Exercise Physiology Intro Flashcards

The study of how exercise and physical activity alters the structure and function of the human body.

Health & fitness, rehab of heart disease & other chronic diseases.

<p>By providing professional guidance and counsel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Athletics, sports training, and human adaptability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>How to use exercise to further our understanding of human physiology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using physiology to understand human exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>American Society of Exercise Physiology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'To promote/encourage the exchange of ideas/information for all phases of exercise physiology.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To establish academic standards for the exercise physiology profession.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To measure and promote physical fitness, and to improve and maintain patients' health.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To help people with chronic and heart diseases, and help athletes improve their performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Administer stress tests, evaluate overall health, develop exercise plans, customize programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved muscle strength &amp; endurance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved circulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved mood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved self-image/self-esteem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lowered anxiety &amp; depression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A career that encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In athletic training programs, hospitals, fitness facilities, corporate wellness programs, and rehabilitation clinics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clinical exercise physiologists and cardiac rehabilitation specialists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creates and monitors programs to improve the physical and mental health of workers and their families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Physical Therapy (PT, PTA), Occupational Therapy (OT, OTA), Chiropractor (DC), Massage Therapy (LMT).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Develops nutrition, exercise, and education programs to promote wellness for patients with heart conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Applies scientific knowledge to train athletes for improved athletic performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Guides clients through health and fitness routines, helping them develop healthy habits.</p> Signup and view all the answers