Warm Up/cool Down Flashcards
1
Q
What is static stretching?
A
When the muscle is held in a stationary position for 30 seconds
2
Q
What is active stretching?
A
Working on one joint, push it beyond its point of resistance
3
Q
What is passive stretching?
A
Help with an external force (wall/partner)
4
Q
What is ballistic stretching?
A
Using a bounce/swinging action to push the body part even further
5
Q
What are the physiological benefits to a warm up?
A
Increases elasticity of muscle tissue
Increases muscle temp, oxygen dissociate from muscles more readily
Increased HR due to increase release of Adrenaline
6
Q
Physiological benefits to a cool down?
A
Maintains Venous return through skeletal muscular pump
Removes lactic acid
Gradually reduces HR and breathing rate
7
Q
What does FITT stand for?
A
Frequency, intensity, time, type
