Science
any bodily movement that requires energy expenditure
what is physical activity?
if exercise science is considered a discipline, then physical therapy is considered what
What is a profession?
three occupations in this major
what are athletic trainers, physical therapists, dietician, etc.
This electrolyte is most commonly lost in sweat
what is sodium
ESSO stands for
what is exercise science student organization
Name the FITT principles
what is frequency, intensity, type, time
What does ICE stand for in athletic training terms?
what is ice, compression, elevation
common minors for exercise science majors
What are Biology, Psychology, Health Science, Business, and Communication?
Macronutrient that is bodys primary fuel source
what are carbohydrates
who is Professor Vanguri
the substrate is used in glycolysis to make ATP
the study of the structure, function and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems
what is biomechanics
the best person to go to when staying on track with your degree and registration?
What is an academic advisor?
1 gram of protein is equal to how many calories
What is four calories?
the EXSC professor that specializes in biomechanics
who is Dr. Mokha?
The female athlete triad includes disordered eating, menstrual dysfunction, and this condition
what is osteoporosis
This type of muscle fiber contracts quickly and fatigues rapidly, making it ideal for sprinting
what is a type 2 fiber
the only way to do research at NSU
you can do research on anything (within reason) that interests you if you can find a faculty sponsor to support it!!)
Typical percentages for macronutrients necessary for athletes
what is 45-65% carbohydrates, 20-30% protein, and 20-30% fat
What is a concentric contraction?
This type of lever is a bicep curl
what is a third class lever
The central nervous system structure most responsible for motor coordination and balance
what is the cerebellum
the required amount of volunteer hours for your career and graduate school (if this applies to you)
Check your program ahead of time so you are prepared! Getting ahead of this is helpful!
most abundant mineral in the human body
what is calcium?
Exercise and sports science major belongs to this college
What is the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences