PATHFIT MIDTERMS EXAM

Adenosine Triposphate

primary energy currency

Phosphagen System

provide immediate energy for short burst

Glycolytic System

produces ATP by breaking down glucose, used for moderate intensity activities

Oxidative System

produce ATP, primary energy system for prolonged low-moderate intensity exercise

conditioning exercises

builds up and increases flexibility

response

broken type of exercise

rhythmic exercises

continuous exercise

specifity

exercises must be performed designed for that component

overload principle

most basic law of exercise

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

FITT

progression

amount and intensity must gradually increase

reversibility

body adjust to lower levels the same way with high levels of exercise

Individuality

everyone has a unique response to exercise

Recovery

allow your body to comply to overload

regularity

to maintain results, must exercise persistently

Variety

helps you excited and engaged with exercise

Adaptation

means the body can adjust

Bionergetics

refers to the study flow in biological system

Transtheoritical Model

known as the stages of change model, conceptualize behavior change

Precontemplation

not yet considering change

Contemplation

aware of the problem, think of changing, but no commitment

Preparation

about to change and some intention to change

Action

actively taking steps to change their behavior

Maintenance

working to sustain the change

outcome, performance, process goals

Types of goals in fitness

Intrinsic Motivation

happens when person enjoys, feels challenged and value health benefits

Extrinsic Motivation

encouraged by other factors like rewards or recognition

Cognitive Restructuring

This involves identifying and changing negative or unhelpful thoughts related to fitness and health.

Self-Monitoring

Keeping track of behaviors, such as food intake, exercise, and emotional states, helps individuals become more aware of their habits.

Cognitive Dissonance

When there's a conflict between one's beliefs and actions, cognitive dissonance can motivate change.

Visualization and Mental Rehearsal

Visualizing successful outcomes (e.g., completing a workout or achieving a weight loss goal) helps to reinforce positive behaviors.

Apple Shaped

Characterized by a larger waist circumference compared to hip size.

Pear Shaped

Characterized by a wider hip section compared to the upper body.

PAR-Q

is a short questionnaire designed to assess an individual's readiness for physical activity

Inverted Triangle

Wider shoulders and chest with a narrow waist and bottom,

potentially leading to back, shoulder, and neck pain.

Rectangle

Similar measurements in the upper body, waist, and hips, creating a straighter silhouette.

macronutrients

are nutrients that the body needs in relatively large amounts to support its daily functions, growth, and development. (carbohydrate, protein, and fat)

Micronutrients

are nutrients that the body requires in small amounts, but are still crucial for various bodily functions. (vitamins and minerals)

carbohydrates, protein, fats

main categories of macronutrients

vitamins and minerals

main categories of micronutrients

Article XIV, Section 19 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution

it mandates that the state shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs, league competitions to foster self-discipline, teamwork and excellence for the development of a healthy and alert citizenry.

Training

It is a systematic process in which athletes improve their fitness to meet the demands of their sport/activity