Chapter 16: Lesson 1 Flashcards
1
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Core stability
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The ability of an individual to maintain a given position, adequately stabilizing the spine while the extremities are moving.
2
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Core endurance
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The ability to control the motion of the spine over a given longer duration.
3
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Core strength
A
The ability to control the motion of the spine.
4
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Core
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The structures that make up the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex (LPHC), including the lumbar spine, pelvic girdle, abdomen, and hip joint.
5
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Type I (slow twitch) muscle fibers
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Muscle fibers that are small in size, generate lower amounts of force, and are more resistant to fatigue.