2.1.1.2 - I - Intensity
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What does intensity refer to in exercise?
💡 Hint: Think about how hard you are working.
What is moderate intensity characterized by?
💡 Hint: Consider how conversation changes with effort.
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What does intensity refer to in exercise?
💡 Hint: Think about how to assess effort.
Can a person typically talk during moderate-intensity exercise?
💡 Hint: Reflect on your experience during workouts.
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A 25-year-old wants to improve cardiovascular fitness. Calculate their target heart rate zone for moderate and vigorous exercise. Provide the calculation steps and expected heart rate ranges.
💡 Hint: Use 220 minus age for calculations and apply the percentages.
Explain why understanding both heart rate monitoring and RPE is important in fitness training and provide an example of how one might use both during a workout.
💡 Hint: Consider how these tools help fine-tune training.
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