Wellness Chapter 4: Physical Activity for Life

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Overload

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Working the body harder than it is normally worked, essential for improving fitness.

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Heat Cramps

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Muscle spasms that result from a loss of large amounts of salt and water through perspiration.

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F.I.T.T.

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A formula that stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time/Duration, and Type of activity, used to design a workout plan.

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Sprain

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An injury to the ligament surrounding a joint, often caused by twisting or overstretching.

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Muscular Strength

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The amount of force a muscle can exert, important for overall fitness.

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Warm-Up

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A preparatory activity that gradually increases heart rate and blood flow to muscles before exercise.

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Muscular Endurance

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The ability of a muscle to sustain repeated contractions over time without fatigue.

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Hydration

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The process of providing adequate fluids to the body, crucial for maintaining performance and health.

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Exercise

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Any physical activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health.

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Cool Down

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A gradual decrease in intensity of exercise to help the body transition back to a resting state.