KINE 102 Ch. 12 Promoting and Monitoring Physical Activity

KINE 102 Palomar College

physical activity

bodily movements that is produced by (1) contractions of skeletal muscles (2) energy expenditure (respiratory system; the process)

physical fitness

the ability to perform physical activities and is related to (1) behavior (2)lifestyles (the product and overall evaluation)

PA for Children Guideline 1

accumulate at least 60min (most days), age appropriate PA, include moderate and vigorous PA

PA for Children Guideline 2

various types of PA daily, 15 minutes or more each day

PA for Children Guideline 3

age appropriate PA to help them achieve optimal health and wellness, fitness, and performance benefits

PA for Children Guideline 4

extended periods (2 or more hours) of inactivity or discouraged, especially during daytime hours

METS

metabolic rate; “quantify activity”

METS (2)

resting metabolic rate

1 met

equals calories expended at rest

2 mets

activity aerobics and active sports recreational activities

3 mets

3 times energy compared to rest

physical activity pyramid level 1

lifestyle activities (base)

physical activity pyramid level 2

active aerobics and active sports recreational activites

physical activity pyramid level 3

flexibility exercises and strength-muscular development exercises

physical activity pyramid level 4

rest and inactivity (top)

pedometer

relies on consistent up/down motion with each step, less accurate when moving slowly or walking with uneven gait (overestimates, underestimates, caloric expenditure)

life time activity

setting personal goals and objectives

creativity-critical thinking

pedometer, picture books, various game books