Foundations of Health

4. a period of light activity before exercise that prepares the muscles and increases blood flow.
6. a regular sequence of actions or exercises followed regularly.
10. a process of consistent exercise aimed at improving a specific skill or physical capacity.
11. rate the number of times your heart beats per minute.
12. a period of low-intensity activity after exercise that helps the body return to a resting state.
13. exercise that requires oxygen to produce energy and improves cardiorespiratory endurance.
15. tissues in the body that contract and relax to produce movement or maintain posture.
16. the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to remain active for a long period of time.
18. the ability of a joint or series of joints to move through an unrestricted, pain-free range of motion.
19. a form of physical exercise in which a specific muscle is elongated to improve elasticity.

1. physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning the body.
2. the ability to maintain the body's center of mass while its base of support is stable or moving.
3. the mental and physical ability to sustain prolonged effort or activity.
5. health the overall condition of the body and its ability to perform daily tasks without undue fatigue.
7. goals specific objectives or targets set to improve physical health and performance.
8. any movement of the body that uses energy.
9. the ability of the body to function efficiently and effectively during physical activities.
14. physical activity that raises your heart rate and improves the function of your heart and lungs.
15. any physical change in position or location of the body.
17. the ability to move quickly and easily change direction while maintaining control.
19. the amount of force a muscle can produce against a weight or resistance.