Study Guide: Human Body - Physical Education (HKDSE) (copy) (copy)

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Somatotyping

A system of classifying body types into three categories through a visual evaluation of body shapes.

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Endomorphs

Individuals with a rounded body shape and a tendency to store fat.

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Mesomorphs

Individuals who are more muscular and generally taller.

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Ectomorphs

Individuals who tend to be tall and thin.

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Body Mass Index (BMI)

A common indicator to describe body fatness, calculated as weight in kilograms divided by the height in meters squared.

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Overweight

Defined as having a BMI between 23 and 24.9 for individuals aged 18 and above.

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Obesity

Defined as having a BMI of 25 or above for individuals aged 18 and above.

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Isometric Contraction

Muscle generates force without changing length; no movement occurs.

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Maximal Oxygen Uptake (VO2 max)

Standard measure for cardiovascular fitness; involves respiratory and cardiovascular efficiency.