Muscle Anatomy and Joint Function

Front

Deltoid

Back

A large triangular shaped muscle that lies above the shoulder joint and gives the shoulder its rounded contour.

Front

The three major components of the body.

Back

Bone Muscle Organs

Front

The age related number of beats per minute of the heart when working at its highest level.

Back

Maximum Heart Rate

Front

The farthest range of motion that can be attained in a joint.

Back

Flexibility

Front

What does the acronym FITT stand for in relation to exercise?

Back

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

Front

Covers the three main type components of physical activity: Aerobic activity, Strength training, Stretching.

Back

Exercise Pyramid

Front

Why is strength training beneficial for weight loss?

Back

Increases the number of calories the body burns while at work or rest.

Front

A group of muscles that line the abdomen or trunk, and are located between the ribs and pelvis.

Back

Abdominals

Front

On the front of your thigh. They help you straighten your knee so you can kick, run and jump.

Back

Quadriceps

Front

A group of three muscles in the back of the thigh that help you bend your knee and extend your leg.

Back

Hamstrings