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What does agility refer to in the context of physical fitness?
What does agility refer to in the context of physical fitness?
Which component is included in the health-related components of physical fitness?
Which component is included in the health-related components of physical fitness?
How is Body Mass Index (BMI) calculated?
How is Body Mass Index (BMI) calculated?
What do 'eating habits' encompass?
What do 'eating habits' encompass?
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What does the 'intensity' component of the FITT formula refer to?
What does the 'intensity' component of the FITT formula refer to?
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What are non-communicable diseases primarily characterized by?
What are non-communicable diseases primarily characterized by?
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What does the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) assess?
What does the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) assess?
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Which of the following is an example of a skill-related component of physical fitness?
Which of the following is an example of a skill-related component of physical fitness?
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What does the 'Type' in the FITT formula refer to?
What does the 'Type' in the FITT formula refer to?
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What is a main characteristic of regular moderate physical activity?
What is a main characteristic of regular moderate physical activity?
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Which factor is considered a risk factor for developing diseases?
Which factor is considered a risk factor for developing diseases?
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What does a warm-up prepare the body for?
What does a warm-up prepare the body for?
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What results in weight loss?
What results in weight loss?
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Study Notes
Health-Related Components of Physical Fitness
- Important for overall health and functional capacity
- Examples:
- Cardiovascular strength
- Cardiovascular endurance
- Muscular strength
- Muscular endurance
- Flexibility
- Body composition
Skill-Related Components of Physical Fitness
- Contribute to skill development
- Examples:
- Agility
- Balance
- Coordination
- Power
- Reaction time
- Speed
Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE)
- Subjective assessment of exercise intensity
- Ranges from very light (6) to very hard (20) in 1-point increments
Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Rough measure of body composition
- Helpful for classifying health risks associated with body weight
- Calculated by dividing body weight (kilograms) by the square of height (meters)
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
- Also known as chronic diseases
- Not passed from person to person
- Include:
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Cancer
- Chronic respiratory diseases
- Diabetes
FITT Formula
- Acronym for frequency, intensity, time, and type
- Used to design effective exercise programs
Frequency
- Part of the FITT formula
- Refers to the number of training sessions per week
Intensity
- Part of the FITT Formula
- Refers to the level of effort during exercise
- Usually expressed as a percentage of maximal effort
Time
- Part of the FITT Formula
- Refers to the duration of a workout
- Includes warm-up and cool-down
Type
- Part of the FITT Formula
- Refers to the mode of physical activity
Warm-up
- Preliminary activity to prepare the body for exercise
- Can be general or sport-specific
Weight Gain
- Occurs when energy consumed exceeds energy expended
Weight Loss
- Occurs when energy consumed is less than energy expended
Weight Maintenance
- Occurs when energy consumed equals energy expended
Regular Moderate Physical Activity
- Recommended for most days of the week
- Activity should elevate heart rate more than usual
- Typically for 30 minutes to 1 hour
Recreation Activities
- Activities done during leisure time for relaxation and enjoyment
- Examples:
- Running
- Throwing
- Jumping
- Playing board games
- Arts and crafts
Active Recreational Activities
- Require large body movements
- Examples:
- Running
- Throwing
- Jumping
- Sports-specific activities
Eating Habits
- Patterns of behavior regarding eating
- Include:
- Food choices
- Food preparation
- Meal location
- Dining rules
- Interactions with others while eating
Risk Factors
- Increase risk for diseases
- Include:
- Age
- Gender
- Nutrition
- Body weight
- Physical Activity
- Health habits (e.g., stress, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, exposure to tobacco smoke or the effects of alcohol)
Lifestyle
- The way an individual lives
- Includes:
- Daily routines at home, school, or work
- Eating habits
- Sleeping habits
- Exercise habits
Agility
- Skill-related component of physical fitness
- Ability to start (or accelerate), stop (or decelerate and stabilize), and change direction quickly while maintaining posture
Coordination
- Skill-related component of physical fitness
- Ability to perform complex motor skills with a smooth flow of motion
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Description
Test your knowledge on the components of physical fitness, including both health-related and skill-related aspects. This quiz also covers concepts such as Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE), Body Mass Index (BMI), and non-communicable diseases. Enhance your understanding of how fitness relates to health outcomes.
