PE revision - 20 words Flashcards
(20 cards)
Agility
the ability to move and change direction quickly (at speed) whilst maintaining control
Alveoli
air sacs in the lungs
Power
the product of strength and speed
Gamesmanship
the use of dubious methods that are not strictly against the rules, to gain an advantage
Cardiovascular endurance
the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles
Dehydration
excessive loss of body water interrupting the function of the body
Embolism
blockage of a blood vessel
Etiquette
the unwritten rules regarding behaviour how we are expected to behave
Fitness
the ability to meet/cope with the demands of your environment
Flexability
the range of movements possible at a joint
Outcome goals
focus on end result/winning
Health
the complete state of physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absense of disease or infirmity
Positive self-talk
developing cognitive positive thoughts about your own performance
Pulse raiser
an activity that raises heartrate. usually as part of a warm up eg. light jog
Sedentary lifestyle
a lifestyle with little or no physical activity
Sportsmanship
playing fair, showing respect for the opposition and gracious behaviour in winning or losing
Strength
the ability to overcome a resistance
Tangible
something that can be seen and touched eg. a trophy
Weight training
the use of weights/resistance to cause adaptation of the muscles
Obesity
a BMI over 25
