Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
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Morbitity
A
The relative incidence of a particular disease
2
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Mortality
A
The rate of death
3
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Top 2 leading causes of death
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- Heart disease 2.Cancer
4
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What is a “lifestyle-related” disease
A
Diseases that are a reflection of lifestyle choices. This includes smoking, bad diet, or inactivity.
5
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Exercise Science
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It involves exercise, sport, physical activity and athletic performance. Common characteristics include movement of the body and adaptations to movement.
6
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What is an “Umbrella Term”
A
It is used to describe the various aspects of a subject
7
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Physical Activity
A
Activities of daily living including all movement that humans perform.
8
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Exercise
A
Structured movement process for the purpose of improving fitness+ performance.
9
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Sport
A
Movement in structured and organized activities.
