LMBR DEFINITIONS: F to J

Question 1

Define fitness

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Answer 1

Fitness is the abiity to perform one’s activitees of daily life, respond to emergencies , and enjoy leisure time activities with sufficient energy and vitality and without excess fatigue.

Question 2

What is flexibility ?

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Answer 2

The ability to move a joint closer to its full range of motion.

Question 3

What is a FITT prescription ?

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Answer 3

A type of exercise prescription which incudes recommendations on:

F - frequency

I - intensity

T - type of exercise

T - time (duration)

Question 4

What is Heart Rate Reserve ?

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Answer 4

A number equrl to the maximum heart rate (MHR) minus the resting heart rate (RHR)

Question 5

What is high intensity interval training (HIIT)

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Answer 5

Characterized by brief, intermittent bursts of vigorous activity that are interspersed with periods of rest or low intensity exercise.