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As exercise intensifies, CO2 accumulates, along with lactate (lactic acid), another by-product of cellular energy production that is associated with muscle fatigue. |
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slow, steady stretch with a hold at the end of the range of motion. |
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| active stretching A stretching technique in which the force for the stretch comes from a contraction of the muscles opposite those being stretched |
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passive stretching A stretching technique in which the force for a stretch comes from an object, a partner, or another body part. |
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How long should I stretch? |
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A workout based on static stretches will typically require the shortest amount of time. |
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intervertebral disk Fibrous, gel-filled disk between vertebrae that acts as a shock absorber and allows the spine to move. |
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body composition Relative proportions of muscle, fat, bone, and other vital tissues; often expressed in terms of fat and fat-free body mass. |
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essential fat Fat necessary for normal body functioning; found in nerves, cell membranes, bone marrow, the central nervous system, and other organs |
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visceral fat Storage fat found around and between organs in the abdominal cavity. |
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subcutaneous fat Storage fat found just under the skin. |
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What is resting metabolic rate (RMR)? |
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| resting metabolic rate (RMR) The energy required to maintain essential body processes at rest, including breathing, blood circulation, and temperature regulation |
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What is dietary thermogenesis? |
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Dietary thermogenesis: The energy required for digesting and processing the foods you eat |
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energy balance— the number of calories you take in versus the number of calories your body burns. |
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What is the term Android or apple shaped referring to? |
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| Android, or apple-shaped, fat distribution is more common in men and postmenopausal women |
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What is the term Gyniod or Pear shaped referring to? |
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Gynoid, or pear-shaped, fat distribution is more common in pre-menopausal women. |
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storage fat Fat stored under the skin (subcutaneous fat) and surrounding internal organs (visceral fat); provides insulation, protects organs, serves as an energy store, and releases hormones and other chemical messengers.
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