Definitions
What is physical activity?
Any body movement that causes your muscles to work more than they would at rest.
Name one disease exercise helps prevent.
Osteoporosis, coronary heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure.
What are the 5 health-related fitness components?
Cardiorespiratory, muscular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, body composition.
What is your heart rate?
The number of times your heart beats per minute.
What are the 3 phases of a workout?
Warm-up, workout, cooldown.
What is the difference between physical activity and exercise?
Physical activity is any movement of the body; exercise is structured, regular physical activity to improve fitness.
How many calories are burned in 30 minutes of moderate activity?
200 calories.
What is muscular endurance?
The ability to use a group of muscles repeatedly without becoming tired.
What is a normal resting heart rate?
60–100 beats per minute.
How long should a warm-up last?
5 to 10 minutes.
What is aerobic activity?
Activity that uses large muscles, performed at a moderate, steady pace for a long period.
What muscles help with posture?
Strong back and abdominal muscles.
What are the 6 skill-related components of fitness?
Power, coordination, agility, balance, speed, reaction time.
What is the formula for maximum heart rate?
220 minus your age.
How long should the workout phase last?
At least 20 minutes.
What are the 3 goals of physical fitness?
Good health, improved physical fitness, peak athletic performance.
How does exercise improve mental health?
It helps relieve anxiety and depression and makes you feel mentally refreshed.
Define power and coordination.
Power is the ability to do maximum work in a short time. Coordination is the ability to use two or more parts of the body together.
What is the target heart rate zone?
60% to 90% of your maximum heart rate.
Why is a cooldown important?
It helps the body return to its pre-exercise state and prevents soreness or injury.
What does flexibility mean in fitness?
The ability to move your joints through a full range of motion.
What lifestyle change often happens when someone begins exercising?
They often become interested in eating nutritiously and living a healthier lifestyle.
What is body composition?
The percentage of different types of tissues (fat, muscle, bone, etc.) in the body.
How does plaque affect your heart?
It causes arteries to clog, making the heart work harder to circulate blood.
Name two tips for sticking to a fitness plan
Write down your goal, choose activities you enjoy, choose a convenient time, know your fitness level, and practice safety (any two).