Chapter 2 Flashcards
Physical activity
any movement
carried out by skeletal muscle that requires
energy and is focused on building health.
Health benefits of Physical activity
Improved blood pressure,
blood-lipid profile, and heart health.
Benefits of Exercise
Exercise also reduces risk for chronic
diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and obesity.
Regular exercise can even improve emotional
health and overall wellbeing. Fitness
improvements include the heart’s ability to
pump blood, increased muscle size, and
improved flexibility.
Exercise
The deliberate and planned movement of the human frame, accompanied by breathlessness, and undertaken for the sake
of health or fitness. OR A planned, structured, and repetitive movement pattern intended to
improve fitness.
Does Physical Activity have to happen all at once?
No, physical activity does not have to be done all it once. It can be accumulated through various activities
throughout the day.
What percent of American adults meet the recommended physical activity guidelines from
the Surgeon General?
1 in 5
How many high school students get 60+ minutes of physical activity in a day
3 in 10
Does race, gender, and economic status play a part in physical activity?
Yes, it is shown that White people, and males have higher physical activity rates than their non-white, and female counterparts. People who have more education and household income are also more likely to be physically active than those who are not.
Components of Health-Related
Fitness
In order to carry out daily activities without
being physically overwhelmed, a minimal level of fitness is required. To perform daily activities
without fatigue, it is necessary to maintain
health in five areas: cardiorespiratory
endurance, muscular strength and endurance,
flexibility, and body composition. These five
areas are called the components of health-
related fitness.
Why are the Components of Health-Related Fitness important?
Development of these areas will
improve your quality of life, reduce your risk of
chronic disease, and optimize your health and
well-being.
Cardiorespiratory endurance
Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to carry out prolonged, large muscle, dynamic movements at a
moderate to high level of intensity. This relates to your heart’s ability to pump blood and your lungs’ ability to take in oxygen.
Muscular strength
Muscular strength is the ability of the muscles to exert force over a single or maximal effort.
Muscular endurance
Muscular endurance is the ability to exert a force over a period of time or repetitions.
Flexibility
Flexibility is the ability to move your joints through a full range of motion.
Body Composition
Body composition is the relative
amount of fat mass to fat-free mass.
Skill-Related Components of Fitness
there are 6 skill-related components that assist
in developing optimal fitness: speed, agility,
coordination, balance, power, and reaction
time. Although important, these areas do not
directly affect a person’s health
What does stress mean in terms of exercise?
The term stress, within the context of exercise, is defined as an exertion above the normal, everyday
functioning.
Overload Principle
a principle of
adaptation to stress suggesting the amount
of stress applied during exercise must
exceed a threshold level to stimulate
adaptation.
The FITT Principle
Variables that control the amount of stress on the body and vital components of fitness goals
What does the F in FITT stand for?
Frequency
What does the I in FITT stand for?
Intensity
What does the first T in FITT stand for?
Time (duration)
What does the second T in FITT stand for?
Type (Mode)
What does F or Frequency in FITT stand for?
How often exercises are preformed over. Period of time. Ex. 3–5 days per week
