Physical Activity and Body Systems Overview

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Which historical stage of physical activity emphasized the development of physical fitness and the use of scientific principles to improve performance?

  • Medieval Period
  • Modern Era (correct)
  • Ancient Greece
  • Renaissance

What is the primary societal impact of sedentary lifestyles?

  • Decreased risk of obesity
  • Improved mental health
  • Increased risk of cardiovascular disease (correct)
  • Enhanced physical performance

Which plane of movement involves movement forward and backward?

  • Frontal
  • Axial
  • Sagittal (correct)
  • Transverse

Which type of synovial joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

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What is the primary function of slow-twitch muscle fibers?

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Which of the SPORT training principles focuses on gradually increasing training load over time?

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What is a potential negative impact of using caffeine as a nutritional aid?

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Which psychological strategy involves creating a mental image of a successful performance?

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Flashcards

Historical stages of physical activity

Phases that have shaped the development of physical activity in society.

Sedentary lifestyles

A way of life characterized by little or no physical activity.

Planes of movement

Directional pathways through which the body moves (sagittal, frontal, transverse).

Synovial joints

Joints that allow for smooth movement through synovial fluid; examples include knees and elbows.

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SPORT training principles

Principles (Specificity, Progression, Overload, Reversibility, and Tedium) that guide effective training.

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Ergogenic aids

Substances or techniques that enhance athletic performance.

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Intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation

Intrinsic is driven by internal satisfaction; extrinsic by external rewards.

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Nutrition impact on performance

The influence of diet on an athlete's effectiveness and stamina.

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Study Notes

A1: Social and Cultural Significance of Physical Activity and Sport

  • Historical stages of physical activity and their societal impacts (A1.1 slides)
    • Be familiar with 3 or 4 phases and their impact
  • Modern physical activity over time
  • Current social issues: sedentary lifestyles, rising obesity rates, societal consequences (A1.2 slides)

B1: Structure and Function of Major Body Systems Involved in Movement

  • Planes of movement
  • Types of synovial joints and examples
  • Muscular and skeletal systems
  • Types of muscle fibers

B2: Factors Affecting Performance During Human Movement

  • SPORT training principles (pros and cons)
  • Physiological ergogenic aids (protein, caffeine)
  • Nutritional impact on athletes' performance
  • Visualization and goal setting (improving performance)
  • Intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation

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