Required Readings Flashcards
Crazy fact about age
7.5 years: People with accurate perceptions of aging can expect to live 7 an a half years longer, on average, than people brainwashed by negative myths and stereotypes
What are the four types of pleasure identified in the article related to physical activity?
Sensory Pleasure
Documented pleasure
The pleasure Habitual Action
The pleasure of immersion
Source of pleasure
When is sensory pleasure experienced
Where is pleasure experienced?
Sensory experiences.
Instant gratification in the momer of doing the activity.Moments of sensual pleasure
‘peppered’ throughout activity (i.e., not necessarily constant).
Where the activity occurs.
Source of pleasure
When is Documented pleasure experienced
Where is pleasure experienced?
Process of documenting activity
After doing the activity
Beyond the space here the activity occurs
Source of pleasure
When is the pleasure of Habitual Action experienced
Where is pleasure experienced?
Implementation of and adherence to habitual behaviour.
During the cyclical rhythm of routine (of which physical activity forms a part of).
Beyond the space where the activity occurs.
Source of pleasure
When is the pleasure of immersion experienced
Where is pleasure experienced?
Sense of focus, which facilitates escape from, consideration of and perspective to be gained upon everyday life demands.
In the moment of doing the activity. Benefits recognized as extending beyond that moment.
Where the activity occurs (including real or imagined therapeutic landscapes).
Benefits recognized as extending beyond that space and into everyday life.
How does the Pleasure Narrative in physical activity for older adults differ from a Health-Focused Narrative?
The pleasure narrative emphasizes enjoyment, sensory experiences, and the joy of participation in physical activity, while the health-focused narrative focuses on outcomes like disease prevention and health benefits.
What is an example of Sensory Pleasure from Age of Champions?
The Tigerettes basketball team finds pleasure in the enjoyment of the physical movement, the feeling of energy, and the enjoyment of the game itself.
What is an example of Immersive Pleasure from Age of Champions?
Adolph, the pole vaulter, experiences immersive pleasure when he becomes fully engaged in his sport, enjoying the challenge and the focused attention required for the activity.
Do athletes in Age of Champions mention a health-focused narrative?
Yes, some athletes mention that physical activity helps them stay healthy, but their primary motivation is the pleasure of the activity itself rather than just avoiding illness.
What were the two most commonly used HIIT protocols found across the studies included in this review?
The two most commonly used HIIT protocols were:
“4 × 4” (4 minutes of high-intensity exercise followed by 4 minutes of rest or low-intensity exercise)
“10 × 1” (1 minute of high-intensity exercise followed by 1 minute of rest or low-intensity exercise)
What were the two most commonly used HIIT protocols found across the studies included in this review?
The two most commonly used HIIT protocols were:
“4 × 4” (4 minutes of high-intensity exercise followed by 4 minutes of rest or low-intensity exercise)
“10 × 1” (1 minute of high-intensity exercise followed by 1 minute of rest or low-intensity exercise)
What were the most commonly used pieces of equipment for HIIT protocols?
The most commonly used pieces of equipment in HIIT protocols included stationary bicycles, treadmills, and rowing machines.
True/False: HIIT led to significantly greater improvements in aerobic fitness as compared to moderate continuous aerobic (MCT) exercise?
False.
Rationale: While HIIT generally led to improvements in aerobic fitness, the review did not find significant differences between HIIT and MCT in terms of aerobic fitness. Both interventions were effective, but there were no conclusive findings showing that HIIT was superior to MCT for improving aerobic fitness.
True/False: HIIT led to significantly greater improvements in aerobic fitness as compared to moderate continuous aerobic (MCT) exercise?
False.
Rationale: While HIIT generally led to improvements in aerobic fitness, the review did not find significant differences between HIIT and MCT in terms of aerobic fitness. Both interventions were effective, but there were no conclusive findings showing that HIIT was superior to MCT for improving aerobic fitness.
