Nutrition
Fitness Principles
Aerobic vs. Anaerobic
PA Effects and Testing Stats
Misc.
100

List the 6 basic nutrients needed to sustain life.

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, vitamins, minerals

100

What does "progressive overload" mean?

Gradually increasing the intensity of a workout - either by time or resistance - to expand your fitness limits.

100

List 3 activities that are aerobic, and 3 activities that are anaerobic.

Aerobic - jogging, biking, swimming, yoga, walking, hiking, soccer, step, etc.


Anaerobic - sprints, weights, plyometrics, volleyball, football, etc.

100

What is the average mile time for male and female teenagers?

Male: 8:10

Female: 9:30

100

What is the range for a healthy resting heart rate?

60-100 BPM

200

How much water does a person need to drink per day?

1/2 their body weight in ounces.

200

What's the purpose of doing a warm-up before you start an activity?

Prepares muscles to work hard, prevents injury, wakes up your heart and lungs

200
List 2 benefits of aerobic exercise and 2 benefits of anaerobic exercise.

Aerobic - focuses on improving cardiovascular system, helps maintain weight, improve stamina


Anaerobic - focuses on improving musculoskeletal system, helps lose weight, helps build bone/muscle mass

200

What are the average sit-ups per minute scores for male and female teenagers?

Male: 42-46

Female: 11-16

200

What is the standard for how much activity you should be getting each week? 

1 hr/day, 5-6 days/week

300

What is purpose of protein? 

builds/repairs muscles, keeps you full and satisfied

300

What does FITT stand for?

F - frequency

I - intensity 

T - time

T - type

300

The main form of energy the body uses is called _____________. 

ATP (adenosine Tri-Phosphate)

300

True or False: Routine exercise can improve your long-term memory, attention span, and mood.

True

300

What is a healthy body fat percentage range for males and females?

Males: 10-20% 

Females: 20-30%

400

List the 4 benefits of consuming fats.

1) Aids in absorption of nutrients 

2) Aids in transportation of nutrients

3) Protects cells and organs

4) Secondary source of energy

400

What does "reversibility" mean?

Use it or lose it! 

If you don't continually work on your fitness, you will lose the progress you've made up to now. 

400

ATP is created through a process called ____________.

Glycolysis

400

What are the average push-ups per minute scores for male and female teenagers?

Male: 20-35

Female: 7-15

400

List 8 signs of dehydration

1) Headache

2) Dizzyness 

3) Dry mouth

4) Thirsty

5) Impaired cognition

6) Fatigue

7) Dark urine 

8) Increased irritability

500

List 3 ways that post-workout meals can help your body recover.

1) Increase muscle repair

2) Reduce inflammation

3) Decreases hunger later

500

What are the five levels of the fitness pyramid?

1) Moderate Physical Activity (Everyday Activities)

2) Vigorous Aerobics (Cardio)

3) Mixed Fitness Activities (sports, recreational act.)

4) Muscle Fitness (Strength)

5) Flexibility

500

Which nutrient should you eat after a workout to replenish energy the quickest?

Carbohydrates

500

List 6 different ways that exercise can benefit your physical, mental, emotional, and/or social health.

weight management, strong heart and lungs, prevent disease/illness, strong muscles/bones, better long-term memory, better focus/attention, mood boost, teamwork skills, communication skills, better self-image, etc.

500

Lacey is 17 years old. Find her training threshold range (60-80% of her max heart rate).

121.8 - 162.4 BPM


MHR = 220 - age

Lacey's MHR = 203

MHR x 0.6

MHR x 0.8

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