The complete name for the
muscles on the front of the torso and below the chest.
Adduction
The name given to the movement
of a limb toward middle axis of the body, when you return the arm from
extended position at shoulders, to the side. Adduction is the opposite
of abduction.
Adductors Thigh
The name given to several
muscles located in the upper part of the inner thigh. The muscle's
function is to pull the legs towards the midline.
Aerobic
When the body produces energy with oxygen in the bloodstream, the
process is known as Aerobic exercise. The Byproducts are water,
carbon dioxide and (breathing and perspiration). Aerobic exercise is
perfect for burning fat and strengthening your lungs and heart.
After burn
Calories used due to an increase
in metabolic rate following exercise activities.
Agonist
Primarily responsible for a
specific joint movement when contracting. The muscle or a muscle group
is known as agonist.
Aldosterone
Hormone regulating salt
and water balance.
Amenorrhea
The name given to an absence of
menstruation. Excessive exercise and an extremely low percentage of body
fat can cause this condition.
Anabolism
The stage of metabolism when
damaged tissue is being repaired.
Anaerobic
When one participates in
anaerobic exercise, energy is produced without oxygen, usually because
the exercise intensity is such that the heart and lungs can't get enough
oxygen to the muscles. The byproduct Lactate is often a result of
anaerobic exercise. This can build up in the muscles and causes soreness
and fatigue.
Antibiotic
The name given to any group of
chemical substances that destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria.
Antibiotics sometimes can be found as a contaminant in food.
Arrhythmia
Arrhythmia means the experience
of any kind of abnormal rhythm of the heartbeats.
