B7.1 Peak Performance Notes

The Skeleton

Four main functions:

• Protection
• Blood production
• Movement 
• Support

Joints

Joints are made up of 5 key parts:

• Ligaments- These hold bones together at a joint but allow movement
• Cartilage- A smooth protective surface that covers bones provides easy movement 
• Synovial membrane- tissue lines the joint capsule and sceretes synovial fluid
• Synovial fluid- Lubricates and nourishes the tissues in the joint capsule
• Tendons- A tough band that attatches muscle to bones

Excercise

Before starting an excercise regime you may be asked these questions:

• What is your family medical history? (This is incase you have a history a trainer should be aware of, for example: asthma)
• What is your personal medical history? (Incase you personally have a condition a trainer should be aware of)
• Are you on any medication? (If you need this medication close at hand during excercise)
• Do you smoke/ drink regularly? (Both of these…