Freshmen Terminology Final

Aerobic Capacity

maximum amount of oxygen that the body can utilize during an exercise session

Anaerobic Capacity

Supplying the body with energy without oxygen

Body Composition

What the body is made up of (fat mass and nonfat mass)

The McGriddle

McDonald’s breakfast sandwich with most Carbohydrates & Calories

Cardiovascular exercises

Strengthens heart & aerobic capacity

Good Character

One’s habits, actions and emotional responses all are united and directed toward the moral and the good.

HDL’s

Good cholesterol

LDL’s

Bad cholesterol

Cooldown

Gradual transition from exercising heart rate to near resting heart rate

Target Heart Rate Zone

Number of beats heart should pump per minute

Sedentary

Lazy lifestyle, too much T.V., video game playing, or just sitting too much

Pace

Consistent rate/speed of movement when running

Nutrition

How nutrients affect health

Health

Balance & Combination of physical, mental, and social wellbeing

Frequency, intensity, Time, Type

F.I.T.T. principle to improve fitness level

Fitness

Being physical enough to handle obstacles in life

Family History

Knowing past health, diseases, and conditions

Activity that enhances fitness and overall health

Exercise

Abdomen, mid-back, lower back

“Core”

Risk Factors

Probability of negative effects in life