KIN 100 Lecture Notes - Lecture 20: Health Promotion, Weight-Bearing, Cardiovascular Disease
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Instant the first foot contacts the ground. This is the beginning of double limb support. Weight is transferred onto the forward leg. Absorbs the impact of the body weight in flattening. This ends the first period of double limb support. Body weight progresses over a single, stable limb. Continuation of the body progression over the stance limb. The body moves ahead of the supporting limb. Ends when the second period of double limb support begins. Weight is transferred to the contralateral limb. Health benefits associated with fitness & physical activity. There are over one hundred types of arthritis but, the most common is osteoarthritis. Also known as degenerative joint disease, is a form of arthritis caused by inflammation, breakdown, and the eventual loss of cartilage in the joints. About 27 million americans are affected by osteoarthritis. Exercise helps maintain normal muscle strength, joint structure & function.
