Describe Introduction to Kinesiology Book on Physical Activity Flashcards

Kinesiology 1301, Intro to Kinesiology, Texas Tech, KIN 1301

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Front Back
Optimum range for adults BMI
18.5 - 25
Which group typically ignores fitness, sport and PE?
Senior citizens
Most popular recreational sport for men and women?
softball
Master’s competition typically begins at what age?
30 - 35
Leading cause of death in US?
Heart Disease
What is the sport for World Masters Games in 2002 in Australia with over 20,000 participants?
Track & field
Which factor is most significant limitation for opportunity in sport, fitness, PE?
Socioeconomic status
Will unfit children reach desirable fitness levels as adults?
No
What % of elementary PE is taught by regular classroom teacher instead of PE teacher?
50%/50%
Most common method of estimating overweight/obesity?
BMI
What is NPAP and what is the vision?
National Physical Activity Plan – “one day all Americans will be physically active and they will live, work, and play in environments that encourage and support regular physical activity.”
Which piece of legislation increased sport opportunities for women?
Title IX
When and who played first college football game?
1869; Princeton (4) vs. Rutgers (6)
Who were the 2 most important early leaders in PE?
Hitchcock & Sargent
What were popular spectator sports in the pre-1885 period?
(anything but football) foot racing, boxing, etc.