5 Components of Fitness
Name the 5 components of Fitness
Flexibility
Cardiorespiratory Endurance
Muscular Strength
Muscular Endurance
Body Composition
Group of triangular muscles located in the center/upper back.
Trapezius
what does endurance mean?
Performing an exercise for a period of time that increases the heart rate
In the FITT formula what does the F stand for
Frequency
What is the largest muscle in the body?
The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body.
The amount of force a muscle or muscle group can exert against resistance.
Muscular Strength
The muscle that surrounds the spine
Latissimus Dorsi
What is a rep?
an exercise performed one time
What do the two T's stand for in FITT
Time, Type
What country originated the term "dumbbell"?
England
The ability of the heart and lungs to provide oxygen to the muscles during prolonged physical activity.
Cardiorespiratory Endurance
Muscle located on the side of your abdominal wall.
Obliques
A group of repetitions of an exercise performed consecutively, followed by a rest period.
Set
What part of the FITT principal refers to the sort of activity to complete. EX: Aerobic activities like walking, jogging, biking, swimming or dancing or strengthening activities
Type
What is the distance of a marathon to the nearest mile
26 miles
The proportion of body fat and lean mass (muscles, bones, organs) in the body.
Body Composition
Name at least 5 of the 12 Major Muscle groups we have learned in class
Rectus Abdominis, Biceps, Deltoids, Triceps, Obliques, Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus, Gastrocnemius, Latissimus Dorsi, Trapezius, Quadriceps, Pectorals
Name 4 safety rules to obey by in the weight room
No running, no slamming weights, no horseplay, stay with your partner, change your own weight, no food or drink, no personal devices, clean up your station, proper attire
'Easy to moderate, or about 60-75% of your maximum heart rate' is an example of what component in the FITT principal?
Intensity
Which country holds the record for the most Olympic Gold medals in weightlifting?
China
the ability of your muscles to perform contractions for extended periods of time.
Muscular Endurance
Where is the gastrocnemius located
Lower portion of the back of the leg- the calf
What does respiratory mean?
Heart and Lungs
Give an example for each component of F.I.T.T
Frequency – 5 to 6 times per week.
Intensity – Easy to moderate, or about 60-75% of your maximum heart rate.
Time – Anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes or more.
Type – Any exercise you can do continually, like running, walking, cycling, swimming, rowing, stair-climber, elliptical trainer, etc.
What is the world record for the most push-ups in an hour?
2,682