Test 1
Kinesiology
Study of movement as it relates to anatomy and physiology.
Evidence-based Practice
A practice that relies on evidence for guidance and decision-making and includes developing individual expertise, staying on current on the best sources of external evidence (e.g., peer-reviewed research), and prioritizing client values and experiences.
Obesity
A complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat; classified by a body mass index of 30 or greater.
OPT Model Levels
1- Stabilization
2-Strength
3- Power
OPT Model Phases
1- Stabilization endurance
2- Strength endurance
3- Muscular development
4- Maximal Strength
5- Power
Musculoskeletal system
The combined, interworking system of all muscles and bone in the body.
Deconditioned
A state of loss physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and a lack of core and joint stability.
Overweight
A body weight greater than what is considered within normal standards; a body mass index of 25.0 to 29.9
Muscle imbalance
When muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships.
Joint stability
The support provided by tissues surrounding a joint to maintain and provide control during movement.
Socioeconomic status
The social standing of a person or group that includes education, income, and occupation.
Morbidity
A state of having a disease.
Mortality
A state or a risk of death or dying.
Homeostasis
The process by which the human body strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium.
Risk factor
Any attribute, characteristic, or exposure of an individual that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.
Cholesterol
A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells.
BMI classification
Less than 18.5 (underweight)
18.5-24.9 (healthy weight)
25.0-29.9 (overweight)
30.0-34.9 (obese)
35.0-39.9 (obesity 2)
Greater than 40 (obesity 3)
Stroke
A sudden lack of blood supply to the brain, caused by either a blockage in an artery or ruptured blood vessel.
Heart attack
When an artery supplying the heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked; myocardial infarction.
Heart failure
The heart can’t pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
Heart valve problem
One or more heart valves don’t function properly; shortness of breath and reduced oxygen supply to the body.
Arrythmia
A problem with the rate or rhythm of a person’s heartbeat.
Ischemic heart disease
narrowing of coronary artery
Atherosclerosis
Plaque is formed in arteries leading to reduced blood flow.
Physical Activity
Bodily movement that results in energy expenditure, with many modes and intensities. Movement is not structed exercise such as recreational pursuits.
Hypertension
Elevated blood pressure.
Systolic blood pressure (SBP)
Pressure in arteries when the heart is contracting (top #)
Diastolic blood pressure (DBP)
Pressure in arteries when the heart is at rest (bottom #)
Low density cholesterol (LDL)
Bad cholesterol
High density cholesterol (HDL)
Good cholesterol
Diabetes
chronic metabolic disorder, insulin deficiency
Glucose
Simplest form of carbohydrate used by the body for energy
Insulin resistance
Inability of the cells to respond to insulin (type 2 diabetes)
Cancer
Group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Progressive lung diseases; emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and refractory asthma.
Endorphins
Hormones secreted by the brain, reducing perception of pain
Skeletal muscle
Muscle tissue that connected to bone and generates forces that create movement.
Sprain
Stretching or tearing of ligaments
Plantar fasciitis
Inflammation of the fibrous tissue(plantar fascia) along the bottom of the foot, which often results in intense heel pain
Patellar tendonitis
An injury or inflammation of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear
A stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee
Medial collateral ligament (MCL) tear
A stretch, partial tear, or complete tear of the medial collateral ligament of the knee
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff tissues rubbing against the acromion bone of the shoulder
Psychology
An area of science that focuses on people, and in particular, how the mind and feelings may influence behaviors
Adherence
level of commitment to a behavior or plan of action
Motivation
Intensity and direction of someone’s effort to participate in an activity or engage in a behavior
Amotivation
When someone isn’t motivated to engage in an activity or behavior
Extrinsic motivation
When someone participates in an activity or behavior for some type of rewards or recognition from others
Intrinsic motivation
When people engage in an activity or behavior because they feel a sense of satisfaction
Outcome goals
Goals focused on the end result
Process goals
Refers to the process of goal pursuit
Social support
Intentional ways that people assist others in achieving a specific behavior
Social physique anxiety
Specific form of anxiety that occurs in individuals who perceive that others could be negatively evaluating their physique
Ambivalence
Describe a person’s state of mixed feelings about a situation
Instrumental support
Actions that directly facilitate a behavior to happen
Emotional support
Encouragement and positive reinforcement that is provided from an individual to another
Empathy
Ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts
Sympathy
Pity and feeling sorry for someone else
Informational support
Providing accurate, current, and informative information
Companionship support
Someone engages in a behavior with an individual
Self-esteem
The way someone evaluates their own self-worth physically, emotionally, and socially
Body image
The way someone views their physical self or visualizes their body
Sleep apnea
A sleep disorder in which a person’s beathing repeatedly stops and starts, which disrupts the body’s natural sleep cycle
Autonomy
Acting in accordance with how one wants to behave
Third space
A communal space, separate from home or work, where the client experiences their own sense of identity and relationship to others
Behavior change techniques (BCTs)
Client interventions that are used to change some determinant of behavior
Self-efficacy
One’s belief that they can complete a task, goal, or performance, also known as self-confidence
self-monitoring
Observing, measuring, and evaluating one’s own behavior, often in the form of a diary or log
Determinants of behavior
Refers to the psychological, social, or environmental factors that influence behavior
Intention
A construct that captures motivational factors that influences behaviors. Indicates how hard people are willing to try and how much effort they are planning to exert
Self-determination theory
Broad theoretical framework for the study of human motivation
Autonomous motivation
When motives for exercise relate to valuing the outcome, when exercise is consistent with the client’s identity, or when the client enjoys exercise
Planning
A concrete representation of when and where exercise will occur
Attitudes
Degree to which a person has a favorable or unfavorable evaluation of the behavior of interest
Outcome expectations
Expected positive and negative consequences of a behavior
Stress
State of mental or emotional tension from demanding circumstances
Perceived behavioral control
Evaluation of whether one has the means, resources, and opportunities to perform a behavior
Affective judgement
Referring to expected pleasure or enjoyment
Subjective norms
Belief that an important person or group of people will approve and support a behavior
Stages of change model
precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, Maintenace
Precontemplation
Client doesn’t exercise and is not planning to start within 6 months
Contemplation
When a person is thinking about implementing change but has not yet take any steps to get started; may take action within the next 6 months
Preparation
Client intends to act in the near future, usually within the next month
Action
Client has made specific modifications, within the past 6 months
Maintenance
Client has been working for more than 6 months, and is working to prevent relapse
Decisional balance
Reflects the clients’ weighing on the pros and cons of changing
Rapport
Relationship in which 2 people understand each other’s ideas, have respect for one another, and communicate well
Reflective listening
Process of seeking to understand the meaning of the speaker’s words and restating the idea back to the speaker to confirm that they were understood correctly
Active listening
Listening style that involves having genuine interest in what the speaker is saying
Closed-ended questions
Directive questions that can be answered with one word, yes or no
Open-ended questions
Nondirective questions that can’t be answered with a simple yes or no; require critical thinking
Collecting summaries
Short sentences that continue the client’s thoughts and add momentum to the conversation
Linking summaries
Summaries that ties together information the client has presented, perhaps even from previous sessions
Transitional summaries
Summaries used to wrap up a session or announce a shift in focus
Affirmations
Positive statements about character strenghts
Motivational Interviewing
Client-centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence
Self-discrepancy
Internal conflict that occurs when an individual compares their actual self with their ideal self
Sustain talk
Talk the represents and predicts movement away from change
Change talk
Talk that reflects movement of the person toward behavior change
Smart goals
specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, timely