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






2. 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)






3. Also is Stages of Change; 1. Precontemplation - not considering stopping 2. Contemplation - considering stopping3. Preparation - looking for programs 4. Action - makes a change 5. Maintenance - keep the change for 6 months

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4. Upper blood pressure number - often called working blood pressure. it represents the pressure in the arteries at its highest level just after the heart beats






5. What should you feel when doing flexibility exercises






6. 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






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






8. What happens to your muscles during an isometric exercise






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






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






11. They are highly adaptable and have biochemical and physiological properties of fast and slow twitch fibers






12. 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






13. 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






14. When do people with no interventions such as exercise program reach their maximum strength






15. The amount of energy expended at rest is referred to 1






16. For metabolic syndrome - What is considered high for triglycerides






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






18. Considered large abdominal circumference for men and for women






19. 3 pieces of equipment in the fitness center that helps with functional balance






20. Clinical term that implies higher normal levels of body fat and potential risk for development of obesity. values of a 25 BMI are considered overweight 66% of U.S.






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






22. 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.






23. 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






24. It stretches and stays like taffy






25. How many vitamins are there?






26. 24 - 48 hours after the exercise.






27. Is considered to be the best indicator of cardiovascular fitness - and aerobic physically activity is the preferred method for achieving it






28. Type of muscle contraction in which the muscle changes length - either shortening (concentrically) or lengthening (eccentrically)






29. Reduce cholesterol and LDL cholesterol they also decrease levels of HDL






30. 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 -






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






32. Before you do serious resistance or cardio exercises what should you be SURE to do?






33. Primary sources come from animals. dietary fats that are usually solid at room temperature and come primarily from animal sources; excessive fat particularly this kind can lead to atherosclerosis cardiovascular disease and breast - prostate and colon






34. Osteoarthritis - breast cancer - uterine cancer - cervical cancer - intracranial hypertension - risk of cataracts - decrease life by 18-10 years. Android Northern above belly button Gynoid Southern below belly button - where fat is placed.






35. Which kind of muscle fibers help you excel at long distance running






36. 2 knids of people that need to do PNF stretches






37. How much blood is in our body?






38. How many essential amino acids






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






40. Percentage carbs in diet






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






42. ADEK - if they stay around too much they could damage organs; stored in fat cells. Vitamin A - milk - cheese - fruits and eggs and veggies - Vitamin D - important (extremely) bones helps absorbs calcium in bones; milks and eggs and sunlight salmon -






43. 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






44. What are the upper chambers of the heart called






45. 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.






46. Not regulated by FDA (food and drug administration) can make any claims - spend $ - no benefit - may be bad for you.






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






48. Where are those minerals stored first.






49. Special name antioxidants - (How they affect vegans)






50. Total cholesterol 200 - healthy HDL 50 or above - Healthy LDL less than 100 -healthy triglycerides less than 150