LESSON 6 Flashcards
(27 cards)
A form of exercise intended to increase muscular strength and endurance.
Resistance Training
Resistance training involves exercising _____ using some form of resistance.
muscle
This resistance could be ______, ______, or _______ working against gravity.
weights, bands, or own bodyweight
The two other terms use to refer Resistance Training are?
Strength Training
Weight Training
Doing resistance training can focus on specific results, such as:
joint stability
muscular endurance
increased muscle size
strength
power
Benefits of Resistance Training:
- Boost Metabolism and Reduce Body Fat
- Increase Bone Density and Improve Balance
- Improve Mental Health
- Build Muscle Mass
- Improve Muscle Strength and Endurance
- Reduce the Risk of Sports Injuries
- Increase Self-Esteem
Muscle is ______that requires energy to maintain, whereas fat tissue is not.
metabolically active tissue
Studies have shown that doing resistance training consistently can maintain or increase bone ______ and ______.
mass and density
Resistance training can help alleviate __________, even if the exercise is mild enough to have no clear improvement on physical strength.
depression symptoms
Build Muscle Mass is also known as?
Muscle Hypertrophy
This goal is not just for people who want to build muscle but also for older adults who want to minimize muscle loss, also known as ______.
muscle atrophy
Resistance training workouts for children decrease rates of ____ ______ and _______ associated with playing sports.
fracture, musculotendinous, and muscle injuries
In one study of college women, researchers noted that the study participants reported feeling ______ after a resistance training workout.
They also indicated that they had improved:
invigorated
self-concept, self-esteem, and self-efficacy, as well as improved overall mood
Eating habits are defined as,
“conscious, collective, and repetitive behaviors, which lead people to select, consume, and use certain foods or diets, in response to social and cultural influences”.
Experts already know that a healthy eating plan includes:
vegetables
fruits
whole grains
fat-free/low-fat dairy products
lean meats
poultry
fish
beans
eggs
nuts
A healthy eating plan limits:
saturated and trans fats
sodium
sugars
Factors that affect eating habits:
stress
short sleep durations
economic limitations
lack of time
lifestyle-related changes
Factors that affect eating habits:
stress
short sleep durations
economic limitations
lack of time
lifestyle-related changes
_________ are in a stage of change that renders them more susceptible to the development of unhealthy eating habits.
University students
In healthy eating habits, ____ ____ or ____ fruits are great choices.
fresh, frozen, or canned
Be aware that dried and canned fruit may contain added _____ or ______
sugars or syrups
Look for fresh or canned vegetables without added ____ ____ or _____.
salt, butter, or cream sauces
In addition to fat-free and low-fat milk, consider low-fat and fat-free _____ without added sugars. These come in a variety of flavors and can be a great dessert substitute.
yogurts
If your favorite recipe calls for frying fish or breaded chicken, try healthier variations by_____ or ____-.
baking or grilling
