Chapter 8 Trouble Questions Flashcards
List and define the 6 athletic related fitness components?
The 6 fitness components are:
Agility – ability to change direction rapidly
Balance – ability to maintain a certain body position
Coordination – ability to integrate the movement of body parts to produce smooth fluid movements
Power – product of force and speed
Reaction Time – time required to respond to a stimulus
Speed – ability to move rapidly
What are the benefits of exercise?
- Improves mood
- Reduces risk of heart disease
- Strengthens bones
- Increases muscle strength
- Lowers body fat
- Increases respiratory capacity
What is osteoporosis?
Condition is which the bones lose their mineral density and becomes susceptible to injury.
How long should one exercise in order to keep weight off?
60 -90 minutes of moderate intense cardio, 5 times a week
Define aerobic. Define anaerobic.
Aerobic: With oxygen and any activity that is continuous and uses major muscles of the body
Anaerobic: Without oxygen and any activity that is high in intensity but short in duration
How long does an anaerobic exercise last?
Between 10 seconds and 2 minutes
What is active stretching?
What is passive stretching?
What is ballistic stretching?
What is static stretching?
Active Stretch: stretching a muscle by contracting an opposing muscle
Passive: external force that helps the joint move through its range of motion
Ballistic: rapid bouncing movement
Static: gradual stretch held for 10-30 seconds (safest stretch)
What are the signs of heat exhaustion?
Heavy sweating, muscle cramps, headache, nausea or vomiting, and/or fainting.
What are the warning signs of heat stroke?
Having a temperature of 106 degrees within 15 minutes, red hot dry skin, dizziness, nausea, and confusion or unconsciousness
