Fitness Basics
What is cardiovascular exercise?
This type of exercise strengthens your heart and lungs and includes activities like walking, running, and cycling.
What is water?
Drinking this before, during, and after exercise helps regulate body temperature and prevent cramps.
What are macronutrients?
These three nutrients — protein, fat, and carbohydrates — provide energy for the body.
What is stress?
This response is the body's natural reaction to a challenge or demand, often managed through breathing and movement.
What is 150 minutes?
This is the recommended number of minutes of moderate exercise per week for adults.
What is muscular strength?
This component of fitness is improved through weight training and allows you to lift heavier objects.
What is sleep?
This important habit supports recovery, immune function, and mental clarity, and adults need about 7–9 hours of it per night.
What is vitamin D?
This vitamin is important for bone health and is often made in the body from sunlight.
What is yoga?
This practice combines breathing, movement, and mindfulness and can improve flexibility and mental clarity.
What is stretching?
This activity should be done before and after workouts to reduce injury and improve performance.
What is muscular endurance?
This fitness component is about sustaining effort over time, like doing many push-ups or running long distances.
What is a SMART goal?
This type of goal is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What is protein?
This nutrient helps build and repair muscles, and is found in foods like chicken, beans, and tofu.
What is mindfulness?
This technique involves focusing your mind on the present and can reduce anxiety and improve focus.
What is a process goal?
This type of goal focuses on the steps you take, not just the final result.
What is flexibility?
This refers to how well your joints can move through their full range of motion.
What is a post-workout meal or snack?
This meal helps refuel your body after exercise and should include both carbohydrates and protein.
What are antioxidants?
These plant-based nutrients help protect your body from damage and are found in fruits and vegetables.
What is endorphin?
This hormone is often called the “feel-good” chemical, released during exercise.
What is a fitness tracker (or wearable device)?
This tool helps you track your physical activity, steps, or heart rate.
What is body composition?
This fitness measurement compares fat to lean mass in the body.
What is mindful eating (or nutrition planning)?
This health-related behavior involves planning meals, tracking intake, and choosing nutrient-dense foods.
What are the Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs)?
These are the dietary guidelines for daily nutrient intake, based on age and activity level.
What is wellness?
This term refers to a balanced state of mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
What is interval training?
This type of training alternates between high- and low-intensity effort, and can improve both endurance and strength.