Anaerobic vs. Aerobic Exercise

Introduction: As we continue to learn about fitness, we will be learning two types of exercise. The two types of exercise we are going to discuss are aerobic and anaerobic exercise. As you complete this activity you will learn about each type of exercise and the benefits of each. You will also be able to apply this knowledge to making training programs.

Information: In order to complete this activity you need to visit two different websites. You will then read the article on the page. In order to get to the websites you will click on either aerobic or anaerobic below.

Anaerobic Exercise Aerobic Exercise

Activity: After you read each of the articles from the two websites you will read the questions below and answer them.

1. What are the benefits of aerobic exercise?

2. What are the benefits of anaerobic exercise?

3. What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

4. What are examples of aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

5. If you were to make an exercise plan for a cross country runner what type of exercise would you use and why? 100 meter sprinter?