Fitness Basics
Physical Activity is...
any form of movement that causes your body to use energy.
Cardiorespiratory Endurance...
is the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to send fuel and oxygen to the body's tissues during long periods of moderate to vigorous activity.
Your max heart rate is found by using what formula?
220 - your age = MHR
What is a training program?
A formalized plan revolving around physical preparation for involvement is a sport or activity.
Hydration
taking in fluid so that the body functions properly.
Physical Fitness is...
the ability to carry out daily tasks easily and have enough reserve energy to respond to unexpected demands.
Muscular Strength...
is the amount of force a muscle can exert.
Having a low RHR means what?
Your heart is efficient, strong, healthy.
Frequency
How many times a week are you going to train?
Sedentary Lifestyle is...
a way of life that requires little physical activity.
Muscular Endurance...
is the ability of the muscles to perform physical tasks over a long period of time without becoming fatigued.
The Target Heart Rate Zone is between ___ and ____ of your MHR.
60% - 80% MHR
Intensity
At what level are you going to work? Working in a way that will allow you reach your goal.
Rest:
too little sleep disrupts the nervous system, causing slow reaction time, lack of concentration, forgetfulness, irritability and depression. 8-10 hours a night.
Aerobic exercise...
is long and rhythmic in nature. Requires oxygen.
Flexibility...
is the ability to move the body through a full range of motion.
Warm-up:
to prepare the body for work.
Time
How long is each workout and how much rest will you have between each set?
Anabolic steroids:
synthetic substances that are similar to the male hormone testosterone.
is short burst of exercise. Does not use oxygen.
Body Composition...
is the ratio of body fat to lean body tissue.
Cooldown:
to prepare the muscle to return to a resting state.
Type
Choose activities that fit your goals!
Supplements:
They are meant to work with your diet and provide vitamins and minerals you are lacking. They should not be the focus of your nutritional plan.