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1. Helps with weight control - helps posture - prevents back pain - can become more limber






2. Book suggests doing resistance exercises slowly - How many seconds do they suggest for concentric contractions






3. Recommended frequency for flexibility exercises - and What is the minimum






4. Carbohydrates - fat and protein.






5. For metabolic syndrome - What is considered low for HDL.






6. Which kind of goal is more sensible (SMART) when one is beginning to make a change in lifestyle






7. Lowers LDL but does not lower HDL. sources can be olive oil - olives - avacado - seeds and nuts.






8. Some arsenic is found in these - (how big in country - draw backs of drinking bottled water)






9. Fruits - veggies - beverages - watermelon - pineapples - apples - oranges - grapes - lettuce - cucumbers - carrots - celery.






10. Calories per gram - trans fat - saturated - unsaturated - monounsaturated and polyunsaturated and trans fat - secondary source of fuel - provides protective layer around organs - insulated body from the cold - transports fat soluble vitamins ADEK -






11. DOMS






12. The lower blood pressure number - often called 'resting pressure' It is the pressure in the arteries at its lowest level occurring just before the next beat of the heart.






13. 1. Isotonic 2. Isometric 3. Isokenetic






14. What percent of Americans will experience back pain in their lives






15. Potassium - it is the third most abundant mineral in the body. it is an electrolyte - they help with proper nerve and muscle function - such as beating of the heart. we need about 4700mg per day - good sources include fruits and veggies - especially






16. It strengthens bones and makes teeth more resistant to decay. Most public water systems are treated with fluoride - so that it is a good source. too much fluoride can damage teeth - so do not swallow toothpastes or mouthwashes with fluoride in them.






17. Are the transfer stations where oxygen and fuel are released - and waste products - such as carbon dioxide - are removed from the tissues.






18. Each additional pound of muscle you build increases your basal metabolic rate by How many calories per day.






19. Consuming calories in amounts equal to the number of calories expended. individuals who want to increase lean body mass need to increase caloric intake while carefully increasing the intensity and duration of their physical activity.






20. Fatty acids - found special in cold-water fish - in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. walnuts - flaxseeds and canola oil may have similar benefits






21. Challenge muscles more than normal - to get improvement






22. Has been shown to help improve balance and mobility in the elderly. It is used in rehabilitation and in specialized training regiments for sports.






23. How often per minute at rest does the heart beat in a normal person.






24. Specific - Measurable - Attainable - Relevant - Timely






25. Monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats that are usually liquid at room temperature and come primarily from vegetable sources.






26. Servings of protein






27. Muscles are exercised at levels beyond their normal use.






28. Hardening of the arteries due to conditions that cause the arterial walls to become thick - hard and nonelastic.






29. Slow twitch (Type I)fast twitch (Type IIb) intermediate Twitch (Type IIa)






30. Static - ballistic - PNF - and Range of Motion






31. Limit saturated fat to 7-10% limit cholesterol to 300mg - 200mg if you are at high risk for diabetes - avoid trans fatty acids like - mac n cheese - eat cold water fish twice a week






32. Does not appear in plants - it is man made they shoot hydrogen into the vegetable oil. harmful effects are raises LDL which may lead to plaque build up also known as atherosclerosis. If the readings of trans fat in a product are less than .5% compani






33. PRE strengthens your muscles - and it also strengthens something else. What is that






34. What do tendons connect to






35. Spiritual - social - emotional-mental - intellectual - physical






36. What are the 2 components of muscle fitness






37. Individuals who are overweight or obese as children are more likely to be overweight as adults. over fatness in children causes the body to produce more fat cells; Children who are adopted are said to take on the BMI of their birth parents rather tha






38. What are minerals mostly made from






39. A dark-colored adipose tissue with many blood vessels - involved in the rapid production of heat in hibernating animals and human babies






40. Needed in relatively large amounts; calcium - phosphorous - sulfur - potassium - magnesium - sodium and chloride. Needed for muscle contraction - blood pressure maintenance - blood clotting and bone maintenance. (what they do - come from)






41. 5 organs or systems all be fit; heart - lungs - blood vessels - blood and muscles






42. Stretches but then comes back to its original state like a rubber band






43. What is a normal healthy blood pressure






44. Phosphorous - it is 2nd most abundant mineral in our bodies. it is found in every cell and it is needed for strong bones - teeth and metabolism - also vitamin B can only be activated when it is attached when it is attached to phosphorus. we need abou






45. I have been doing 2 sets of 8 reps each with 8-lb. weights - how might I apply the principle of progression






46. Kinds of Vegetarians






47. What doesnt cause DOMS






48. How much bottled water is said to come from the same sources as municipal water.






49. Hormone that makes you feel hungry






50. How long should static stretches be held