Fitness Theory Flashcards
Name the 3 body types
Ectomorph
Endomorph
Mesomorph
Name the five elements of Physical Fitness
Strength Body composition Flexibility Speed Endurance
Name the five elements of Motor Fitness
Agility Coordination Reaction times Balance Power
Name the four principles of training
FITT
Frequency
Intensity
Time
Type
What does SPORT stand for?
Specificity Progression Overload Reversibility Tedium/Variance
How do you check max HR?
Maximum HR is 220-age=Max HR
HR that is below 60 or above 100 are known as?
100+ Tachycardia
-60 Bradycardia
When the muscles receive a study flow of oxygen to produce energy during exercise it is known as?
When the muscles produce energy in the absence oxygen during exercise it is known as?
Aerobic
Anaerobic
Explain strength
Work against resistance (force against) Training effective when specific Minimum 2 a week 80-90% max rep 3 reps 3 sets Overload principle
Explain Endurance
Training at least 2 a week
60-80% max rep
8-12 reps 3-4 sets
No more than 1 hour per session
Explain Flexibility
Mobility training to avoid injury
Active and Passive flexibility
Stretch joints through limits of normal range of movement (RPM)
Name the factors that influence training?
Body type Gender Level of fitness Lifestyle Age
