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Question | Answer |
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What is a benefit of physical activity? | People who exercise are healthier and live longer than those who do not excersise. |
What are the four components of fitness that help establish health benefits? | Cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength & endurance, flexibility and body composition. |
What are the recommendation for physical fitness? | Minimum of 30 minutes of aerobic 5 days a week. 20 minutes of vigorous intensity 3 times a week. |
What is cardiorespiratory fitness? | Ability of the heart and lungs to efficiently deliver oxygen and nutrients to the bodys muscles and cels via the bloodstream. |
Muscle strength | Capacity of the muscle to exert force against resistance. |
Muscular endurance | Capacity of the muscle to exert force repeatedly over a period of time |
define flexibility | Ability of joints to move through the full range of motion |
How do you treat soft tissue injuries? | RICE. Rest, ice, compression and elevation |