LESSON 7 Flashcards
What is Stroke Volume?
The amount of blood pumped from the left ventricle of the heart with each beat.
Define Body Composition.
The makeup of the body in terms of the relative percentages of fat-free mass and body fat.
What does Anthropometry measure?
The size and proportions of the human body.
What does the term Ventral refer to?
Relating to or situated on or close to the anterior aspect of the human body.
What does Lateral mean?
Away from the midline of the body, or the outside.
What is a Vasovagal Response?
A response that occurs from pressure placed on the vagus nerve, causing the heart rate and blood pressure to drop.
What are Adipose cells?
Fat cells stored in fatty tissues in the body.
What does Overfat refer to?
The presence of excess body fat that can impair health, even for normal-weight non-obese individuals.
Define Residual Volume (RV).
The volume of air remaining in the lungs following a maximal expiration.
What is High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)?
A lipoprotein that carries excess cholesterol from the arteries to the liver.
What are Triglycerides (TG)?
Three fatty acids joined to a glycerol backbone; how fat is structured in the body.
What is Insulin Resistance?
An inability of muscle tissue to effectively use insulin, where the action of insulin is ‘resisted’ by insulin-sensitive tissues.
What should you initially focus on to ensure client success regarding self-efficacy?
Post-performance experience.
List three factors that affect Resting Heart Rate (RHR).
- Fitness
- Fatigue
- Stress
Describe the procedure to assess a client’s resting heart rate.
Clients should be resting comfortably for several minutes in a quiet environment. Locate the radial pulse on the wrist, count beats for 30 or 60 seconds.
Explain the correlation between elevated blood pressure (BP) and cardiovascular events.
A positive correlation exists; each 20 mmHg increase in systolic BP doubles the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Why is proper sequencing of assessments important?
It ensures accurate results by minimizing the impact of fatigue on subsequent assessments.
True or False: All personal training clients need a comprehensive fitness assessment protocol.
False.
Match the RHR ranges to the appropriate category: RHR >100 bpm, RHR <60 bpm, RHR 60 to 100 bpm.
- Bradycardia: RHR <60 bpm
- Normal sinus rhythm: RHR 60 to 100 bpm
- Sinus tachycardia: RHR >100 bpm
What is a realistic weight loss goal for a client with four weeks until vacation?
4 to 8 lbs.
What assessments would you consider for a new client interested in improving energy and lifestyle?
- Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
- Body Composition
- Basic Movement Screens
- Core Strength Assessments
- Muscular Strength and Endurance Assessments
- Flexibility Assessments
What assessments might you forgo for a non-competitive athlete?
- VO2 max testing
- Hydrostatic weighing or DEXA
- Skill-related fitness assessments
What types of assessments are conducted to establish baseline measurements with a client?
- Cardiorespiratory assessment
- Static posture and movement
- Body mass index (BMI)
- Resting vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure)
These assessments are performed in the first session prior to referring to the preparticipation health-screening questionnaire.