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    The document summarizes two exercise methods: Pilates and Zumba. It states that Pilates was created in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates and aims to increase flexibility, strength, muscle tone, energy and mental concentration through controlled exercises. Zumba was created by three trainers combining Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise in aerobic routines that are fun and incorporate elements of aerobics and fast and slow Latin dances.

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    The document summarizes two exercise methods: Pilates and Zumba. It states that Pilates was created in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates and aims to increase flexibility, strength, muscle tone, energy and mental concentration through controlled exercises. Zumba was created by three trainers combining Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise in aerobic routines that are fun and incorporate elements of aerobics and fast and slow Latin dances.

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    The document summarizes two exercise methods: Pilates and Zumba. It states that Pilates was created in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates and aims to increase flexibility, strength, muscle tone, energy and mental concentration through controlled exercises. Zumba was created by three trainers combining Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise in aerobic routines that are fun and incorporate elements of aerobics and fast and slow Latin dances.

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    Monday, January 19,

    2015

    Health and
    Exercice

    1.- Read the text and choose the correct


    options.

    Pilates

    The Pilates method or Pilates is a physical


    fitness system. It was created in the early
    20th century by Joseph Pilates. Pilates
    objective is increase flexibility, strength,
    muscle
    tone,
    energy
    and
    mental
    concentration.
    It
    uses
    controlled
    exercises and movements. These days
    Pilates is very popular and many gyms

    Zumba
    Zumba is a fitness program inspired by
    Latin dance. It was created by three
    trainers: Alberto Periman, Alberto Aghion,
    and Alberto Perez. Zumba combines Latin
    rhythms with cardiovascular exercise to
    create an aerobic routines that is fun and
    easy to follow. The routines have
    elements of aerobics and fast and slow

    1.- When was created the Pilates Method?


    2.- Who was the creator of this Method?
    3.- What is the objective of Pilates system?
    4.- What method is inspired by Latin rhythms?
    5.- What are the elements of Zumba?
    6.- What are their names of the creators of Zumba?

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