Health, Fitness, and Well-being Overview

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What are the three aspects of health that impact fitness?

  • Physical, social, and economic
  • Physical, mental/emotional, and social (correct)
  • Physical, environmental, and social
  • Mental, dietary, and emotional

A sedentary lifestyle can lead to obesity and negatively affect performance in physical activity.

True (A)

What is the main function of carbohydrates in our diet?

Energy

A ________ joint allows multiple types of movement, such as the shoulder or hip joint.

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Match the following types of joints with their movement capabilities:

<p>Hinge Joint = Flexion and extension Ball and Socket Joint = Multi-directional movement Pivot Joint = Rotational movement Ball Joint = Limited movement in one direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Cardiovascular Endurance

The ability of the body to perform physical activity for long periods without getting tired.

Muscular Strength

The ability of a muscle to exert a force against a resistance.

Muscular Endurance

The ability of a muscle to exert a force repeatedly over a period of time.

Flexibility

The ability to move joints through a full range of motion.

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Agility

The ability to control the movement of your body and to change direction quickly and efficiently.

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Study Notes

Health, Fitness and Well-being

  • Health and Fitness Meanings: Health encompasses physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being. Physical activity and participation in sports contribute to overall health and well-being.
  • Sedentary Lifestyle Consequences: A sedentary lifestyle has negative impacts on health.
  • Obesity and Performance: Obesity can hinder performance in physical activity and sport.
  • Somatotypes: Different body types, or somatotypes (e.g., ectomorph, mesomorph, endomorph), exist and may impact physical activity and sports performance.
  • Energy Use: Understanding how the body uses energy is crucial for health and fitness.
  • Balanced Diet: Nutritious food intake is important for health and well-being. Balanced diets provide the nutrients the body needs for optimal function.
  • Role of Nutrients: Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals play distinct roles in health and physical performance.
  • Hydration: Proper hydration is essential for several bodily functions and physical activity.

Applied Anatomy and Physiology

  • Skeleton: Bones form the skeletal system with various functions like supporting the body, protecting organs, and allowing movement.
  • Skeletal Structure: The skeletal system's structure facilitates different types of movement and has specific functions.
  • Muscles: The body comprises various muscles that enable movement.
  • Synovial Joint: A synovial joint is a type of freely movable joint.
  • Joint Types and Movement: Different joints allow specific movements based on their design.
  • Muscles and Movement: Muscles work in antagonistic pairs across joints to produce movement, necessary for physical activity.

Movement Analysis

  • Levers: First, second, and third-class levers are fundamental in movement analysis, understanding how they operate is crucial.
  • Mechanical Advantage: Mechanical advantage in levers influences movement efficiency.
  • Movement Analysis (Sporting Examples): Analyze movements in different sports.
  • Planes and Axes: Planes and axes help describe body movement.

Components of Fitness and Sports

  • Components of Fitness (General): The key components of fitness need to be identified and understood.
  • Sports and Fitness Components: Understand how specific sports and activities relate to particular fitness components.

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