Chapter 1 Flashcards
What are normative standards?
Based on past performance of a group of similar individuals “averages, percentiles”
What is the difference between healthspan and lifespan?
Lifespan is the amount of years you live, and healthspan is the total number of years a person remains in excellent health.
What is epidemiology?
Sum of factors controlling the presence or absence of a disease
What is physical activity epidemiology?
epidemiological study of physical activity as a health-related behavior linked to disease and other outcomes
What is the difference between physical activity and exercise?
exercise is planned
What is health-related physical fitness?
components of physical fitness associated with good health/disease prevention
What is morbidity?
rate of incidence of disease
What is mortality?
number of deaths in given period
percentages of physical activity participation in adults?
15% vigorous, 60% occasional, 25% sedentary
Percentages of PA in childrens/teens?
50% occasional, 14% sedentary
What is sedentary death syndrome?
sedentary behavior leads to a group of health issues leading to premature death, related to at least 23 health conditions
Changes within the past 20 years of mortality and morbidity?
mortality has decreased, but morbidity has increased
What is the greatest risk factor for CVD?
lack of physical activity over obesity, high cholesterol, and family history
True/False: lifelong physical activity is different than participation in childhood sports
true
What are the layers of the physical activity pyramid?
Daily (carrying groceries), at least three times a week (Aerobic), at least twice a week (stretching and balance), reduce (inactivity and sitting)
Energy expenditure goal?
1500-3500 kcal/week
Who has the highest risk of musculoskeletal injuries?
10-14 age group, with sprains/strains/contusions/abrasions/lacerations
What are the 5 components of the health-related fitness assessment?
Cardiorespiratory fitness, body composition, flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance
