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






2. 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






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






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






5. When doing an isotonic exercise - should you breathe in on the effort - or out on the effort.






6. You need it in cell walls - used for digestion - making hormones and part of nerves. Like a waxy substance but not fat but like looks like it - cant be used as an energy source - HDL and LDL high density lip protein total > 200






7. 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






8. Refers to a person's body type. One researcher (Sheldon) suggested that there are three basic body types: ectomorph (linear) - mesomorph (muscular) - and endomorph (round)






9. Sulfur 4th most abundant mineral in the body. there is no recommended in take amount for sulfur - because it is found in protein - as long as you meet your daily requirement for protein you will get enough sulfur






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






11. What should you feel when doing flexibility exercises






12. 1. Isotonic 2. Isometric 3. Isokenetic






13. Lots of sugar not many other nutrients 'sweets' table sugar - cookies - cake and ice creams. bad for your teeth






14. 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.






15. 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






16. If you want to develop or maintain cardiovascular fitness level and are working at a vigorous intensity - how long should you plan to exercise on your work out days






17. 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






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






19. Where are those minerals stored first.






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






21. It stretches and stays like taffy






22. 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 .






23. Cancer prevention - high blood pressure - heart disease - prevent stroke -prevents obesity - increases brain function -helps prevent depression






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






25. What are the upper chambers of the heart called






26. Zinc - it is a component of every living cell - it is used for enzyme reactions - blood clotting - taste - vision - wound healing. good immune system function - maybe that is covered under - good sources are oysters - red meat - and poultry. skip cop






27. How many second s do they suggest for eccentric contraction






28. 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.






29. 24 - 48 hours after the exercise.






30. What does MET stand for






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






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






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






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






35. 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)






36. 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.






37. Bring your arms into you closer pinching your sides - bring arms in the shape of a diamond






38. 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.






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






40. Give us energy - every grain of carb gives us 4 calories 9 fat calories - broken down into sugars - then enters the blood stream - stored in liver or muscles or is used up.






41. increase heart rate - increase breathing rate - redistribution of blood skeletal muscles - improved oxygen uptake






42. Calories per gram of protein






43. 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






44. Fat - located under the skin. skinfold measures - can be used to estimate body fatness; waist to hip circumference ratio - can be an indicator.






45. Excessive loss of water from the body - usually through perspiration - urination - or evaporation ; sometimes water out of cells - to maintain blood pressure and volume. cells shrink - body tissue begin to dry out - cells start to shrivel and malfunc






46. Occurs 24 hours after exercise






47. Percentage carbs in diet






48. How long should static stretches be held






49. 1 to 2 lbs per week - for example 3500 calories use up to or not eat 500 calories.






50. Specific - Measurable - Attainable - Relevant - Timely