Nasm Section 1 Flashcards
Obesity
Excessive amount of body fat; BMI of 30 or greater
Kinesiology
Study of movement relating to anatomy and physiology
Evidence based practice
-Evidence for guidance & decision making.
-Peer reviewed research
-Prioritizing client values & expectations
Musculoskeletal System
All muscles & bones in the body
Deconditioned
A state of lost physical fitness
- Muscle imbalances
- Decreased flexibility
- Lack of core & joint
stability
Overweight
Weight greater than normal standards
- BMI of 25.0 - 29.9
Muscle Imbalance
Muscles on each side of joint have length-tension relationships
Joint Stability
-Support by tissues surrounding joint
-Maintain & provide control during movement
Socioeconomic status
Social standing a person or group
- education
- income
- occupation
Morbidity
Having a disease
Mortality
Risk of death or dying
Homeostasis
Maintain a relatively stable equilibrium
Risk Factor
Attribute, characteristic or exposure that increases likelihood of developing disease or injury
Cholesterol
Waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells
Stroke
Lack of blood supply to the brain
- Blockage in an artery or
- Ruptured blood vessel