Fitness Concepts Flashcards
Warm up ________ before you stretch to get the blood circulating and prevent ______.
slowly; injuries
What are the five weight room rules?
- Don’t bang weights.
- Work out with a partner.
- Clean the sweat of the machines.
- Do 8-12 reps then add more weights.
- Don’t do more than you are able.
A warm up should last __ minutes and be done at a _________ pace.
2; moderate
__________ is done to increase your flexibility.
Stretching
Stretching should be _________ not ________.
static; ballistic
Two of the same stretchines done in a row is called a _____________.
pre-stretch stretch
All stretches should be held for ___ seconds.
10
Stretch _______ and ______ your workout.
before and after
Strong _________ means strong _______.
muscles; bones
_______________ excercise will improve your heart and lungs.
Cardiovascular
What five things should you consider that will improve your health through excersise?
- Mode (type) of exercise
- Frequency (how often): three times per week
- Duration (how long): 10 minutes of weights and stretching and 20 minutes of cardio
- 60-80% of your maximum heart rate: 220-your age
- Increases the level of your workout as you go.