The history of physical fitness & aerobics

Presented by: Claire Gui

What is physical fitness and aerobics? Physical fitness is a general state of health and well-being

and the ability to perform aspects ofsports or occupations.

Aerobics is a form of physical exercise that combines rhythmic aerobic exercise with stretching and strength training routines with the goal of improving all elements of fitness

Prime times around 10,000 BC,

men had a constant voice in the back of their head saying, “Run for your life!”

Physical development followed a natural path that was determined by the practical demands of life in a wild landscape.

Neolithnic times between 10,000 and 8,000 BC

the Agricultural Revolution is often considered to be the dawn of civilization

The numerous demands of growing food and raising cattle meant a lot of chores and a lot of daily labor for farmers.

Ancient times Between 4,000 BC and the fall of the Roman Empire in 47

6 AD civilizations rose and fell through war and conquest. Em

pires all imposed physical training on boys and young men. The purpose is preparing for battle.

Young men practiced fundamental skills (running, jumping, climbing, lifting and carrying heavy things, throwing and catching, unarmed fighting, and weapons training.

The Dark Ages from the 5th to the 15th century(the Middle Ages)

with a succession of kingdoms and empires, waves of barbarian invasions, and devastating plagues.

The teachings of Christianity spread the belief that the primary concern of one’s lifetime was preparing for the afterlife. The body was seen as sinful and unimportant .

The Renaissance

The Renaissance Era (from around 1400 to 1600)

prompted a much greater and open interest in the body, anatomy, biology, health, and physical education.

The Rise of the Modern Fitness Industry

The 20th century marked the rise of specialized competitive sports, as well as the emergence of a well-or

ganized and thriving “fitness” market and industry. promoted his “Natural Method,” managed to make physical exercise and strength training

fashionable through the publication of fitness journals

The Current State of Physical Culture

A recent World Health Organization report indicates that life expectancy in the U.S. dropped for first time since 1993.