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1. As a person becomes more aerobically fit - what happens to their heart rate






2. What percent do the muscle receive when they are at rest (blood flow)






3. 1 to 2 lbs per week - for example 3500 calories use up to or not eat 500 calories.






4. Muscles work in pairs - if you are working one muscle - what do we call its pair? (on the other side of the body) Chest vs Upper Back - Biceps vs Triceps - Quadriceps vs Hamstrings - Abductors vs Aductors - Anterior Deltoids vs Posterior Deltoids






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






6. Specific - Measurable - Attainable - Relevant - Timely






7. Considered large abdominal circumference for men and for women






8. Which kind of exercise involves muscle shortening but not muscle lengthening






9. What disease is also known as the silent killer






10. What happens to your muscles during an isometric exercise






11. How many essential amino acids






12. 5-8 strength ( More weights less reps) 8-12 general fitness (HIT enough weight to fatigue the muscles) 12-25 endurance (less weight more reps)






13. Is not a form of Fat - cannot be used as a fuel. has 2 structural components HDL and LDL






14. 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.






15. Behavioral goal is associated with something you do - example is 30 minutes of brisk walking 6 days a week for the next 2 weeks; an outcome goal is associated with a physical characteristic example would be to lowering your body weight






16. 10-20% males 17-28% females






17. The ability of the muscles to exert an external force or to lift a heavy weight. A fit person can do work or play that involves exerting force - such as lifting or controlling one's own body weight.






18. 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






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






20. If Peter weighs 167lbs and is doing an activity requiring 4 MET; How many calories is he expending per hour on that activity.






21. For the purposes of diagnosing metabolic syndrome - What is considered high blood pressure.






22. 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






23. Both: are chemicals the body need to function; Minerals are needed in larger quantities (pounds - versus ounces of vitamins) - minerals are not destroyed - broken down or transformed in the body; minerals cannot be made by the body - have to get from






24. Calories per gram Carbs






25. What do tendons connect to






26. A blood substance that picks up bad cholesterol - takes it to the liver and helps remove it from the body; often called good cholesterol; can not replenish of with foods - to replenish a good way to replenish






27. back pain -core strength -weight control (for every 2 lbs of muscle the body can burn more calories)






28. 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






29. Kinds of Vegetarians






30. How often per year does the heart beat in a normal person?






31. What is the aerobic capacity of an elite runner






32. We have and need this trace mineral the most. Good sources mostly come from meat and fish but vegetarians can find it in legumes - eggs (lacto-ovo vegetarians) - whole grains - fortified cereals. Iron deficiency in the U.S. and Canada is rare - but a






33. Help you digest slowly (complex fibers) - blood sugar level even - prevent constipation whole foods - glycemic - are good because they have vmfp - vitamins - minerals fibers and Phytochemicals






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






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






36. It is not true that the ______ you do a strength exercise - the more it builds your muscles






37. Exercise/ moving around - digestion - Basal Metabolic Rate






38. What should you feel when doing flexibility exercises






39. What is it that keeps blood from rushing down to your feet in between heart beats.






40. Where are those minerals stored first.






41. 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






42. 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.






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






44. What are the lower chambers called






45. (Progressive Resistance Exercise) the type of physical activity done with the intent of improving muscle fitness.






46. Ability of muscles to exert themselves repeatedly. A fit person can repeat movements for a long period without undue fatigue.






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






48. Meaning you have a good heart and are not at risk for getting heart disease or diabetes






49. One advantage of ___________ over machines is that they work muscles other than the ones you are targeting in your exercise






50. Isotonic muscle contractions in which the muscles gets shorter as it contracts - such as when a joint is bent and two body parts move closer together