Fitness Instructor: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Your heart is a muscle, and it works hard all day, even while you sleep!
Through history
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Long ago
People have always loved moving to music together, like dancing around a fire. Today, instructors still lead groups with music to make moving more fun.
Tools of the trade
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Exercise mat
A soft mat under your body keeps you comfy and steady while you stretch, balance and move.
A day in the job
- Welcome timeThe instructor smiles, says hello to everyone and shows the first move slowly, so all can follow along.
Words to know
- Warm-up
- Easy moves at the start of a workout that wake up your muscles, like a gentle stretch before you run.
Quiz time
A fitness instructor only helps people who are already very strong.
Stretching can help your body feel more flexible.
Drinking water is not important when you exercise.