PathFit Flashcards
involves any bodily movement
caused by muscular contractions that result in the
expenditure of energy.
Physical Activity
it is a planned program of physical
activities usually designed to improve physical
fitness.
Exercise
Give the 2 physical activities that aim to decrease the prevalence.
Sedentary and Inactive lifestyle
It is the ability of the heart,
lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen
Aerobic Capacity
It is the ability of the
muscle to generate the greatest force
Muscular Strength
It is the ability of the
muscle to resist fatigue when performing
multiple repetitions
Muscular endurance
It is the ability to move a joint
without pain over its entire range of motion.
Flexibility
It refers to the total
the make-up of the body
Body Composition.
it is the ability to change the position of the body quickly and with control
Agility
The ability to use strength at speed
Power
this is the differential rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement
Speed
the duration between the presentation of a stimulus and the onset of a movement
Reaction time
it is the ability to use two or more body parts together
Coordination
it is the ability to retain the centre of mass above the base of support when stationary or moving
Balance
states that the body must work harder than what it is used to in order for it to adapt.
Principle of Overload
