Physical Wellness Flashcards
Cardiorespiratory
Muscular strength
Muscular endurance
Flexibility
Body Composition
Health related fitness components
Agility
Balance
Coordination
Power
Reaction time
Speed
Skill related fitness components
Physical
Mental
Environmental
Spiritual
Emotional
Social
Occupational
Wellness Dimensions
Walking
Jogging
Aerobics
Swimming
Cycling
Spinning
Rope Skipping
In-line Skating
Rowing
Elliptical training
Stair Climbing
Aerobic activities
Max amount of oxygen the body can use per minute of an activity
Cardiorespiratory Endurance
2nd greatest threat to US public health
Dying from inactivity
Sedentary Death Syndrome (SeDS)
Percentage of Americans that achieve high physical fitness standards
10
Number of weeks before you notice significant strength gains
8
Least dangerous type of flexibility program
Static Stretching
Most dangerous type of flexibility program
Ballistic Stretching
Number of miles for running shoes
500
Combining two or more activities to improve fitness and decrease injury
Cross-training
What one single activity develops total fitness?
None
Most common excuse for not exercising
Not enough time
Improves posture, immune system, recovery, and cognitive function
Helps sleep, body weight, back pain and cholesterol
Reduces depression, morality, anxiety, and disability
Improves insulin sensitivity, brain function, endothelial function, and digestion
Fitness and wellness benefits