Terminology Overview for Fitness Course
Understanding Key Terms
Tension: Keeping something under resistance over time.
Lateral: Movement performed on the side of the body, extending outward.
Anterior: Located in front of the body.
Posterior: Located behind the body.
Body Weight: Refers to the weight of the body that is carried.
Plyometrics: Exercises involving moving from one platform to another at different levels using height.
Body Composition: Describes the makeup of an individual's body in terms of weight categories such as underweight, healthy weight, overweight, or obese.
Reps and Sets:
- Reps: Number of times a movement is performed back-to-back.
- Sets: Number of cycles of reps performed.
Body Parts Covered in the Course
Bicep: Front muscle of the upper arm used for flexion.
Tricep: Back muscle of the upper arm used for extension.
Pectoral Major: Large muscle across the front of the chest.
Obliques: Muscles running down the sides of the body, aiding in body stability.
Core: Muscles at the centre of the body, including the abdominal wall (abs).
Pelvis: Structure supporting the hips and aligning the legs with the spine.
Sternum: Breastbone at the centre of the chest, connecting the ribs.
Hamstrings: Muscles at the back of the thigh running to the calf.
Quads: Quadriceps, major muscles at the front of the thigh.
Glutes: Muscles in the buttocks and back of the legs.
Understanding these terms will enhance your experience throughout the course. Let's begin!