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100

What does HIIT stand for?

High-Intensity Interval Training.  

100

Which class offers a fusion of latin and international music?

Zumba!

100

What does JAIDE stand for?

Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity.

100

What nutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues, particularly muscles?

Protein

100

What part of the body has the most bones?

The hand - it has 27 bones

200

What are microtears?

Microtears occur in the muscle fibers when you lift weights/perform resistance training, which leads to muscle growth as they repair.

200

In which Group Fitness class can participants enjoy a blend of Yoga and Pilates fundamentals?

Group Centergy

200

What resource should you use if you witness any signs of abuse or neglect in a child?

The Orange Binder

200

What is the primary source of energy for the human body?

Carbohydrates

200

What percentage of your body weight is made up of water?

60%

300

What principle is used in personal training to progressively increase workout intensity over time?

Progressive Overload

300

What is the name of our series of classes that offer low-impact, beginner-friendly classes to seniors, those new to fitness, and those recovering from injury?

The Move Together Series / Gold Series

300

In what year did the YMCA unify to become the YMCA of Three Rivers?

2020

300

What nutrient deficiency is commonly associated with anemia?

Iron

300

What is the largest bone in your body?

The femur (thigh bone)

400

What percentage of your maximum heart rate is the fat-burning zone?

The fat-burning zone is around 60-70% of your maximum heart rate.

400
What does TRX stand for?

Total-Body Resistance Exercise & Suspension Training

400

What does YMCA stand for?

Young Men's Christian Association

400

Which type of fat is considered the healthiest for your heart?

Unsaturated fats

400

What is the largest muscle in your body?

The gluteus maximus

500

What is the primary fuel source for muscles during high-intensity exercise?

Glycogen, which is stored carbohydrates in muscles and the liver.

500

What is the difference between racquetball and squash?

Racquetball: court is larger, racquet is shorter, ball is larger.


Squash: court is smaller, racquet is longer, ball is smaller.

500

Name the 3 Rivers

The Avon, The Grand, and The Speed Rivers

500

Which mineral is often referred to as an "electrolyte" and helps maintain proper fluid balance in the body?

Sodium

500

What other "happy chemicals" besides endorphins are released after exercise?

Serotonin and Dopamine

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