase your aerobic fitness, you will notice that you can do more physical activity without becoming out of breath or feeling like your heart is pounding. You will be able to do activities such as playing with children, housework, gardening, or walking without becoming exhausted as quickly. Many forms of aerobic exercise will also strengthen your muscles and increase your flexibility.

Increases:

Heart health

Blood supply to heart and muscles

Your body’s use of oxygen

Muscular endurance

Mood, self-esteem, and self-concept

Energy level

Reduces:

Risk of cardiovascular disease

Blood pressure

Cholesterol level

Shortness of breath