Fitness

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  1. 1. a vigorous, fast-paced form of yoga that helps to build flexibility, strength, concentration, and stamina. When doing Ashtanga yoga, a person moves quickly through a set of predetermined poses while remaining focused on deep breathing. (See TeensHealth article, "Yoga")
  2. 4. any type of exercise that gets the heart pumping and quickens your breathing. (See TeensHealth article, "Why Exercise is Wise")
  3. 5. also known as "hot yoga." It is practiced in rooms that may be heated to more than 100°F (37.8°C) and focuses on stamina and purification. (See TeensHealth article, "Yoga")
  4. 6. slow down your body after a workout or exercise for 5-10 minutes with easy activities to help your body recover from a workout. (See TeensHealth article, "Stretching")
  5. 9. Exercising too much in an effort to burn calories and lose weight. (See TeensHealth article, "Why Exercise is Wise")
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  1. 2. a weakening of the bones (See TeensHealth article, "Why Exercise is Wise")
  2. 3. Exercising to maintain a healthy weight decreases a person's risk of developing certain diseases, including ______________________. (See TeensHealth article, "Why Exercise is Wise")
  3. 7. ____________________for about 5-10 minutes to prepare the body for exercising, both physically and mentally. It also helps prevent injuries. (See TeensHealth article, "Stretching")
  4. 8. Exercising causes the body to produce ___________, chemicals that can help a person to feel more peaceful and happy. (See TeensHealth article, "Why Exercise is Wise")
  5. 10. reduces muscle injuries and improves athletic performance. It also provides increased flexibility, joint range of motion, and blood flow to muscles. (See TeensHealth article, "Stretching")
  6. 11. also known as power yoga. A very active form of yoga that improve strength, flexibility, and stamina. This type of yoga is popular in the United States. (See TeensHealth article, "Yoga")