Kinesiology Introduction - Lecture Notes

Vocabulary flashcards covering key kinesiology concepts discussed in the lecture notes.

Kinesiology

The study of physical activity across research, practice, and clinical contexts, focusing on how activity relates to health, performance, and society.

Biomechanics

The study of the mechanical principles governing living bodies and how they influence movement and performance.

Physical Education (PE)

A traditional discipline within kinesiology that promotes physical activity through sport and movement, often serving as an entry point into the field.

Exercise Physiology

The study of how the body's systems respond and adapt to exercise, including cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscular changes.

Nutrition

The science of nutrients and their effects on body function, performance, and health in active individuals.

Athletic Training

The prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries.

Sports Medicine

A broad field addressing medical aspects of sport and exercise, including injury care and rehabilitation.

Physical Therapy

A rehabilitation profession focused on restoring movement and function through physical methods.

Occupational Therapy

A therapy discipline helping individuals perform daily activities and regain independence, often linked to rehabilitation after injuries.

Electromyography (EMG)

A technique that measures electrical activity produced by skeletal muscles to analyze activation patterns during movement.

Brain–Muscle Communication

Neuromuscular processes by which the brain signals muscles to contract and coordinate movement.

Motor Behavior

The study of how people acquire and modify movements through practice and learning.

Motor Control

The processes that plan, execute, and regulate purposeful movement.

Sports Psychology

The study of mental factors affecting performance, learning, and well-being in sport and exercise, including performance under pressure.

Minimalist Shoes

Footwear with little to no cushioning or support (e.g., Vibram FiveFingers), associated with barefoot-like running mechanics.

Three Sources of Knowledge in Kinesiology

Experiential knowledge, scholarly research, and professional practice that interact to inform understanding and careers.

Humans as Connectivity

A perspective emphasizing the interconnected biological, psychological, and social dimensions in physical activity and society.

Early Physical Activity and Sedentary Risk

The idea that lack of activity early in life increases the likelihood of a sedentary lifestyle in adulthood.