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1. If you are using the HIT method of training you would normally do How many repetitions per set






2. What is the aerobic capacity of an elite runner






3. Iodine - it is needed to avoid a thyroid disease called goiter - because that was the leading reason for rejecting recruits during WWI - the government decided to add it to table salt in 1924 - and that has just about eliminated the disease -






4. Percentage of protein for diet






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






6. Isotonic muscle contractions in which the muscle gets longer as it contracts that is - when a weight is gradually lowered and the contracting muscle gets longer as it gives up tension. also called negative exercise.






7. What disease is also known as the silent killer






8. What does MET stand for






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






10. Also known as neutraceuticals - products that contain these medically beneficial compounds - because they are a combination of pharmaceuticals and food.






11. B and C - B-1: whole grains - lean a meat and poultry - legumes and nuts - B-12: animal products (benefits and drawbacks) - these we need to make sure we get enough of - because they exit the body regularly






12. Too little of sodium - brain cells can be affected. confusion - seizures - and coma. Sweating and losing a lot of sodium - drinking a lot of water - so much that the kidneys cant get rid of it fast. such as marathons or radio drinking water contests






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






14. Help prevent cancer by absorbing free particals.






15. In metabolic syndrome high blood pressure is what over what






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






17. In a single day How many gallons of blood does the heart pump






18. The range of motion available in a joint. It is affected by muscle length - joint structure and other factors. A fit person can move the body joints through a full range of motion in work and in play .






19. The fat that your body needs to function. Regulation - 5% males 10% females - is necessary for temperature regulation - shock absorption and the regulation of essential nutrients - including vitamins ADEK.






20. Which kind of PRE is used when you do lunges with no free weights






21. When muscles are working what percent of blood flow do they receive






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






23. Contain all of the essential amino acids - along with most of the others. examples are meat - dairy products - and fish






24. Tends to deteriorate with age - and this is partly due to corresponding declines in muscle strength - range of motion - and a lower ability to coordinate muscle movements.






25. 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






26. 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






27. What doesnt cause DOMS






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






29. 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






30. 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






31. Magnesium - only need 1 oz or less - compared with 3lbs of calcium - but it is needed for over 300 chemical reactions that keep us alive. more than half our magnesium is in our bones - Calcium gives bones strength; magnesium gives bones elasticity -






32. 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.






33. 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.






34. Which is a good use of and necessary thing for strength training






35. Who invented the 6-20 scale for RPE






36. 1 to 2 lbs per week - for example 3500 calories use up to or not eat 500 calories.






37. Why is the 'heart rate reserve method -' of calculating training pulse rate considered more accurate than the 'percentage of maximum heart rate' method






38. 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.






39. 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.






40. If a 150lb woman can lift her weight - and a 200 lbs man can lift his weight they are said to have the same what






41. What are proteins made of






42. What are the 2 components of muscle fitness






43. 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






44. The oxygen-carrying protein (molecule) of red blood cells






45. The recommended frequency for CV exercise if your goal is to attain good fitness






46. Precontemplation - not thinking about stopping Contemplation - considering stopping eating themPreparation - looking for healthier snacks Action - starts to eat fewer tootsie pops Maintenance - only eating four tootsie pops every month






47. 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






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






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






50. How many vitamins are there?