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PRW-2 Fitness Knowledge Test
health and fitness related material
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Fitness
Undergraduate 2
05/02/2016

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Term
5 components of fitness
Definition
1) Cardiorespiratory Endurance
2) Muscular Strength
3) Muscular Endurance
4) Flexibility
5) Body Composition
Term
F.I.T.T. model
Definition
(a principle for overload)

Frequency--How often

Intensity--How hard

Time--How long (duration)

Type--Mode of activity
Term
Adaptation and two ways of doing so
Definition
Adaptation is why we exercise.

Our bodies adapt via...

1) Progression: critical b/c exercising at the same levels will not provide adaptations and can lead to a plateau.

2) Overload: important b/c too little will not have much effect upon fitness levels, and too much will increase the likelihood of an injury
Term
What is Cardiorespiratory Endurance?
Definition
-The ability of the body to perform prolonged, large-muscle, dynamic exercise at moderate to high levels of intensity.

-This is a key health-related component of fitness

-Having an understanding of the body processes involved in _____ exercise can help you design a safe and effective fitness program for many individuals.
Term
F.I.T.T. of Cardiorespiratory Endurance
Definition
F-Frequency: 3-5 days/week

I-Intensity: 60-85% of your MHR or at your THR-range (MHR= 220-Age) X %intensity
> 3 times/week at HIGH intensities for 20 minutes (≥85%)
> Break in to 3- (10) minute segments throughout the day

T-Time: 20-60 minutes

T-Type:
> Conventional Methods
--Walking, Jogging, Bicycling, Swimming, and Aerobics

> Newest Trends
-- Crossfit, Insanity, Zumba, or High Intensity Intervals
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