CARDIOVASCULAR ACTIVITY TECHNIQUES NSCA Chapter 14 By: Nicole Sullivan.
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Transcript of CARDIOVASCULAR ACTIVITY TECHNIQUES NSCA Chapter 14 By: Nicole Sullivan.
CARDIOVASCULAR ACTIVITY
TECHNIQUES NSCA Chapter 14
By: Nicole Sullivan
VARIABLES TO ENSURE SAFE PARTICIPATION IN CARDIOVASCULAR ACTIVITIES
HydrationAppropriate clothing and footwearWarm up & cool downAppropriate frequency, intensity, and durationProper breathing techniquesProgram variation
HYDRATION
Hydrate before, during, & after exercise During high intensity exercise you can lose 2-4 quarts of fluid each hour
The digestive system can only absorb1quart per hour
Approximately 5-7 ml of fluid per kg of body weight should be consumed at least 4 hours prior to exercise.
fluid replacement for durations… Less than one hour- Water Greater than one hour- Sports Drinks
APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR Shoe selection based on foot strikeNeutralSemi curved last; moderate motion control
OverpronatorStraight last; high motion control
Underpronator (supinator)Curved last; high motion flexibility
*Running shoes lose their compression capability by 300-500miles so replace your running shoes every six months.
APPROPRIATE CLOTHING
Dress appropriate for the… ActivityTemperature/HumidityWeather Conditions
*Realize loose-fitting clothing allows greater movement than tighter clothing
WARM UP & COOL DOWN
Warm Up
Low intensity activity the workload is increased in increments for 5-10 minutes until you reach your desired intensity
Cool Down
Allow for 5-10 minutes following workout to allow the heart rate and blood pressure to recover to resting levels
CARDIO EXERCISE GUIDELINES
Frequency2-5 sessions per weekIntensity50-85% of HRRDuration20-60mins
TREADMILL
Primary Muscles UsedQuadricepsHamstringsGlutealsIliopsoasasTibialis anteriorGastrocnemiusSoleus
ELLIPTICAL TRAINER
Primary Muscles UsedQuadricepsHamstringsGlutealsIliopsoasTibialis anteriorGastrocnemiusSoleus
STAIR CLIMBER
Primary Muscles UsedQuadricepsHamstringsGlutealsErector spinaeGastrocnemiusSoleus
STATIONARY BICYCLE
Primary Muscles UsedQuadricepsHamstringsGlutealsTibialis anteriorGastrocnemiusSoleus
Proper Seat height AdjustmentLeg straight with knew locked and heel on pedalKnee slightly bent with ball of foot on pedalWith pedal at 12 o’clock, knee about even with hip and parallel to the floot
STEPS TO REDUCE HANDRAIL USAGE When you go on most exercise machines you must first hold the handrail at the beginning of your exercise session, but then as the exercise progresses you want to try to not to have to rely on the handrails as much.
Handrail Usage Reduction ProgressionTwo hands lightlyThe fingers of two handsOne hand, other arm swinging at sideFingers of one handOne finger of one hand
WALKING
Primary Muscles UsedQuadricepsHamstringsGlutealsIliopsoasTibialis anteriorGastrocnemius Soleus
Body PositionWalking tall, shoulders relaxed but not rounded, and upper body positioned directly over hips
Foot StrikeGentle rolling action from heel to ballExcessive weight transfer from inside or outside is abnormal; potential for injury
Arm ActionAt fast speeds elbows flexed at 90 degrees, hands brought up to chest level
RUNNING
Primary Muscles UsedQuadricepsHamstringsGlutealsIliopsoasTibialis anteriorGastrocnemius Soleus
Body PositionHead upright, shoulders relaxed, torso balanced over hips
Foot StrikeHeel to ball rolling actionArm ActionForearms carried between waist and chest; on forward swing, hand reaches chest height; on backward swing hand reaches hips at the side; arms and hands move slightly inward but don’t cross midline
Stride LengthFeet should land approximately under the hips
STUDY QUESTION #1
While watching a client’s running gait, the personal trainer notices that the client’s feet and ankles roll in excessively as they strike the ground. Which of the following combinations of foot strike classifications and shoe lasts apply to this client? Foot strike classification Shoe last (form)
A. Supinator straight
B. Pronator straight
C. Supinator curved
D. Pronator curved
Explanation : Pronation (being “flat-footed”) occurs when your arch flattens on your strike, causing your foot and ankle to roll inward. This causes stress on the ankles and can create shin splints and cause other lower leg issues.
STUDY QUESTION #2Which of the following is the first action to perform when using a treadmill?
A. Set the treadmill incline to 0 degrees
B. Hold on to the handrails while straddling the belt
C. Walk/run toward the front part of the treadmill deck
D.Turn on the machine to a speed of no more than 1 mph (0.6 kph)
Explanation: The need for the reduction of handrail usage is because one must hold on to the handrail when they first start to use the treadmill to ensure that as the intensity of the cardio session progresses the person gets used to it, as a person is first getting adjusted to the treadmill’s destined intensity holding on to the handrail while straddling the belt will get rid of the chance of injury.
STUDY QUESTION #3Which of the following instructions should be given to a client for using a stair climber?
A. “Place your entire foot on the pedal to start but allow the heels to lift off as each pedal rises.”
B. “Lean forward slightly, especially as the workout becomes harder.”
C. “Lock out the knees at the bottom of each step.”
D.“Hold the handrails for balance, if necessary.”Explanation: The handrails on exercise machines are provided as additional support for exercisers to ensure that people stay balanced throughout their cardiovascular exercise sessions. In addition handrails eliminate the chance of injury when used correctly for balance.
STUDY QUESTION #4Which of the following describes correct body position on a stationary bicycle?
A. With the ball of the foot on the upward pedal, the knee is above the height of the hips
B. With the heel of the foot on the downward pedal, the leg is straight
C. With the heel of the foot on the upward pedal, the knee is even with height of the hips
D.With the ball of the foot on the downward pedal, the leg is straightExplanation: Use the heel of your foot on the downward pedal because pedaling with just your toes can bring on foot and calf cramps. Instead, press from the ball of your foot and through your heel as you pump downward on the pedal, and pull up with the top of your foot on the upstroke. Where it is applicable that when you press down with your heel you must straighten your leg to get the full effect.
APPLIED KNOWLEDGEExplain the similarities and differences in the exercise technique guidelines (e.g., body position, foot strike, arm action) that a personal trainer gives a client for
walking and running.Explanation:
Walking Running
Body Position• Walking tall, shoulders relaxed
but not rounded, and upper body positioned directly over hips
Foot Strike• Gentle rolling action from heel
to ball excessive weight transfer from inside or outside is abnormal; potential for injuryArm Action• At fast speeds elbows flexed at 90
degrees, hands brought up to chest level
Body Position• Head upright, shoulders relaxed, torso balanced over hipsFoot Strike• Heel to ball rolling actionArm Action• Forearms carried between waist and
chest; on forward swing, hand reaches chest height; on backward swing hand reaches hips at the side; arms and hands move slightly inward but don’t cross midline