Fitness Flashcards
A muscle must contract harder if it it to become stronger
Overload Principle
The ability to move a body part through a full range of motion
Flexibility
Fibers that have the ability to contract for long periods of time and are used for aerobic or endurance activities
Slow twitch fibers
The ability of a muscle group to apply a maximum force against resistance one time
Muscle strength
A series of quick but gentle movements or bouncing motions that are not held for a long period of
time.
Ballistic stretching
The ability to use your senses together with your body parts
Coordination
Vigorous activity that uses continuous oxygen, activity that increases the heart and lungs’ ability to supply oxygen to muscles
Aerobic Exercise
The ability to repeat a muscle movement over a long period of time
Muscle endurance
The ability to perform a movement or cover a distance in a short period of time
Speed
Short, high intensity movement that requires you to be at 80-90% of Heart Rate Max
Anaerobic Exercise
A state of being that enables a person to reach his or her highest potential
Wellness
What does F.I.T.T. stand for
Frequency
Intensity
Time
Type