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Undergraduate 1
11/03/2009

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Term
What are the four components of being physically fit?
Definition

cardiorespiratory fit

muscular fitness

flexibilty

body composition

Term
Of the four components which is more important?
Definition
Cardiorespiratory
Term
What fuels aerobic activity?
Definition

Oxygen

*20 min of aerobic activity without stopping

Term
what fuels amerobic activity?
Definition
Glycogen * sugar
Term
what is the overload principal?
Definition

the resistance load to levels above which they are normally accustomed to

Term
what are the three types of training exercises?
Definition

*isometirc

*isotonic

*isokinetic

Term
muscular endurance
Definition
working a specific set of muscles for a specific purpose.
Term
flexibility
Definition
the ability to function through an intended range of motion.
Term
Synovial fluid
Definition
provides lubercation and nutrition to the cells of the joints surface.
Term

what ar the two types of stretches?

which one is better and why? 

Definition

static stretching and ballistic stretching.

static stretching is better becasue its a slower pace.

Term
body composition
Definition
make up of the body
Term
what are the two types of stretches int he process of aging physically?
Definition

* change is gradual

*individual differences occur

*greatest changs is noted in areas of complex funtion

*homeostac decline occurs

Term
osteoporosis
Definition
decrease in bone mass that leads to incidence of fractures, primarily in postmenoposaul women.
Term
osteoarthritis
Definition
arthritis that developes with age; largely caused by weight bearing and deteroration of the joints.
Term
will all types of physical activity produce cardiorespiratory fitness?
Definition
No, if performed regularly and for sufficient periods of time , it may enhance health
Term
what causes low back pain?
Definition
mechanical (postural) problems
Term
when should you consult a physican about exercise?
Definition
when you are trying to get healthy
Term
why is breast support necessary for women?
Definition
to prevent sagging
Term
why are cups and jockstraps necessary for men?
Definition
they prevent testicular torsion
Term
what is the most effective way to repalce fluidsduring exercise?
Definition
Water is the best fluid replacement
Term
Will alcohol affect performance in sports?
Definition
yes, its slows your reaction time down so there for react to things  slower than you usually would if you haddent drank.
Term
can muscle turn into fat?
Definition
No , muscle cells are physiologically incapable of turning into fat cells.
Term
if women workout with weights will they become big and bulky?
Definition
no , they can improve muscle size, strength, and tone, but unless they take steriods.
Term
what are the seven nutrients need to carry out physiolocal function?
Definition
carbohydrates, fats, protien, viatmins, minerals, dietary fiber,and water
Term
nutrient
Definition
elements in food that are required for the growth, repair, and regulation of body process.
Term
what is the prurpose of carbohydrate?
Definition
energy
Term
which sugar is a complex carbohydrate?
Definition
polysaccharides
Term
what is the prupose of fats?
Definition
concentrated energy
Term
what are hidden fats?
Definition
facts that havent been read
Term
which fat is bad for your diet and why?
Definition
saturated fat when soild in room temp it gets soild in ateries.
Term
cholesterol
Definition
form of fat found in the blood
Term
wh
Definition
Term
what is the purpose of protein?
Definition
protien serves primarily to promote growth and maintenace body tissue.
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