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What is a netural spine? natural position of the spine when all body parts are in proper alignment to each other What are the five regions of the spine? cervical/neck, thoracic/mid back, lumbar/low back, sacrum, coccyx/tailbone Cervical/Neck C1 to C7 vertebrae that support the weight of the head (10 lbs.) with the largest range of motion of all the spinal curves C1 is ring shaped and allows for "yes" nod C2 is peg shaped and allows for "no" and side to side

efine group resistance training and provide examples. a class format that incorporates hand weights, weight-plated bars, body bars, tubing, exercise bands, etc. and is designed to develop muscular strength, endurance and/or definition. Examples are deadlifts, bent over rows, clean and press, squats, curls, lunges, etc. Define core conditioning and provide examples. strengthening all the muscles in your abdominal and lower back areas. Examples are planks, ball tucks, ball pike, bridge Defin...

Define Group Resistance Training and provide examples: A Class format that incorporates hand weights (dumbbells), weighted plated bars, body bars, body bars, tubing, exercise bands, etc. and is designed to develop muscular strength, endurance and/or definition. A typical Group Resistance Training Class will train the entire body to music Each specific muscle group is trained for the length of one song (approx. 5 min each) one-minute break between songs or muscle groups to allow participants...

what are the 4 points of contact in relation to performing muscle conditioning exercises in the supine position? head, neck, buttocks, knees which of the following phrases best fits the term concentric phase of an isotonic muscle contraction? a muscle contraction performed with controlled speed, allowing a maximal force to be applied throughout the range of motion. for what joint actions is a hip flexor the prime mover? hip flexion for what joint action is the hamstring group the prime mov...

Muscles responsible for a definite movement Muscle movement/action. Prime movers(agonist) Muscles that cause movement at a joint in a direction opposite to that of its agonist Muscle movement/action. Antagonist Muscles that keep the joint steady while the prime mover applies that force to a neighboring joint Synergists An exercise format that incorporates several different modalities of exercise that is taught in a group setting by one or more professionally trained instructors. Group Exe...

What is the FITT Applied to Flexibility? Frequency: at least 3 day/week or after a workout Intensity: Stretch all major muscles to the point of mild discomfort Time: hold each stretch 15-30 sec/repeat each stretch 3-5 sets Agility is the ability to start and stop and move the body in different directions coordination is the ability to perform a task integrating movements of the body overload is to place greater than usual demands upon part of the body

which term best describes the two different types of training effects that can be elicited from an indoor cycling class based upon the class format? resistance and endurance effects what is the basic hand positions that can be used during an indoor cycling class? hand position one, hand position two and hand position three in the scenario of a participant who is an experienced marathon runner and that is attending her first indoor cycling class what would be the best advice for the instruct...

What are the guidelines for someone with obesity? a) Encourage a program of diet and exercise b) Place importance on health; might be better for water exercise. c) Exercise 3-5 days/week at longer duration with lower intensity. d) Avoid high impact moves e) Wear protective footwear Carbohydrate (CHO) Body's primary source of energy that's stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles. There are complex (rice, veggies, fruits, pastas) and simple (syrups, jellies, cakes) carbs and shou...

List and be familiar with key points that should be considered when designing the Muscle Conditioning portion of any group fitness class a) provide concise cues for posture and alignment b) demonstrate good posture and body alignment for exercise execution c) be observant of participants' form and provide feedback d) provide modifications e) use appropriate tempo music List and be familiar with key points that should be considered when designing the Stretching and Relaxation portion o...

What is a netural spine? natural position of the spine when all body parts are in proper alignment to each other What are the five regions of the spine? cervical/neck, thoracic/mid back, lumbar/low back, sacrum, coccyx/tailbone Cervical/Neck C1 to C7 vertebrae that support the weight of the head (10 lbs.) with the largest range of motion of all the spinal curves C1 is ring shaped and allows for "yes" nod C2 is peg shaped and allows for "no" and side to side

What type of joint is the knee? hinge joint What is the joint action of the knee and what plane of movement does this joint action occur? flexion/extension; coronal (frontal) List the four muscles groups that are associated with the knee and the joint actions for which each is responsible. quadriceps extend the knee joint, hamstrings flex the knee joint, adductors adduct (pull in) the knees, abductors abduct (push out) the knees How will students benefits from participating in a fitness pr...

All or none law of skeletal muscle contraction Given a threshold or Supra threshold stimuli, a muscle fiber will contract all the way or not at all. Sliding Filament Theory The actin slides over the myosin pulling the ends of the sarcomere together creating a contraction and shortening the muscle. isometric contraction A muscle contraction in which the force of the muscle is greater than the resistance, resulting in joint movement with shortening of the muscle.. Concentric Phase A shorteni...

Water Provides the medium for and is an end product of activity. Water is important for efficient metabolism.40-60% of an individual's total body weight. Makes up about 72% of the weight of muscle. 0 kcals. One should consume at least 64 ounces of water per day. Supplements/Ergogenic Aids It is recommended that one focuses on receiving nutrients through proper eating habits as opposed to pills. Mega Vitamins may be too much for the body to actually absorb

Pronation (eversion) The position of the hand with the palm facing down. The inward rotational roll position of the foot. Neutral spine The natural inward arch of the low back which distributes load equally throughout the low back. The distribution of load helps to prevent injury and allows for efficient movement. Supination (inversion) The position of the hand with the palm facing up. The outward rotational roll position of the foot

Define: Physical Fitness Improved physiological state that leads to improved health and longevity. Define: Health A state of being associated with freedom from disease and illness as well as having high quality of life and sense of well-being. Define: Wellness A state of being which is manifested as a state of positive health in the individual and is comprised of biological and psychological well-being which is exemplified by quality of life and a sense of well-being

Which of the following are factors affecting bioavailability? All of the above Mediterranean Diet is known to be high in monounsaturated fat Foods are _________ composed of elements from the periodic table. chemicals The process where sugars and proteins form characteristic flavor compounds and brown melanoidin compounds is called All of the above Which of the following are classifications of carbohydrates? All of the above

Which of the following is not a function of Agricultural Marketing Service of USDA? Which of the following statements about Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is correct? CDC: -is an agency within Department of Health and Human Services - investigates sources of food borne disease outbreaks - maintains food-borne disease surveillance systems What is the name of the panel shown on this food label? information pane

sensorineural HL inner ear/cochlea, permanant and progressive, causes: genetic, issue in inner ear, nerve damage mixed HL loss caused by issue in both ME and OE impaired auditory system will have reduced function in perception of intensity, differentiation of frequency, and/or analysis of temporal components of incoming sound

transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS) - less likely to report severe pain - provides temporary relief - best if started early in labor touch & massage - reduces pain intensity during 1st stage - firm counter pressure on back is effective - only effective if woman is comfortable with touch application of heat - can cx increased circulation to affected tissue --> decreasing pain

placental separation - result of abrupt decrease in size of uterine cavity during & following birth of baby - sudden disproportion btwn area of implantation & placental size cxing placenta to buckle & separate from decidua schultz - occurss majority of time - placenta separates centrally - fetal side --> smooth & shiney --> exits vagina 1st - membranes expelled last with maternal side of placenta inside amniotic sac - inverts placenta & amniotic sac cxing membranes to peel off rema...