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Several methods of exercises and movement are described here briefly. There are many other kinds of exercise, dancing, physical training classes and visit to health clubs.

Aerobic as a form of exercise was developed nearly 30 years ago by Dr K cooper in the USA. This form of exercise includes a variety of activities including jogging, sprinting or simply walking. The major aim of aerobic exercises is to utilize the maximum amount of oxygen at any one point in time. If aerobics is performed on a regular basis, one can build endurance and fitness. Depending on the exercises, one can become agile, increase strength in the upper extremities and chest area.

Jogging – Jogging gives the necessary precautions, and explains how to take the pulse easily. Each jogger gets to know the reactions of his own body, mental, physical and emotional.

Yoga that originated in India is a scientific system that combines yoga postures, relaxation, breathing and meditation technique. The original word itself means to ‘link’. It aids in helping achieve balance of body, mind and soul. Some experts claim it is a way of life rather than a particular exercise movement.

Tai Chi chuan is designed to provide relaxation in the process of body-conditioning exercise. Tai Chi Chuan, Karate and Judo have their origins in Japan and are still used for mind and body. Fitness experts deem them to be great to the overall health of the body. They require control of the whole body and demand concentration.

Karate is a striking technique and Judo a grappling one. Judo has become very popular in the world amongst young people and has taken the place of boxing. It is an excellent form of exercise and can be very useful for self-defence. Judo is a strenuous exercise during which the pulse rate is likely to increase considerably and you sweat and breathe heavily. It works the whole body strongly – as you are moving yourself and another person is also trying to move you. Those suffering from high blood pressure and heart diseases should avoid practice of Tai Chi Chuan, Karate and Judo.

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