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Cardiorespiratory Fitness - Definition

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Updated November 29, 2007

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Definition: Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability of the body's circulatory and respiratory systems to supply fuel and oxygen during sustained physical activity.
Also Known As: aerobic endurance, aerobic fitness
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