Body Comp
What is the gold standard to measure body composition?
Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA)
By 2030, nearly ______ of U.S. adults will be obese
50%
VO2
Define muscular strength
The maximum amount of force a muscle (or group of muscles) can produce in a single contraction
How many calories per gram in Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fats?
4, 4, 9cal
Body Mass Index
How many calories are in one pound of fat?
3,500
What is the estimated maximal heart rate of a 22 year-old?
198 bpm
Define muscular endurance
The ability to produce force repeatedly while resisting fatigue
What used to be the gold standard for measuring body composition?
Hydrostatic weighing (underwater weighing)
Padding and protecting the internal organs against physical trauma is a basic function of ______
Storage Fat
Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder
Explain aerobic vs anaerobic
Aerobic = with oxygen
Anaerobic = without oxygen
If Scott has more slow twitch fibers in his muscles, what sort of activity is he best suited for?
Prolonged activity
Running, jogging, swimming, cycling, etc.
Name two "popular" diets
DASH, Mediterranean Diet, Atkins, South Beach, Carnivore, Vegetarian/Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Intermittent Fasting, Whole30, WeightWatchers
What is the minimum essential % fat for men and women?
Men: 3%
Women: 12%
Obesity increases the risk for what diseases?
Hypertension, coronary artery disease, type II diabetes, atherosclerosis
What are the 5 components of health related physical fitness?
Body Composition, Cardiorespiratory Endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility
For the YMCA Bench Press Test, how many beats per minute is the cadence?
60 bpm
What is periodization?
Breaking down a training program into multiple cycles to optimizing planning/programming
Fat Stored in an apple shape is also called ______ obesity, whereas fat stored in a pear shape is also called _______ obesity.
What does NEAT stand for in regards to Total Daily Energy Expenditure?
Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis
What unit is VO2max measured in?
mL/kg/min
What is the name of the scale used to determine how hard an individual is working during exercise?
Borg's Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale
Name one cardiorespiratory field test
Queens College Step Test
12min walk/run test
Rockport 1mile test