EXERCISE SCIENCE
The area beneath a person, including every point of contact with the supporting surface.
Base of Support
A compound strength exercise targeting the hamstrings and glutes, performed by hinging at the hips with a slight knee bend.
RDL, Romanian Deadlift
High-quality sources include meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and soy.
Protein
_____ hours of sleep is recommended for most adults aged 18–64.
7-9
Returning dumbbells, plates, and kettlebells to their proper, organized spots.
Re-racking your weights
Strength training causes this. Meaning you continue to burn calories after your workout ends.
EPOC (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption)
A screening tool that estimates whether a person's weight is healthy for their height, although a bit antiquated today.
BMI, Body Mass Index
These serve as the body's primary energy source, breaking down into glucose to fuel cells, tissues, and organs.
Carbohydrates
Light movement, such as shaking out limbs or walking, can help clear lactate faster than sitting still.
Active Recovery
Using sanitizing wipes or spray on machines, benches, and mats after use.
Wiping down equipment after use
Utilizes techniques like goal setting, imagery, and stress management to help athletes overcome performance anxiety, recover from injury, and build resilience.
Sport Psychology
Measured when calm and inactive, acting as a key indicator of cardiovascular fitness, stress levels, and potential health issues.
RHR, Resting Heart Rate
These lipids are liquid at room temperature and help improve cholesterol.
Unsaturated Fats
______ rests allow for better performance on heavy lifts, while ______ rests keep intensity high and boost metabolic stress.
Longer & Shorter
Allowing others to use the machine while you rest between sets.
"Working in"
The self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain a stable, balanced internal environment despite changing external conditions.
Homeostasis
A 1–10 scale measuring exercise intensity based on subjective feelings of effort, fatigue, and breathlessness.
RPE, Rating of Perceived Exertion
This mineral is responsible for producing hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood.
Iron
Persistent muscle soreness, decreased performance and fatigue, in addition to moodiness, and lack of motivation are signs of this.
Overtraining
To help mitigate excessive grunting or slamming weights, Planet Fitness has one of these.
Lunk Alarm
The body’s 24/7 process of converting food into energy for breathing, circulating blood, and repairing cells.
Metabolism
Muscle pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion occurring 24–72 hours after intense or new, unaccustomed exercise.
DOMS, Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
There are 13 essential ________ that the body needs for growth, development, and daily function, typically obtained through a balanced diet.
Vitamins
Holding a, muscle at its maximum, comfortable, length for 15–60 seconds, ideal for post-workout.
When listening to your music in the gym, it's best to use these, as not to disturb others.
Headphones