Muscular Fitness

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Across
  1. 2. Rymes with Frito
  2. 6. The joint that connects the arm to the torso, involved in a wide range of movements, such as lifting and reaching.
  3. 9. The principle of gradually increasing the weight, intensity, or duration of exercise to stimulate muscle growth and improve fitness.
  4. 10. The duration of an exercise or physical activity, often measured in minutes or seconds.
  5. 11. The level of effort or difficulty in physical exercise, often measured in terms of heart rate or perceived exertion.
  6. 12. The upper front part of the torso, home to muscles like the pectorals, involved in exercises like push-ups, bench presses, and chest flies.
  7. 14. A core-strengthening exercise where the body is held in a straight line from head to heels, engaging the abs, back, and shoulders.
  8. 16. A fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscles to bones, enabling movement through the contraction of muscles.
  9. 17. How often a physical activity or exercise is performed in a given period (e.g., days per week).
Down
  1. 1. The quadriceps muscles, located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee during exercises like squats and lunges.
  2. 3. A muscle group at the back of the upper arm that is responsible for extending the elbow; important in pushing exercises like tricep dips.
  3. 4. The decrease in muscle size and strength due to disuse, injury, or illness; often a concern for athletes in recovery.
  4. 5. 3 Letter Word and Starts With J
  5. 6. A lower body exercise that strengthens the legs and glutes, performed by bending at the knees and lowering the body, then returning to standing.
  6. 7. The upper limb of the body that is essential for a variety of movements, including lifting, throwing, and pushing.
  7. 8. A muscle group at the front of the upper arm that helps with elbow flexion; crucial in pulling movements like curls.
  8. 13. Refers to the specific kind of exercise or activity (e.g., aerobic, strength, flexibility) in a training program.
  9. 15. The part of the body that aids in digestion, but also a key area for core strength exercises like sit-ups or planks.