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Brittanyd9008

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If you want to increase your muscle endurance but avoid developing large bulky muscles, you should
 
  A. use lighter weights and perform a higher number of repetitions.
  B. use lighter weights and perform a lower number of repetitions.
  C. use heavier weights and perform a higher number of repetitions.
  D. use heavier weights and perform a lower number of repetitions.

Question 2

Your sister has been complaining lately that she has been gaining body fat and doesn't like the way her clothes are fitting. Her doctor says her cholesterol has increased and she may be getting diabetes
 
  Her doctor prescribed a diet and more physical activity but your sister doesn't understand how exercise will help improve her health. Explain to your sister how physical fitness can improve her health in many different ways.
  What will be an ideal response



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

Physical fitness has many health benefits. It reduces risk for cardiovascular disease by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. It improves body composition by decreasing body fat, especially in the abdominal region. It reduces risk of type 2 diabetes by increasing insulin sensitivity. It enhances the immune system, which may lead to fewer colds and other infectious diseases. It improves sleep, especially in quality of sleep. Weight-bearing exercise and resistance training improve bone health and reduce risk of osteoporosis.





 

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