Exercise Science and Kinesiology Flashcards
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During a cool-down, what is the primary physiological goal?
Answer: Prevent venous pooling and gradually lower heart rate
A cool-down prevents blood from pooling in the extremities and allows heart rate and blood pressure to return to near-resting levels safely.
What is the recommended duration for maintaining a static stretch to improve flexibility?
Answer: 30–60 seconds
Most guidelines recommend holding a static stretch for 30–60 seconds to effectively lengthen connective tissue and improve range of motion.
Cross-training involves:
Answer: Using multiple types of exercise to reduce overuse injury risk and improve overall fitness
Cross-training uses varied exercise modalities to provide balanced fitness development and reduce repetitive stress injuries.
Which component of fitness refers to the ability to move a joint through its full range of motion?
Answer: Flexibility
Flexibility is the capacity of a joint and surrounding musculature to move through their complete range of motion.
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) typically peaks at:
Answer: 24–72 hours post-exercise
DOMS typically peaks 24–72 hours after unaccustomed or eccentric exercise due to micro-damage and inflammation.
The overtraining syndrome is characterized by:
Answer: Persistent fatigue, decreased performance, and mood disturbances despite rest
Overtraining syndrome occurs when training volume/intensity exceeds recovery capacity, leading to chronic fatigue and performance decline.