Chapter 1 Flashcards
Muscular imbalances
The alteration of a muscles length that surrounds a joint.
How muscular imbalances are caused
a variety of different things including emotional duress, repetitive movements, bad training techniques, the lack of neuromuscular efficiency, poor core strength, cumulative trauma and stress caused by postural problems.
The differences between obesity and overweight
Being overweight is considered having a BMI index between the ranges of 25 and 29.9 and between 25 and 30 pounds over the recommended height to weight ratio. Being obese is considered having a BMI of 30 or more with at least 30 pounds overweight for the height to weight ratio.
Proprioception
the cumulative input into the central nervous system coming from the various Mechanoreceptors in the body that sense limb movement as well as body position. For example, while running your feet send proprioceptive feedback depending on the type of surface you are running on.
Proprioceptively enriched environments
These are unstable environments that are controlled. These challenge one’s Internal balance and stabilization.
The OPT training model
a systematic training approach that builds on itself and the general phases of stabilization, strength, and power.
Overweight BMI and Weight range
Between 25 and 29.9 BMI and between 25 and 30 pounds over the recommended height to weight ratio
Obese BMI and Weight range
BMI of 30 or more with at least 30 pounds overweight for the height to weight ratio.
What are the four sections of NASM’s code of professional conduct?
Professionalism, Confidentiality, Ethical/legal and Business practice
Which of the following is muscle that acts as the initial and main source of motive power?
Prime mover
What are the 7 most common chronic diseases?
Cardiovascular disease; hypertension; high cholesterol; stroke; respiratory disease; obesity; diabetes
Why has there been a rise in demand for personal training?
A rise in obesity, diabetes and other chronic diseases, and longer life expectancies
To which chronic diseases is excessive body weight linked?
Cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, high cholesterol, osteoarthritis, some types of cancer
What is a primary cause for a lack of physical activity?
Low back pain, knee injuries, and shoulder & neck pain
What effect can sitting for longer than three hours at a time, working in enclosed spaces, and manual labor create on the human body?
Low-back pain
