PEH Reviewer: Rock Climbing, Hiking, and Trekking

Vocabulary flashcards reviewing core concepts, disciplines, gear, physical activity barriers, and outdoor safety from the PEH review on rock climbing, hiking, and trekking.

Rock Climbing

An activity in which participants climb up, down, or across natural rock formations or artificial rock walls.

Top-Roping

A form of climbing in which the rope passes through an anchor at the top of the route and is managed by a belayer.

Lead/Sport Climbing

A form of climbing in which the climber clips the rope into protection points while ascending.

Traditional Climbing

A form of climbing in which the climber places removable protection into cracks or other features of the rock.

Big Wall Climbing

Climbing on very large rock faces that may require multiple pitches and extended time on the wall.

Bouldering

Climbing shorter routes without a rope, usually with crash pads and spotters for protection.

Harness

Climbing equipment worn around the waist and legs to connect the climber to the rope.

Belay Device

A device used to manage the rope and help control a climber's descent or catch a fall.

Carabiners

Metal connectors used to attach ropes and climbing equipment.

Quickdraws

Sets of two carabiners connected by a short sling, used to connect a climbing rope to protection points.

Chalk and Chalk Bag

Equipment used to absorb moisture from the hands and improve grip during climbing.

Personal Barriers

Individual factors that may make participation difficult, such as limited time, low energy, lack of confidence or willpower, fear of injury, and lack of skill.

Environmental Barriers

Outside factors that may make participation difficult, such as limited access to facilities, equipment, money, or people to participate with.

CDC Physical Activity Barriers Quiz

A 21-item assessment across seven domains (three items per domain) scored from 0 to 63 used to identify factors preventing physical activity.

Hiking

Walking outdoors on trails or paths, often for recreation, exercise, or enjoyment of nature.

Trekking

A longer and often more challenging journey on foot, commonly through remote or rugged areas and sometimes over multiple days.

Dehydration

A hazard that occurs when the body loses more fluid than it takes in.

Frostbite

Tissue damage caused by exposure to freezing temperatures.

Hypothermia

A dangerous drop in the body's core temperature caused by cold exposure.

Heat Stroke

A life-threatening condition in which the body overheats.

Climbing Helmet

IS worn to help protect the head from falling objects and impacts.

Muscle Strength

IS improved through pulling, pushing, gripping, and stabilizing the body

Flexibility..

IS developed through reaching and positioning the body on the climbing route.

Cardiovascular Fitness..

CAN improve as climbing challenges the heart and lungs.

Chronic Disease Prevention.

REGULAR physical activity can help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases.

Coordination..

IS improved by coordinating hand and foot placements with body movement.

Sunburn.

IS skin damage caused by excessive ultraviolet exposure.

Diarrhea

CAN cause fluid loss and weakness, especially during a hike

Robust Heart

REGULAR walking activity can support a healthier cardiovascular system.

Weight Management..

CAN help support weight control by increasing physical activity.