Physical Activity & Your Health
a way of life that involves little physical activity
sedentary lifestyle
any activity that uses large muscle groups, is rhythmic in nature, and can be maintained continuously for at least 10 minutes three times a day or for 20-30 minutes at one time.
aerobic exercise
part of an exercise program when the activity is performed at it's highest peak.
workout
synthetic substances that are similar to the male hormone testosterone
anabolic steroids
a spasm or sudden tightening of a muscle.
muscle cramp
the ability to carry out daily tasks easily and have enough reserve energy to respond to unexpected demands.
physical fitness
the ability if the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to utilize and send fuel and oxygen to the body's tissues during long periods of moderate-to-vigorous activity.
cardiorespiratory endurance
indicates that particular exercises and activities improve particular areas of health-related fitness.
specificity
is taking in fluids so that the body functions properly
hydration
an injury to the ligament surrounding a muscle or tendon.
strain
any form of movement that causes your body to use energy.
physical activity
the ability of the muscles to perform physical tasks over a period of time without becoming fatigued.
muscle endurance
formula-frequency,intensity,time/duration,and type of activity.
F.I.T.T.
a search for diseases or disorders that an individual would otherwise not have knowledge of or seek help for.
health screening
a condition in which body temperature becomes dangerously low
hypothermia
a condition characterized by a decrease in bone density, producing porous and fragile bones.
osteoporosis
the ratio of body fat to lean body tissue, including muscle,water,and connective tissues such as ligaments,cartilage, and tendons.
body composition
is the number of times your heart beats in one minute when you are not active.
resting heart rate
a program of formalized physical preparation for involvement in a sport or another physical activity.
training program
a condition in which the body loses the ability to rid itself of excessive health through perspiration.
heatstroke
the process by which your body gets energy from food.
metabolism
the amount of force a muscle can exert.
muscular strength
is the gradual increase in overload necessary to achieve higher levels of fitness.
progression
overworking the body
overexertion
a condition resulting from damaging a muscle or tendon.
sprain