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Types of Exercise - INI

Types of exercise are classified into aerobic exercise, strength training, flexibility exercise, and balance exercise based on their purpose and effects on the body. Aerobic exercise improves cardiovascular function, strength training increases muscle mass and basal metabolism, and flexibility exercise helps prevent injuries and provides relaxation effects. Combining these exercises can lead to greater health benefits.

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[item.aerobic-exercise]
code=A01
slug=aerobic-exercise
name=Aerobic Exercise
description=Continuous exercise performed while taking in oxygen to strengthen cardiovascular function.
category=Aerobic Exercise
examples=["Walking","Jogging","Running","Swimming","Cycling","Aerobics","Dance","Radio Calisthenics"]

[item.strength-training]
code=A02
slug=strength-training
name=Strength Training
description=Exercise that applies load to muscles to improve strength and muscle mass.
category=Anaerobic Exercise
examples=["Squats","Push-ups","Dumbbell Exercises","Chair Stand-ups","Calf Raises"]

[item.stretching]
code=A03
slug=stretching
name=Stretching
description=Exercise that improves muscle flexibility and helps prevent injuries and recover from fatigue.
category=Flexibility Exercise
examples=["Static Stretching","Dynamic Stretching","PNF Method","Yoga Stretching"]

[item.yoga]
code=A04
slug=yoga
name=Yoga
description=An exercise originating from ancient India that focuses on posture and breathing.
category=Flexibility & Aerobic Exercise
examples=["Hatha Yoga","Vinyasa Yoga","Ashtanga Yoga","Hot Yoga","Relaxation Yoga"]

[item.pilates]
code=A05
slug=pilates
name=Pilates
description=A core strengthening exercise developed by German Joseph Pilates that coordinates with breathing techniques.
category=Core Training
examples=["Mat Pilates","Machine Pilates","Reformer","Chair Pilates"]

[item.balance-exercise]
code=A06
slug=balance-exercise
name=Balance Exercise
description=Exercise that improves balance ability and helps prevent falls.
category=Balance Exercise
examples=["Single-leg Standing","Balance Board","Quadruped Balance Exercise","Bird Dog","Tai Chi"]