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Why is breathing so important in our lives? Here are some important facts about breathing that will interest you: 1.Our body requires about 40 kg of oxygen daily 2.We take approximately 21,600 breaths of air each day 3.Breathing regulates our heartbeat 4.Proper breathing is the very essence of life Now that you know the importance of breathing, have you ever thought what happens to the air that you inhale and exhale? Some of you might not know the significance of oxygen and its role in our daily life. Our body has a mechanism to process the oxygen intake which helps us to perform our daily task.                                 Example of breathing process  To know how the oxygen intake process works, you must be aware of the functions of lungs, heart, blood vessels and blood. All these component...

                 The significant benefits of core training follow through to whatever you are involved in, because the area around your trunk and pelvis is where your centre of gravity is located. A strong core gives you: -Better posture -More control -Improved, more powerful performance -Injury prevention and rehabilitation -Increased protection and "bracing" for your back  -A more stable centre of gravity  -A more stable platform for sports movements                             When you have good core stability, the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen work in harmony. They provide support to your spine and help transmit increased power and performance for just about any activity.  A weak core makes you susceptible to lower back pain, poor posture and a whole host of muscle injuries. Strong core muscles provide...

Physiology of Plyometrics Plyometrics refers to exercise that enables a muscle to reach maximum force in the shortest possible time. The muscle is loaded with an eccentric (lengthening) action, followed immediately by a concentric (shortening) action. Example Workouts;- ~Squat jumps~ 1. 4 x 8 repetitions of each exercise 2. 2 minutes between sets 3. Fatigue must not impair speed of performance 4. Start with feet just beyond shoulder-width apart 5. Bend the knees to a three-quarter squat position 6. Extend the legs to jump into the air 7. Land and immediately power up into another jump 8. Keep the torso upright 9. Look straight ahead 10.Land on the balls of the feet 11.Use your arms to assist your jump power ~Side to side jumps~ 1. 4 x 8 repetitions of each exercise 2. 2 minutes between sets 3. Fatigue must not impair speed of performance 4. Stand with your feet just beyond shoulder-width apart 5. Slightly bend your knees 6. Extend your legs and leap to one side 7. Land with your fee...

UKJK (Ujian Kecergasan Jasmani Kebangsaan) National Physical Fitness Test UKJK- Ujian Kecergasan Jasmani Kebangsaan (National Physical Fitness Test) This test is an internationally accepted procedure to assess the fitness level of an individual. From the results of this test, the individual will know his fitness level and take appropriate measures to improve his health and fitness status through proper exercise, diet and changes in his life-style. The test itself consists of 7 tests to measure the different fitness components. The fitness components tested are: 1. Stamina: This is the ability of the body to do work over a long period of time without feeling undue fatigue. Stamina is also known as Cardiovascular Fitness as it is related to the cardiovascular function of the body. This is the most important of all the fitness components.The test for this component is the 2.4 km run. 2. Strength: This is the force generated when muscles contract maximally.A persons ability to carry weight...