Recreational Activity Flashcards
Recreation is derived from the Latin word? which means to be refreshed (mapasigla), to relax or to enjoy
recreare
Activities can be done especially outdoor.
People who take part in park activities such as walking, hiking, or skiing, maintain lower body fat percentages, and have lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY
BENEFITS
OF A RECREATIONAL
ACTIVITY
Individual
COMMUNITY
ENVIRONMENTAL
ECONOMIC
is defined as activities performed in the water that promote and enhance physical and mental fitness.
Aquatic Fitness
is typically performed in a vertical position in shallow and/or deep water.
Aquatic Fitness
s a broad term used for activities done in or on the water. Among these are many lifelong and competitive activities such us,
Aquatic
AQUATICS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
SWIMMING FITNESS
WATER RACING
WATER POLO
WATER AEROBIC
SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING
DIVING SPRINGBOARD
SNORKELING
SCUBA DIVING
CANOEING
It is the upward force of the water on an object. This is the reason why boats and people float on water. It also gives a weightless feeling, which makes it easier to move, lift knees or even jog in water.
buoyancy
The pressure exerted by the water at equilibrium due to the force of gravity It is the weight of the water pressed down on the object.
hydrostatic pressure
ransfers heat away from the body much quickly than air given in the same temperature. This is the reason we can stay longer in water and can tolerate longer workouts without feeling being overheated.
enhance cooling
One of the most popular water sports, It has been around for centuries which has become one of the most common recreational activities and a sport that test your fitness and stamina.
SWIMMING
5 Basic
Swimming Skills
Breathing
Floating
Your body movement should be well coordinated
Kicking
Strokes
This is a frequently overlooked basic skill, but it is an important one. If are not comfortable breathing while swimming, you won’t be able to enjoy it completely and learn new things. The basic idea is that you need to breathe out with both your nose and mouth when your head is underwater.
Breathing
Before you start kicking and stroking, first learn to float in the water. Floating helps you to get used to the habit of moving through water properly. Floating helps to keep your body on the surface of the water.
Floating
In swimming, all your body parts should be well coordinated with each other. You must be able to move the muscles of your lower back, abdomen, and hips in a synchronized way to keep moving forward.
Your body movement should be well coordinated
is another important skill to learn if you want to master swimming. Kicking helps your body to move in the forward direction. Many swimming coaches use kickboards to support swimmer’s body.
Kicking
are the arm movements that help to pull the body through the water. The front crawl, sidestroke, backstroke, and butterfly are some of the common swimming strokes.
Strokes
Types
of Strokes
Freestyle
Breast Stroke
Back stroke
Butterfly stroke
Also known as the front crawl, this is the classic swimming posture. Lie on your stomach and flutter your legs while alternating the arms in a windmill motion. You propel yourself forward with moderate speed in a specific direction. The freestyle is a great competitive and exercise stroke, and allows you to swim longer distances without exhaustion.
Freestyle
loat with your stomach facing down, then move your arms in a half-circle motion in front of the body. Bend your legs, then kick back with good timing, and you’ll propel yourself up and forward.
Breast Stroke
Lie on your back and flutter your legs while circling your arms in a windmill motion. It’s very similar to the freestyle, but you swim on your back and propel yourself backwards. Many doctors recommend this technique to those who have back problems, or to develop stronger back muscle
Back stroke
An excellent workout and common competitive stroke–possibly because it tests a mature swimmer–the butterfly is performed by bringing your arms up above your head, then pushing them down into the water to propel yourself forward.
Butterfly stroke
Health Benefits of Swimming
Cardiovascular
Muscular Strength
Any exercise that raises your heart rate higher than 120 beats per minute for longer than 20 minutes improves the condition of the cardiovascular system. When you swim, your pulse rate increases even more than 120bpm especially if you swim fast
Cardiovascular
Swimming is excellent for improving strength and tone in several muscles, especially torso, shoulder, and arm muscles
Muscular Strength
