Calories
What is a calorie?
A unit of measure associated with food. It is a unit of measure that provides the body with energy.
Why are nutritional diets important?
Help our bodies function properly and maintain good health
What are our six main nutrients?
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, vitamins, minerals
What does the first letter "I" stand for in FITT?
Intensity
What is one test for cardiovascular endurance?
Fitnessgram pacer test
What is the conversion rate of 1lb to calories?
1lb = 3,500 calories
What diet would athletes consume in order to improve athletic performance?
high protein diet
What macronutrient is responsible for giving energy to our body?
Carbohydrates
What does the letter "F" stand for in FITT?
Frequency
What is the formula to find your max heart rate?
220-age
What is the recommended daily calorie consumption for children ages 6-12?
1,600-2,200
What is the percentage of protein in a high protein diet?
40%
What are our three micronutrients?
minerals, vitamins, water
What are the three levels of exercise intensity?
Low, Moderate, Vigorous
What is muscular endurance?
The ability of the muscles to perform physical tasks over a period of time without becoming fatigued.
How would someone lose weight?
Burning more calories then they consume
What is the difference between a vegan diet and a vegetarian diet?
Vegan do not eat any animal products or any products that come from animals. Vegetarian do not eat any meat products but some consume animals based products such as eggs, and dairy products.
When digested what do carbohydrates breakdown into?
sugar
When training in a vigorous intensity what is your heart rate range?
60-85%
What is body composition?
What are three reasons calories vary per person?
age, gender, activity level
What is the percentage of a carbohydrates in a low carbohydrate diet?
less than 26%
Name the five food groups.
dairy, fruits, protein, grains, vegetables
What is the purpose of FITT principles?
To help individuals how long and how hard they should exercise. Can also help creating a training plan.
What are the five components of fitness?
body composition, flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance