EXERCISE Flashcards
A body movement that is produced by the
contraction of skeletal muscles and that
substantially increases energy expenditure.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
A bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles
that requires energy expenditures and produces
progressive health benefits.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Improved psychological functioning
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Improved appearance
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Increased efficiency of the heart and lungs
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Increased muscular strength and endurance
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Reduced stress response
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Protection from lower back pains
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Possible delay in the aging process
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Maintenance of proper body weight
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Possible reduction of the risk of coronary
heart disease
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
Naturally induced fatigue and relaxation
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
A type of physical activity that requires
planned, structured, and repetitive bodily
movement to improve or maintain one or more
components of physical fitness.
EXERCISE
Leisure-time physical activity conducted with
the intention of developing physical fitness.
EXERCISE
Do begin with warm-up to prepare the body and mind.
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do wear appropriate attire.
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do get an exercise buddy or accountability partner to keep you honest.
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do monitor the heart rate
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do drink lots of water before, during and after your workout.
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do bend the knees a bit when landing from a jumps
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do listen to your body’s signals during exercise
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do cool down after exercising to relax your muscles and gradually lower your heart rate.
DO’S OF EXERCISE
Do not hyperextend and/or twist the knees,
elbows, neck and lower back.
DON’TS of EXERCISE
Don’t try to race someone or get competitive
when you are just starting out- you’ll risk injury.
DON’TS of EXERCISE
