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Health
a state of physical, mental and social well-being that enables you to function at an optimal level in many areas of your life. beyond simply not being sick.
Wellness
suggests that your health is good, you can also function at a high level in other areas of your life.
Intellectual Fitness
ability to think critically about issues: having an active curious mind.
physical fitness
assuming personal responsability for ones health, by exercising, eating healthy...
Emotional fitness
ability to deal with stress, to maintain a positive self-concept adapting to changes.
spiritual fitness
finding meaning and purpose in life whether through religion, meditation, etc.
Social fitness
ability to develop meaningful relationships with family, friends, and co-workers.
Physical Fitness
state of physical well-being that allows you to:
--perform your daily activities with vigor.
--reduce you risk of health problems related to lack of exercise.
--establish a fitness base for participation in a variety of physical activities.
Two Types of physical fitness
--health related physical fitness
--skill-related physical fitness
Health related physical fitness
--cardiorespiratory fitness
--flexibility
--muscular strength
--muscular endurance
--body composition
Skill-related physical fitness
--coordination
--Agility
--balance
--Reaction Time
--power
--speed
Fitness Triangle
--Heredity
--Environment
--Behavior
Heredity
each of us is born with certain strengths and weaknesses which determine , to some extent, our size, intelligence, personality, and many other things which make us what we are
Environment
many studies have shown the tremendous effect of environment on the total well-being of a person. it is still a fact that environment tends tends to set limits on the opportunities.
Behavior
factor most responsible for determining your total fitness. behavior is the key.
Controllable risk factors
physical inactivity, cigarette smoking, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, n high stress lifestyle.
uncontrollable risk factors
heredity or family history, age and gender.
Achieving an optimal fitness include:
--Increased energy
--improved appearance
--increased muscular strength
--help in dealing with stress
--improved overall health
--self-image
--physical performance
--ability to sleep and over all daily performance
Cardiorespiratory fitness
a strong heart and healthy lungs
Achievving Cardiorespiratory fitness can:
reduce the risk of heart disease,lower blood pressure, burn body fat n increase muscle mass, strengthen ur immune system.
flexibility n what it can do
range of motion of you joints-->reduce risk of injuries, decrease muscle soreness, maintain ease of everyday movement, reduce stress.
Muscular fitness n wut it can do
strength n endurance: strengthen bones, increase lean body mass, reduce body fat, prvent back pain, n improve posture.
body composition n wut it can do
the ratio of lean body weight to fat weight: reduce the risk of Heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, improve metabolism efficiency...
participate safely in an exercise program
--follow the principles of training and the guidelines
--perform each exercise using the correct technique
--wear the appropriate clothing and shoes.
--fitness cannot be rushed, establish a regular schedule for your workouts.
--warm up and cool down before n after each workout.
--drink plenty of fluids
---stretch to avoid physical problems before n after each workout.
--listen to your body n avoid exercising when you are ill and have physical problems
Selecting exercise clothing
--warm weather
cotton and loose fitting clothign, light colored
body sweat
composed of water, salt, potassium salts, urea and lactic acid.
high humidity
makes the effects of heat worse
heat index
combines temp, and relative humidity, is used to indicate how hot it feels
heat cramps
muscle will contract violently
heat exhaustion
failure to drink fluids
heatstroke
response to heat that results in high body temp
hypothermia
the breakdown in the body's ability to produce heat
exercising in cold weather
wear sveral layers of clothing
the sun
serious problem for anyone who either works outside or who participates in outdoor sports
developing skin cancer
people with fair skin, red or blonde hair: who sunburns easily : who has a family member that has been diagnosed with melanoma cancer. & someone that spends a great amnt of time in the sun.
muscle soreness
due to tiny tears in muscle, connective tissue and resulting swelling. solution: gentle stretching, cold applications, massage and warm baths seem to give some relief.
muscle cramps
powerful involuntary muscle contractions due to dehydration, injury, inadequate physical conditioning or overexertion. solutions: gently stretching, ice and massage.
stitch in the side
happens when first beginning a conditioning program.
PRICE
Protect:rest;ice;compress;elevate
DO NOT use HEAT on
new injuries
Sprains
injuries to the ligaments or the capsule-like sac that surrounds a joint n r caused by movement of the joint beyond its normal range of motion.
muscle strain
when a muscle is forced into unaccustomed exercise. AID is PRICE method.
cardiorespiratory fitness(definition)is the ability to do vigorous (70 to 80%max.HR), large muscle exercise over a long period of time (more than 20 min)
is the ability to do vigorous (70 to 80%max.HR), large muscle exercise over a long period of time (more than 20 min) like running n swimming
Muscular strength
amount of force that can be exerted by a single contraction of the muscle.
Cardiorespiratory fitness ( the the guidelines for any component)
1.frequency
2.intensity 3.time 4.type
-->1.How often (3-4/wk) 2. vigorous(60-80%) Moderate(60-70%)
Muscular endurance
ability to continue using certain muscles for a period of time.
muscle
bands of fiber which enable the body to move
flexibility
is the ability of a joint n muscle group to move through a range of motion
>>helps prevent muscle n joint injuries ( more that 15 seconds)
height n weight
measure your height in inches and your weight in pounds
resting heart rate (RHR)
measure of your physical condition
formula for max hr
220-age
counting your pulse
can be counted by applying light pressure to an artery which is close to the surface of the skin. for a 15 second count, multiply times 4 to complete a minute
digestion
when food is broken down into a form that your body can use.
nutrients
substances found in food in food that your body needs to function properly
metabolism
when your body turns nutrients into usable energy.
diet
patternd of eating , includes what you eat, how much you eat, and how often you eat
factors that influence your diet.
1.personal taste
2. traditions
3. convenience
4.cost
5.friends influence
6.where you live
the six classes of essential nutrients
carbohydrates;proteins;fats;vitamins;minerals;water
carbohydrates
provide energy for your body
fats
are important in small amounts in your diet. they are nutrients that store energy,cushion your body,protect nerves, in liquid(cooking oils) or solid(butter or meat)
too much fat multiples ur risk of getting
diabetes and heart disease
proteins
r nutrients that are used for building, maintaining, n repairing tissues n cells
vitamins n minerals
needed in small amnts, but r very important to your health
water
our body uses it to transform food n nutrients, to fill cell spaces in your joints, keep ur mouth n eyes moist, n to regulate ur body temp.
nutrition facts label
states the # of servings in the container, the # of calories in each serving, n the quantaty of nutrients in each serving.