1What is the leading cause of death in Americans
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
2What is the underlying cause of CVD
Atherosclerosis
3How does a Stroke happen
Interruption of blood supply to the brain
4What are some Risk Factors that contribute to CVDhat WhatWHat hatWhat Why hat What
Obesity
Sedentary Lifestyle
Smoking
5What is another word for Hypertension
The Silent Killer
6What is Diabetes
Characterized by high levels of blood glucose
7What is Type 2 Diabetes known as, and what does it do
Non-Insulin Dependent, it is sensitive to Insulin because there is nowhere to take it
8Should people with Asthma completely stay away from cardiorespiratory activity
No, because it improves cardiorespiratory function
9How should trainers train people with Asthma
Begin with low intensity and gradually increase intensity, as well as exercise at least 3-5 times a week
10What is Osteopenia/Osteoperosis
Characterized by low bone mass
11What are some goals for training Older Adults
Maintaining Lean Body Mass
Reducing Fall Risk
Social Interaction
12What is Sarcopenia
The loss of muscle mass and function
13What happens during Pregnancy
Increased Joint Laxity
Shift in Center of Gravity
14What do you need in order to train Pregnant client
Physicians' clearance and follow OB/GYN guidelines
15What should you avoid while training a Pregnant client
Avoid Supine exercise after the first trimester
Avoid motionless standing
16What is the most appropriate trunk exercise for a pregnant client
Pallof Press
17What is the goal with training a Pregnant client
To maintain fitness and incorporate pelvic floor muscles with Kegels
18Why should you train Pregnant clients with caution
Joint Laxity can lead to overstretching of the connective tissue and can cause injury
Their cardiorespiratory capacity can be reduced
They can fall, and balance is reduced since they have a shifted center of gravity
19What is the differenc between a Sprain and a Strain
A Sprain is related to Connective Ligaments
A Strain is related to Muscles/Tendons
20What does a Ligament Sprain sound like
It makes a "Pop" sound
21What are some common Spinal Injuries
Low Back Pain
22What are some characteristics that lead to Lower Back Pain
Disk Herniation
Muscle Strain
Spondylolysis
23What are some common Upper Body Injuries
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome*
Rotator Cuff Strain
Tennis Elbow
Golfers Elbow
24What causes Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
By repetitive overhead movements
25What are some common Lower-Body Injuries
Plantar Fasciitis*
Achilles Tendonitis
Shin Splints
Knee Pain*
Iliotibial Band Syndrome*
26What is Plantar Fasciitis
Pain at the sole of the foot/heel
27What are some forms of Knee Pain
Patellafemoral Pain Syndrome
28What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Tightness in the lateral thigh and pain in the lateral knee
29How should you train a client with Arthritis
Exercises should be performed slowly through a full ROM