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What is Obesity

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A complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat; classified by a body mass index of 30 or greater.

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Kinesiology

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Study of movement as it relates to anatomy and physiology.

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Evidence Based Practice

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A practice that relies on evidence for guidance and decision-making and includes:
1 developing individual expertise,
2 staying current on the best sources of external evidence (e.g., peer-reviewed research),
3 and prioritizing client values and expectations.

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What are the three fundamental components of evidence-based practice?

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  1. Developing individual professional expertise,
  2. Staying current on the best sources of external evidence (e.g., peer-reviewed research)
  3. Prioritizing client values and expectations
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What is the Musculoskeletal system?

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The combined, interworking system of all muscles and bones in the body.

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What is Deconditioned?

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A state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and a lack of core and joint stability.

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Overweight

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A body weight greater than what is considered within normal standards; a body mass index of 25.0 to 29.9.

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What is Muscle imbalance?

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When muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships.

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What is Joint stability?

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The support provided by tissues surrounding a joint to maintain and provide control during movement.

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What is Peer-reviewed research?

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It is defined as “a process of subjecting an author’s scholarly work, research, or ideas to the scrutiny of others who are experts in the same field.”

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What is the OPT MODEL?

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3Parts:
Stabilization–Strength–Power

5 Levels

Stabilization Endurance

Muscle Stabilization

Muscular Development

Maximum Strength

Power

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Socioeconomic status

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The social standing of a person or group that includes education, income, and occupation.

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Morbidity

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The state of having a disease

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Mortality

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A state or a risk of death or dying.

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Homeostasis

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The process by which the human body strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium.

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The WHO (1948) defines health as

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“a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”

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The leading causes of death in the world today are classified as

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chronic diseases and conditions

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Coronary artery disease, a specific type of heart disease, is the

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leading cause of death in both men and women.

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secondary prevention

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(i.e., treating chronic health conditions after they become apparent)

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primary prevention

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(i.e., treating before the conditions develop)

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Risk Factor

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Any attribute, characteristic, or exposure of an individual that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.

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Cholesterol

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A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells.

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An integrated approach to exercise represents the inclusion of the following forms of training:

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Flexibility and mobility
Core strength and stability
Cardiorespiratory (cardio)
Balance
Plyometrics
Speed, agility, and quickness
Resistance

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A general definition of disease includes

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any abnormal condition that negatively affects the structure or function of a part of the body. Diseases can affect one area of the body or they can be systemic, affecting every part of the body (i.e., various forms of cancer).

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Stroke

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A sudden lack of blood supply to the brain, caused by either a blockage in an artery or ruptured blood vessel.

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Heart Attack

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The action that occurs when an artery supplying the heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked; medically known as a myocardial infarction.

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Heart failure

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A condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.

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Heart valve problem

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A condition that occurs when one or more heart valves do not function properly, causing shortness of breath and reduced oxygen supply to the body.

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Arrhythmia

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A problem with the rate or rhythm of a person’s heartbeat. The heart beats too quickly, too slowly, or with an irregular pattern.

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Ischemic heart disease

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A category of heart-related problems caused by the narrowing of coronary arteries, which supply blood and oxygen to the heart muscle.

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Atherosclerosis

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The processes by which plaque is formed in arteries leading to reduced blood flow.

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Physical activity

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Bodily movement that results in energy expenditure and encompasses many modes and intensities.
Movement that is not structured exercise such as recreational pursuits (e.g., golfing, gardening, and walking a dog).

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Hypertension

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Consistently elevated blood pressure.

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Systolic blood pressure (SBP)

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The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when the heart is contracting; the first (top) number recorded.

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Diastolic blood pressure (DBP)

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The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when heart is at rest or between beats; the second (bottom) number recorded.

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Diabetes

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Chronic metabolic disorder, caused by insulin deficiency, which impairs carbohydrate usage and enhances usage of fat and protein.

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Glucose

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The simplest form of carbohydrate used by the body for energy.

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Insulin resistance

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The inability of the cells to respond to insulin; occurs in type 2 diabetes.

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Cancer

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A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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A general term used to describe progressive lung diseases, including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and refractory (nonreversible) asthma.

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Endorphins

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A group of hormones secreted by the brain that provides a variety of physiological functions, such as reducing the perception of pain.

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Skeletal muscle

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The type of muscle tissue that connects to bones and generates the forces that create movement.

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Sprain

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A stretching or tearing of ligaments.

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Plantar fasciitis

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An inflammation of the fibrous tissue (plantar fascia) along the bottom of the foot, which often results in intense heel pain.

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Patellar tendonitis

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An injury or inflammation of the tendon that connects the patella (kneecap) to the tibia (shin bone).

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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear

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A stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee.

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Medial collateral ligament (MCL) tear

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A stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the medial collateral ligament of the knee.

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Shoulder impingement syndrome

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Shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff tissues rubbing against the acromion bone of the shoulder.

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Operational costs
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The various monetary requirements associated with the day-to-day running of a business

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