Chapter 17: Self-Care and Recovery

Question 1

Recovery

Answer 1

A systematic physiological and psychological process in which the body and brain require replenishment and rejuvenation in order to prepare for the next training or competition.

Question 2

Rest

Answer 2

Aspect of recovery that focuses on improving daily sleep amount and quality, limiting stress, and increasing physical and psychological relaxation.

Question 3

Refuel

Answer 3

Aspect of recovery that focuses on nutrition and hydration habits prior to, during, and after activity.

Question 4

Regenerate

Answer 4

Aspect of recovery that focuses on movement-based self-care strategies to optimize movement quality and minimize compensation.

Question 5

Occupational wellness

Answer 5

Occupational wellness focuses on a person’s work and their attitude toward it.

Question 6

Physical wellness

Answer 6

The benefits of physical wellness have been well-documented and include nutritional, hydrational, and physical activity components.

Question 7

Social wellness

Answer 7

Those who commit to not only improving their own social welfare but the welfare of those around them will find an environment built on trust and harmony.

Question 8

Intellectual wellness

Answer 8

Individuals who consistently challenge their own beliefs, are open to new ideas, encourage creative thinking, and who are strategic in problem-solving and planning are less likely to report stress and conflict.

Question 9

Spiritual wellness

Answer 9

Those who consistently question their own existence, values, and beliefs while at the same time are tolerant and open to other individuals’ spiritual beliefs have a deep appreciation for the universe.

Question 10

Emotional wellness

Answer 10

Emotional wellness is the ability to identify and accept feelings and emotions.

Question 11

Pre-Contemplation stage

Answer 11

People do not know that they have a problem or that a new behavior is needed.

Question 12

Contemplation stage

Answer 12

People understand that there is an issue that needs to be addressed and that the current behavioral path is detrimental to goals or health.

Question 13

Preparation stage

Answer 13

Research and planning on lifestyle change is taking place.

Question 14

Action stage

Answer 14

Behaviors are being executed to reverse the problem.

Question 15

Maintenance stage

Answer 15

Consistent action is taking place for improved condition or lifestyle.

Question 16

Termination stage

Answer 16

An undesirable status is no longer a temptation and counter behavior has taken hold.