Bodies readiness Flashcards
how to assess strength
the grip dynamometer- assess the strength of arm muscles
or reps
how to assess speed
a timed distance of how are they can and tested doing 30-40 metres
how to assess flexibility
sit and reach test
how to assess Cardio-vascular endurance
12 minute copper run.
or
multistage fitness test
what are the 6 health screening tests?
BMI blood pressure resting heart rate family history cholesterol level glucose level
how is blood pressure measured
with a sphygmomanometer.
want it to be 120/80 average
resting heart rate measured
average man 70 beats
women 75 beats
BMI measured
weight divided by height squared
cholesterol level measured
high level could increase illness in future.
tests carried out my doctors or nurse
Glucose tested
unusual amounts indicate diabetes.
tested my doctors or nurses
family history
history or illness or disease may mean you will get them