Aerobics Training: Dr. Amita Handa

AEROBICS TRAINING
SEMESTER 3
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
By
Dr. AMITA HANDA
Shivaji College
University of Delhi
UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION
• INTRODUCTION TO AEROBICS
• BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATION IN AEROBICS
• EVOLUTION OF AEROBICS
• INDIVIDUALIZED AND GROUP TRAINING IN AEROBICS
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AEROBICS: INTRODUCTION
• Aerobic means in the presence of oxygen.

• low to moderate level of exercise and can be sustained over long
periods.
• Improving all elements of fitness .
• It strengthens the heart and lungs and trains the cardiovascular
system.
• Is rhythmic in nature.
• Examples are walking, jogging, running, cycling, rowing, cross-country
skiing, skipping and hiking.
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DEFINITION OF AEROBICS
• Any of various sustained exercises, as jogging, rowing, swimming, or

cycling, that stimulate and strengthen the heart and lungs, thereby
improving the body's utilization of oxygen.
• The use of oxygen to adequately meet energy demands during
exercise.
• Is a form of physical exercise that combines rhythmic exercise with
stretching and strength training routines with the goal of improving all
elements of fitness (flexibility, muscular strength, and cardio-
vascular fitness).
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KIND OF AEROBICS
• Low Impact Aerobics: At least one foot stays in contact with the
ground at all times ,Recommended for one with health issues, works
the body's muscles and increases heart rate, without the additional
strain to your joints.
• High Impact Aerobics: Improve fitness component & skill. both the
feet leave the ground, can put stress on your bones and joints
• Others: Aqua/water Aerobics, step Aerobics, weight Aerobics, Floor
Aerobics.
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IMAGES OF AEROBIC EXERCISE
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BENEFIT OF AEROBICS
 Improves blood circulation and helps the body use oxygen better.
 Increases energy.
 Increases endurance.
 Helps reduce the risk of developing heart disease.
 Helps reduce the risk of developing other lifestyles diseases.

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BENEFIT OF AEROBICS
 Maintain a healthy weight.
 Helps reduce stress, tension, anxiety, and depression.
 Improves sleep.
 Activates immune system.
 Builds the muscular strength and makes your body more flexible.
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EVOLUTION OF AEROBICS
• Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper( 1968), published his book ‘Aerobics’ in USA.
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• Jazzercise (1969) Judi Sheppard Missett founded the dance-based
fitness program.
• Its franchise continues to grow today.
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• Aerobics Dance by Jacki Sorensen

(1970s)
• Aerobics fitness studio by Richard Simmons

(1970s)
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• Workout exercise by Jane Fonda (1982)
• Aerobics gained worldwide popularity after the release of her exercise videos
in 1982.
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• Step Aerobics by Gin Miller (1980s)
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• Tae Bo by Billy Blanks (1990s):a new cardio-boxing aerobic exercise

effective for weight loss.
• Pilates by Joseph Pilates in Germany (1990s)
• Swiss (Stability) Ball (1990s) by an Italian plastics manufacturer,
Aquilino Casani.
• First world championships at San Diego in March 1990.
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EVOLUTION OF AEROBICS: IMAGES
• Cardio-boxing aerobic exercise:
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• Pilates:
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• Swiss (Stability) Ball Exercise:
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• Zumba (1999) in Columbia by Albert ‘Beto’ Perez.
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21st Century Aerobics
o Competitive/ sports aerobics came into existence.
o Improved with technology.
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Training in Aerobics
Types of training in Aerobics:

o Individual training
o Group Training
Training in Aerobics is characterized by :
o setting objectives
o teaching content based on these objectives.
o evaluating performance.
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INDIVIDUALIZED TRAINING IN AEROBICS
INTRODUCTION
• Personalized supervision from your trainer.
• Is a specialist and will cater to specific needs.
• personal trainers to have credible certifications.
• Quickly and effectively getting into shape.
• Think of it only when you have some serious fitness goals to achieve.
• Effective if suffering from an injury or a delicate health condition.
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The advantages are:
o Desired time
o Desired pace
o Self-discipline
o Healthy lifestyle
o learning styles
o Take less time to get a proper workout in.
o Close supervision and safety.
o More Concentration
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The disadvantages are:

o Excuses
o Feedback
o Fun factor
o There is a long lead time to prepare materials.
o Lack of external motivation.
o The trainer’s role needs to change.
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INDIVIDUALIZED TRAINING IMAGES
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GROUP TRAINING IN AEROBICS
• INTRODUCTION
o works when groups are smaller.
o Ineffective in large groups.
o Infrastructure.
o Music selection.
o Coach decides the sequence of workout.
o Fixed timing.
o Fixed Pace
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• Advantages are:
o Feedback
o Impulses
o Responsibility
o Structured Planning
o versatility
o It can be a pleasant, fulfilling experience.
o Motivation and encouragement.
o there is a sense of moral support.
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• Disadvantages are:
o Distraction
o Group size
o Characters of the group
o One size fits all
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GROUP TRAINING IMAGES
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AEROBICS TRAINING: CONCLUSION
• An ideal training design of aerobics depends on the goal and

personality of learner .
• One can progress from a combination of individual training and group
training.
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AEROBICS TRAINING

• Aerobic means in the presence of oxygen.

• Any of various sustained exercises, as jogging, rowing, swimming, or

 Helps reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

 Helps reduce the risk of developing other lifestyles diseases.

 Maintain a healthy weight.

 Helps reduce stress, tension, anxiety, and depression.

 Activates immune system.

• Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper( 1968), published his book ‘Aerobics’ in USA.

• Aerobics Dance by Jacki Sorensen

• Aerobics fitness studio by Richard Simmons

• Workout exercise by Jane Fonda (1982)

• Step Aerobics by Gin Miller (1980s)

• Tae Bo by Billy Blanks (1990s):a new cardio-boxing aerobic exercise

• Cardio-boxing aerobic exercise:

• Zumba (1999) in Columbia by Albert ‘Beto’ Perez.

Types of training in Aerobics:

The disadvantages are:

• An ideal training design of aerobics depends on the goal and

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