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Dietary Types and Healthy Eating

A diet is the type of food and the amount of each that a person usually consumes every day.

Characteristics of a Healthy Diet

A healthy diet has the following characteristics:

• Complete: Eating all types of food from the food wheel.
• Balanced: It consists of 60% carbohydrates, 25% fatty acids, and 15% proteins.
• Hydration: We should drink 1.5 liters of water daily.
• Frequency: We should eat five times a day.

There is not just one healthy diet, as it depends on the physical condition, age, and health of the individual.

The Mediterranean Diet

A Mediterranean diet is a healthy diet followed by people from Mediterranean regions. It consists of:

• Bread, legumes, and cereals
• Fruit and vegetables
• Olive oil
• Fish proteins (more than meat

Musculoskeletal System Fundamentals

Mnemonic Rule for Muscle Regions

Neumotecnica Rule: A system for classifying muscle groups based on location and primary action:

• Superior Region:
  • Anterior: Flexors
  • Posterior: Extensors
• Inferior Region:
  • Anterior: Flexors
  • Posterior: Extensors

Lower Limb Musculature

Knee Muscles

Quadriceps Femoris (Extensors):

1. Rectus Femoris (Straight)
2. Vastus Lateralis
3. Vastus Medialis (Vast Interior)
4. Vastus Intermedius (Crural)

Hamstrings (Flexors): Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, and Semimembranosus.

Ankle and Foot Muscles: Actions and Primary Movers

1. Plantar Flexion (Foot Away):
   • Gastrocnemius (External and Internal Twin)
   • Soleus
2. Dorsiflexion (Foot Up):
   • Tibialis Anterior
   • Fibularis (Peroneus) Tertius
   • Extensor Digitorum Longus
   • Extensor Hallucis Longus
3. Eversion

Pelvis Lumbar Spine

Facet joint dysfunction—dislocation, subluxation, or degeneration of the facet. Localized pain over the facet, decrease in symptoms with the increase in activity Treatment options—injection (steroid to reduce inflammation), facetectomy (surgical resection of a vertebral facet).

Spondylopathies

Spondylolysis—defect in the pars interarticularis. “collared scotty dog”; localized low back pain that restricts extension. Spondylolisthesis—can be progression of spondylolysis. Separation of vertebra; “decapitated Scotty dog”. S&S: spondylolysis begins unilaterally. Pain and persistent aching, low back stiffness with increased pain after activity, frequent need to change position, full rom w/ some hesitation in regards... Continue reading "Pelvis Lumbar Spine: Facet Joint Dysfunction, Spondylopathies, and Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction" »

Shoulder Anatomy and Injury Mechanisms

Step Deformity

The distal end of the clavicle lies superior relative to the acromion process. This is a typical sign of an AC (acromioclavicular) sprain or dislocation.

Scapulohumeral Rhythm Explained

This refers to the movement of the scapula relative to the movement of the humerus throughout the full range of abduction. It occurs in distinct phases:

• 0-30 degrees of humeral abduction: No scapular movement (setting phase).
• 30-90 degrees of abduction: 2 degrees of humeral elevation = scapular abduction and upward rotation of 1 degree (2:1 ratio).
• 90-180 degrees of abduction: 1 degree of humeral elevation = scapular abduction and upward rotation of 1 degree (1:1 ratio).

Static Scapular Winging

The medial border of... Continue reading "Shoulder Injury Essentials: Deformities, Fractures, Sprains" »

Sports Competitions and Events

• Cycle race (Carrera ciclista)
• FA Cup Final
• League
• Long-distance race
• Marathon
• Match (Partido)
• Paralympic Games
• Sporting event
• Tournament (Torneo)
• Walking race

Injuries and Physical Safety

• Break your neck (Romperse el cuello)
• Disabled (Discapacitado)
• Fall over / Have a fall (Caerse)
• Get injured (Lesionarse)
• Hurt yourself (Lastimarse)
• Tragedy
• Wheelchair (Silla de ruedas)

