Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Weight lifting
Exercise in which the objective is to lift as much weight as possible each time.
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Venous pump
Action of the muscles that helps to massage blood up the veins against gravity.
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Traditional family
A relationship involving a working father, a homemaker wife, and children.
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Threshold of aerobic training
Fifty percent of VO2max, the minimum amount and intensity of aerobic exercise required to improve aerobic fitness.
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Target heart rate zone
Optimum intensity range for aerobic exercise using the exercise heart rate as the indicator of intensity. Training within the range improves cardiorespiratory endurance.
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Strict vegetarian
Individual who refrains from eating any animal product, including milk, meat, poultry, and egg products.
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STD risk assessment
A physical examination and laboratory tests to detect sexually transmitted diseases, including those that are asymptomatic.
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Skinfold technique
Method of estimating a person’s percentage of body fat. Subcutaneous fat is measured using a skinfold caliper.
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Shinsplints
A general term for pain on the front or side of the shin. A common overuse injury.
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Self-Responsibility
An individual’s taking increased responsibility to prevent or manage certain health conditions.
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