Crossfit level 1 certification

What is functional movement - ANSWER-load, distance, and speed for production of high power Define intensity - ANSWER-power (intensity is the independent variable) Crossfit methodology: - ANSWER-safety, efficacy, and efficiency (the 3 most important and interdependent facets to evaluate any fitness program, can be supported only by measurable, observable, repeatable data) 10 fitness domains of Crossfit: - ANSWER-cardiovascular/respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance, and accuracy Define athlete - ANSWER-a person who is trained or skilled in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina Define Crossfit athlete - ANSWER-a person who is skilled or trained in strength, power, balance, and agility, flexibility, and endurance How is energy derived? - ANSWER-aerobically when O2 is utilized to metabolize substrates derived from food and liberates energy Aerobic activity: - ANSWER-are usually greater than 90 seconds in duration and involve low to moderate power output or intensity Ex: running on treadmill for 20 min, swimming a mile, watching TV Anaerobic activity: - ANSWER-energy is liberated from substances in the absence of O2; these activities are of less than 2 min in duration and involve moderate to high power output intensity Ex: 100 m sprint, squatting, pull ups