Personality Traits

• Adventurous (Aventurero)
• Aggressive
• Arrogant
• Brave (Bravo)
• Caring (Bondadosa)
• Charming (Encantador)
• Cheeky (Descarada)
• Childish (Infantil)
• Creative
• Dynamic
• Easy-going (Tranquilo)
• Fascinating
• Friendly
• Hard-working
• Imaginative
• Immature
• Jealous (Celoso)
• Kind (Amable)
• Lazy (Vago)
• Mature (Maduro)
• Nervous
• Popular
• Reliable (De confianza)
• Realistic
• Rude (Maleducado)
• Selfish (Egoísta)

Volleyball Fundamentals

History of Volleyball

Volleyball was invented in the USA around 1900. It was originally intended to be played indoors by any number of players. Later, volleyball was adapted for play on sand or grass. Volleyball was first played in the Summer Olympic Games in 1964.

Court Dimensions & Net Heights

• Court Dimensions: 18 x 9 meters
• Net Heights:
  • 2.24 meters for women
  • 2.43 meters for men

Basic Rules of Volleyball

• Two teams of six players.
• The match is won by the team that wins the best out of five games.
• Each game is played to 25 points.
• The objective of the game is to hit the ball over a net, hoping the opposing team will not return it to your side of the court.
• A team receives a point when the ball lands in the opponent’s court

Track Events

• Short Distance: 100m, 200m, 400m, 600m
• Middle Distance: 800m, 1500m
• Long Distance: 3000m, 3000m steeplechase, 5000m, 10000m
• Relay: 4x100m, 4x400m, distance medley relay, sprint medley relay
• Hurdles: 110m, 100m, 400m

Road Events

Marathon

Covering a distance of 42.195 km, the marathon is a staple athletic event in the Summer Olympic Games. It represents the ultimate challenge in endurance and strength, requiring athletes to pace themselves carefully to maintain oxygen levels.

Racewalking

A popular global event, racewalking is featured in major competitions like the Olympics. Athletes must cover a set distance as quickly as possible while adhering to strict rules: the toe of the back foot cannot leave the ground until the heel of the front... Continue reading "Track and Field Events: A Comprehensive Breakdown" »

• End range: The limit of movement of a joint.
• Shin: The front of the leg below the knee.
• Subarachnoid: Below one of the membranes that covers the brain.
• Supination: To rotate the hand so the palm faces forward.
• Temporal: Near the temples of the skull.
• Cartilage: Connective tissue that covers the ends of bones and acts as a cushion to absorb shock and a smooth surface to decrease friction between two or more bones.
• Contracture: Occurs when a joint loses motion due to structural changes in the muscle.
• Cervical: Pertaining to the neck.
• Core: Pertaining to the trunk.
• Deformity: A major difference in the shape of a body part compared to what is normal for that body part.
• Extension: A straightening or backward movement of the spine or limbs.
• Fine motor: The

Handball: How It's Played

Players advance the ball down the court by dribbling and passing. They are allowed to dribble for an unlimited amount of time, run with the ball for up to three steps before and after dribbling, and hold the ball without moving for three seconds. Players are not allowed to pull, hit, or punch the ball out of an opponent's hands, endanger an opponent with the ball, or make contact with the ball below the knees. Free throws are awarded to the opponent in the event of minor fouls or violations. A seven-meter penalty shot is awarded to the opponent when major violations are committed.

Skills & Techniques

Basic Catching Technique

• The thumbs and fingers should form the shape of a triangle.
• Both hands form a "bowl/basket,"

Base Jumping

You have all probably seen people jumping out of planes with parachutes, and thought - man, I could never do this!

Well, some people do not even need a plane to throw themselves down buildings or mountains. Base jumpers also use a parachute, but they, as the word suggests, actually jump from different objects. The BASE stands for Buildings, Antennas, Spans, and Earth. In this adrenaline-packed activity, people run off high towers or buildings and throw the parachute that they are holding in their hands.

Jallikattu

Tamil Nadu is one of the states in India. During the event of Pongal, which is a way the people say thanks to the harvests that feed them, they participate in bull-taming. Jallikattu is a sport that caused numerous reactions... Continue reading "The Four Most Dangerous Sports" »