Health Final Prep D3

Aerobic Exercise

all rhythmic activities that use large muscle groups for an extended period of time

Anaerobic Exercise

intense physical activity that requires little oxygen but uses short bursts of energy

Workout

the part of an exercise program when the activity is performed at its highest peak

Resting Heart Rate

the number of times your heart beats in one minute when you are not active

Warm-Up

gentle cardiovascular activity that prepares the muscles for work

Cool-Down

low-level activity that prepares your body to return to a resting state

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

the ability of your heart, lungs, and blood vessels to send fuel and oxygen to your tissues during long periods of moderate to vigorous activity

Nicotine

the addictive drug found in tobacco leaves

Stimulant

a drug that increases the action of the central nervous system, the heart, and other organs

Carcinogen

a cancer-causing substance

Carbon Monoxide

a colorless, odorless, and poisonous gas

Nicotine Withdrawal

the process that occurs in the body when nicotine, an addictive drug, is no longer used

Mainstream Smoke

the smoke exhaled from the lungs of a smoker

Sidestream Smoke

the smoke from the burning end of a cigarette, pipe, or cigar