Lesson 1 Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is the primary issue in modern society related to physical activity?
Increased automation leading to sedentary lifestyles.
What are the consequences of sedentary lifestyles?
Elevated rates of obesity and related chronic health conditions.
What role do Certified Personal Trainers play in health?
They help clients improve fitness for long-lasting health and happiness.
What does the NASM personal training credential provide?
A scientific foundation necessary for a career as a fitness professional.
What is essential for a successful career in fitness?
Ongoing and continued growth in knowledge.
How often does human knowledge double according to Buckminster Fuller’s Knowledge Doubling Curve?
Approximately every century.
In the medical field, how frequently does knowledge double?
Every few months.
Why is staying physically fit and eating healthy important?
It is one of the best forms of preventive medicine.
What do fitness professionals need to differentiate between?
Facts and fads.
Fill in the blank: The fitness industry is full of amazing new techniques and methodologies that drive human _______.
performance
True or False: The fitness industry is free from misinformation and social media trends.
False
What should fitness professionals be open to in their careers?
New ideas and methodologies.
What is the importance of adhering to current, research-supported training principles?
It helps ensure safe and effective client outcomes.
What is evidence-based practice?
The conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about client care.
It relies on scientific evidence for guidance and decision-making.
What are the three fundamental components of evidence-based practice?
- Developing individual professional expertise
- Staying current on the best sources of external evidence
- Prioritizing client values and expectations
Define kinesiology.
The study of movement as it relates to anatomy and physiology.
What does peer-reviewed research ensure?
It ensures that only high-quality research is published in reputable journals by determining the validity, significance, and originality of the study.
What is the OPT model?
A proprietary approach to exercise training developed by NASM, backed by scientific research.
What is the significance of the OPT model?
It has been successful for various clients seeking weight loss, health improvements, strength, muscle mass, or athletic performance.
What are the components of health-related physical fitness that exercise training programs should address?
- Flexibility and mobility
- Core strength and stability
- Cardiorespiratory (cardio)
- Balance
- Plyometrics
- Speed, agility, and quickness
- Resistance
What does being deconditioned mean?
A state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and a lack of core and joint stability.
What is a muscle imbalance?
When muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships.
Define joint stability.
The support provided by tissues surrounding a joint to maintain and provide control during movement.
True or False: Evidence-based practices can rely on tradition and intuition.
False.
