Optimal Weight Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Define OPTIMAL WEIGHT
A
Most favourable weight to allow an athlete to perform at their best
2
Q
Define BODY COMPOSITION
A
Proportions of fat, muscle, bone and water in a body
3
Q
Define BASAL METABOLIC RATE
A
Amount of calories needed for the body to function at rest
4
Q
What is the EQUATION for ENERGY EXPENDITURE?
A
EE= BMR x PAL
5
Q
Define PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS
A
Energy levels used to perform physical activity
6
Q
What is OPTIMAL WEIGHT AFFECTED by?
A
- Height
- Gender
- Age
- Build
- Genetics
- Bone structure
- The sport
7
Q
What is the BODY MASS INDEX?
A
A calculation to assess a persons weight relative to their height
8
Q
Why is BMI not good?
A
- Does not take into account variable composition
- Such as muscle or fat
