Circuit Training/Conditioning Flashcards
(21 cards)
Strength
The amount of resistance (weight) a muscle can tolerate (lift/push).
Give examples of strength training
push ups, weight lifting, pull ups
True or False: Bigger muscles help the body burn more fat when you exercise
True
Name the three components of physical fitness
strength
flexibility
cardiovascular endurance
Flexibility
the range of motion in a joint (how far you can move it.)
Give examples of flexibility exercise
quad stretch
calf stretch
Yoga poses also increase flexibility
Do flexible muscles help prevent injuries?
Yes they do.
Cardiovascular endurance
the ability to do exercise that strengthens your heart, lungs and circulatory system for long periods of time.
What type of exercise burns fat
Cardiovascular endurance
Give examples of cardiovascular endurance exercises
running, jogging, jumping
Name the five phases of a proper workout
warm up
stretch
exercise
cool down
stretch
What does a warm up exercise do?
prepares the body for exercise and makes the muscles more flexible.
What does the stretching exercises do in Phase 2 of a proper workout?
loosens the muscles and helps to prevent injury during exercise
What does exercise do in the third phase of a proper workout?
increases physical fitness by strengthening the heart, lungs, and circulatory systems. burns. fat.
What does Cool Down do in the 4th phase of a proper workout?
lowers heart rate slowly to prevent stress on the heart and prevents muscular soreness.
What does stretching do in the 5th phase of a proper workout?
Loosens muscles, prevents soreness, and most importantly _Increases flexibility _
static/traditional
What is the minimum amount of exercise needed to maintain a healthy body
30 minutes MOST days of the week (4 or more) Every day is best!
Define Heart Rate
the number of times your heart beats in one minute (60 seconds). When you exercise your heart rate gets faster.
Describe how you find your heart rate.
check your pulse by placing your index and middle finger on your neck, just under your jaw bone (carotid artery).
Count the number of beats for 15 seconds.
Multiply that number by 4.
This number is your Heart Rate (HR)
What heart rate should an average 5th or 6th grader exercise at?
156-190 beats per minute (bpm)
