Chapter 3
Cardiorespiratory Endurance
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America/Your Body. Provides information on exercise, including how to choose an instructor, class, or facility; how to begin a walking program; and how to maintain an exercise program while traveling.
American Heart Association. Provides information on cardiovascular health and disease, including the role of exercise in maintaining heart health and exercise tips for people of all ages.
Dr. Pribut’s Running Injuries Page. Provides information about running and many types of running injuries.
Exploratorium’s Science of Cycling. Describes different types of bikes and how muscles work to power a cycle.
Fitness Fundamentals. This site contains the general guidelines for a successful fitness program developed by the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sport.
The Fitness Partner Connection Jumpsite. A resources of fitness-related information on the Internet.
Fitness World. Information at this site covers general fitness topics and includes access to Fitness Management magazine.
Franklin Institute Science Museum/The Heart: An Online Exploration. An online museum exhibit with information on the structure and function of the heart, blood vessels, and respiratory system.
Physician and Sportsmedicine. Provides many articles with easy-to-understand advice about exercise injuries.
Runner’s World Online. Contains a wide variety of information about running, including tips for beginning runners, advice about training, and a shoe buyer’s guide.
Yahoo/Recreation. Contains links to many sites with practical advice on many sports and activities.
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