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Asymptomatic stage
A stage of an infection in which the infectious agent, such as HIV, is present but there are few or no symptoms of the infection.
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Action plan
A set of directions that will help you reach your goal.
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Variable resistance exercise
Variable resistance exercise is exercise in which the force needed to move a weight is changed to provide a maximum load throughout the range of motion. Using Nautilus machines is an example.
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Underpronation
Underpronation is insufficient outward roll of the foot on contact with the ground.
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Type C personality
Type C personality (and/or Type C behavior) is a Type A personality who has stress-resistant, “hardiness” traits and thus is not prone to the deleterious effects of stress, even though he or she lives a highly stressed life. Type Cs have five common traits called the Five Cs (control, commitment, challenge, choices in lifestyle, and…
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Transtheoretical model of behavior change
Transtheoretical model of behavior change is a five-stage progression that one passes through on the way to making a permanent lifestyle change. The five stages are precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
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Trace mineral
Trace minerals are minerals needed in small amounts. Examples are iron, zinc, copper, iodine, and fluoride. Minerals that the body demands in quantities of 100 mg or less per diem, or that exist in a proportion of 0.01% or less of the body’s overall mass.
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Three-segment workout
Three-segment workout is the recommended pattern for exercise workouts. It should include a warm-up, conditioning bout, and cool-down,
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Task specific activity
Task specific activity is an exercise (or activity) using the same muscles that will be used in the conditioning bout. Warm-up and cool-down should be task specific. For example, if you jog during the conditioning bout, a period of jogging at a lower intensity should precede (warm-up) and follow (cooldown).
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Synergistic reaction
Synergistic reaction is a phenomenon that occurs when various drugs are taken in combination, and the cumulative effect is greater than the effects of the drugs when taken separately.
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