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15 Cards in this Set
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What is flexibility?
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the ability to move the body's joints through a full range of motion
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What are the benefits of a regular flexibility program? (4)
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reduce injuries, relief from soreness and stiffness after workouts, relief from emotional tension, and helps with relaxation.
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How long should stretches be held?
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15-20 seconds
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Hamstrings
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foot forward with heel down and lean forward to touch toes.
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quadriceps
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flamingo
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deltoid
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one arm across chest and apply pressure at the elbow
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adductor muscle(thigh)
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side lunge
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calf muscle
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front lunge
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triceps
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one arm behind the head and apply pressure at the elbow
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What are the benefits of cardiovascula training? (8)
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reduce cardiovascular disease, increase energy level, reduce fatigue, improve muscle tone, increase muscle endurance, improve sport performeance, improve self esteem, increase cardiovascular function
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What is the principles of training?
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the body becomes stronger and functions better if increased demands are placed upon it.
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What are the three parts to the principles of training?
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Overload, progression, specifity
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Overload
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to do more than what you usually do.
Frequency: how often you are exercising (3-5 times a week) Intensity: how hard you are exercising Time: how long you are exercising |
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Progression
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body adapts to exercise, you must either increase intensity or time as you progress through your exercise program
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Specificity
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specific exercises for each area of health related fitness
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