Question

Consider the differences between anaerobic and aerobic exercises. Is one of these exercises more important than the other in an exercise program? Support your answer with examples.

Answer 1

Anaerobic exercise is exercise that doesn’t involve the use of Oxygen whereas Aerobic exercise is with Oxygen. It depends on the sport you are participating in when doing an exercise program but sprinters are better suited to anaerobic exercises because that is how their races would be, because they are running in short bursts so wouldn’t have the time to use a lot of Oxygen whereas long-distance runners would use an exercise program that focusses on aerobic exercises because they’re running for a long time so would constantly be needing Oxygen.

Answer 2

A sample response follows: Both types of exercises are important for a person's health. Anaerobic exercises build muscle mass and strength, which is important in maintaining good health. Aerobic exercise build endurance and cardiorespiratory fitness.