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time period of male dominated health clubs

time period for aerobics-based dance classes

time period where other forms of group exercise gain popularity; aerobics replaced by group fitness

1. What is the purpose of this exercise?2. Are you doing that effectively?3. Does the exercise create any safety concerns?4. Can you maintain proper alignment and form for the duration of the exercise?5. For whom is the exercise appropriate or inappropriate?

participant centered focus; functional movement; speciality formats; movement preparation

■ Increased bone density■ Improved body composition■ Reduced risk of disease■ Reduced pain■ Improved cognitive function and mood

- prepare and deliver science based exercise content for various needs and capabilities- dynamically react to needs by providing modifications/progressions- bring the excitement and encouragement- understand how to use various types of equipment - work independently and with limited individual interaction- maintain CPR/AED cert- answer workout related questions- avoid one on one recommendations (diagnosing) regarding health conditions, injuries, nutrition, and remedies for pain- refer personal health questions to appropriate health professionals

Pre-ChoreographedPre-DesignedFreestyle

components created by third party

general template provides direction on some class components

components based on instructor preference, skill, & knowledge

Strength and ResistanceHIIT and IntervalBoot campMind bodyCycle

A mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body

front

back

above

below

Closer to the point of attachment

farther from the origin of a body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk

toward the midline

away from the midline

divides body into left and right

Divides the body into front and back portions.

horizontal division of the body into upper and lower portions

An assessment that provides insight to deviations from optimal alignment of the body in a standing posture.

assesses the alignment of the body while in motion

muscle shortens

muscle lengthens

muscle stays the same length

The study of how forces affect a living body

Nervous, muscular and skeletal systems

coordinates activity; made of the brain and spinal cord

extends out through the body

GTO = tension; Muscle spindle = length

perception of the body's position and posture

slow-twitch, smaller and slower to produce maximal tension, more resistant to fatigue.

fast-twitch, larger in size, quick to produce maximal tension and fatigue more quickly

prime movers, primarily responsible for producing a particular movement

oppose the prime mover

assist prime mover

muscles working together to produce movement

reflex phenomenon that prevents muscles from working against each other by inhibiting the antagonist; antagonist relaxes while agonist contracts

muscle too short or long produces less force

Portion of the skeletal system that consists of the skull, rib cage, and vertebral column

bones that support upper and lower extremities

70-80 bpm

ATP-PC, Glycolysis, Oxidative System

anaerobic; phosphocreatine; up to 15 seconds

anaerobic; glucose; up to 3 minutes

aerobic glycolysis; over 3 minutes

The synergistic action of multiple muscles working together to produce movement around a joint.

made up of the lumbar spine (low-back area), pelvis, abdomen, and hip musculoskeletal structures and is commonly referred to as "the core."

Hamstrings

it prevents backflow

combines components of exercise for optimum performance

reduces cardiovascular risk, improves performance

stabilization, protects body from stress and injury

improves postural stability, reduces risk of injury

improves response to changes in environment

postural stability, improves strength, reaction time, and ability to produce force

improves daily functioning and overall conditioning

GAS: response to stimuli (alarm, adaptation, exhaustion, overtraining syndrome)Principle of Specificity (SAID): type of stimulus will determine physiological outcomeOverload: to create change, stimulus must be greater in intensity

FlexibilityCardiorespiratoryCoreBalancePlyometricResistanceand, in some instances,Speed, Agility, and Quickness

VolumeTempoLoad/IntensityRestExercise selection

The concept of muscle inhibition, caused by a tight agonist, which inhibits its functional antagonist. -- muscle imbalances, potential injury

recruit core stabilizers by drawing the navel toward the spine (local stabilization system)

Exert maximal force output in a minimal amount of time

The type of exercise stimulus placed on the body will determine the expected physiological outcome.

zone training

co-contraction

Intromovement prep (warm up)body of workouttransition (cool down)outro

scale of perceived work intensity

A method for measuring exercise intensity using observation of respiration effort and the ability to talk while exercising; helps estimate maximal exertion

scale related to difficulty of breathing

shortness of breath

connecting workout components

planningpracticepreparationmodificationspresentation personality

foot and ankle, knee, LPHC, shoulders, head

What is the maximum amount of time a good introduction should take?

Which of the following set ranges is most appropriate for the resistance segment of a strength-based class focused on muscular development?

In a HIIT class with repetitive jumping activities, which of the following exercises would be most important to include as movement prep?

Which of the following is an example of format-specific movement prep?

Which of the following is appropriate for the movement prep segment of a cycle workout?

In a cycle class, intensity is best created by manipulating which of the following factors?

progression/regression options

adding rotations to side planks

easiest way to advance an exercise for beginners

emphasize compound movements to achieve a specific goal

emphasize higher intensity exercises that are often high impact

serve a variety of purposes, such as flexibility, balance, core, and meditative purposes

emphasize athletic movements that could be used on a bicycle in a fast paced environment

What should instructors focus on when observing participant posture and form?

guides what is needed to support outcomes and objectives

diverting the mind from feelings of fatigue and lowering perception of effort

moving to music results improves movement efficiency

music replicates form human locomotion

___ count phrasing provides steady, clear, and distinct beats that are easy to follow

125-135bpm

150-160bpm

130-140bpm