What is defined as the maximum force that can be exerted by a muscle
or muscle group against a resistance? - ANSWER Muscular Strength
What proprioceptor is found in the tendons of your muscles and
measures muscle tone - ANSWER Golgi Tendon Organ
Name the six skilled-related components of fitness. - ANSWER
Balance, Coordination, Speed, Power, agility and reaction time
How does compression lower your heart rate in the water? - ANSWER
The water compresses all the body systems, including the vascular
system, causing a smaller venous load to the heart, reducing heart rate.
What is the difference between maximal heart rate and heart rate
reserve? - ANSWER Maximal heart rate is the highest heart rate a
person can achieve. It is measured with a max HR test or estimated with
220 minus your age. heart rate reserve is your maximal heart rate minus
your resting heart rate.
What is ACSM's (2010) recommended frequency for resistance training?
- ANSWER Two or Three days per week for each major muscle group.
Define body composition. - ANSWER The body's relative percentage of
fat compared to lean tissue(bones, muscles and organs)
List five benefits of regular exercise. - ANSWER Improves physical
appearance; increases functional capacity; Heart becomes stronger;
strengthens the walls of the blood vessels; improves the efficiency of the
nervous, lymph, and endocrine system: improves psychological function.
When calculating exercise intensity, a popular method is the Karvonen
Formula, which is also known as the _______ - ANSWER Heart rate
reserve method.
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