University Recreation
PO Box 4398
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7564
peayrec@apsu.edu
Main Office Hours:
Foy Center, room 112
Monday thru Friday
8 am to 6 pm
Intro 2: Cardio Cardio-respiratory
exercises are activities that challenge the cardiovascular and
respiratory systems to improve their ability to provide oxygen
to the working muscles. Gradual progression in the level of
difficulty yields health and performance benefits over time. Any
activity that increases heart and breathing rates through
rhythmic and repetitive movement of large muscle groups will
yield cardio-respiratory benefits. Examples include swimming,
jogging, walking, cycling, and cross country skiing.
Benefits of
Cardio-respiratory Training
decreases fatigue in daily
activities
reduces body fat
improved immune function
improves heart disease risk
factors
reduced risk of anxiety and
depression
decreased risk of many types
of cancer
Training Recommendations
Frequency
3-5 days per week
Intensity
moderate intensity
(60-80% max heart rate
about 5-6 on a scale of 10)
Time
20-60 minutes
(lower intensity should exercise longer)
Type
cycling, walking, swimming...
(anything that gets your heart pumping!)
