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Stretch reflex - a protective, involuntary nerve reaction that causes muscles to contract. Bouncing or overstretching can trigger the reflex in which muscles are trying to protect themselves from damage

Caffeine - a natural stimulant found in many common foods and beverages, including coffee, tea and chocolate

Yoga - An Eastern-based exercise that can be meditative, strengthening, and promote flexibility. Many types available.

Hormones - chemical messenger substances in the body that are released into the blood from one location and that bind to target tissues at other locations and elicit specific responses. Insulin is a hormone

Bariatrics - a branch of medicine dealing with the causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity, both pharmacological and surgical

Diabetes Type 2 (insulin dependent diabetes) - occurs when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to overcome the body's resistance to the insulin leading to elevated blood glucose. Obesity is the most common cause of the resistance so, most Type 2 Diabetes is due to obesity. Can be preceded by glucose intolerance

Microfiber - fabric of tightly woven polyester or nylon fibers that offers good resistance to wind and light rain, as well as breathability. Shells used for outdoor workouts are frequently made of this lightweight fabric

Body fat - What is left when you subtract muscles (body lean),water, bones and vital organs. Usually expressed in a percent.

Fartlek - Swedish for "speed play", a type of loosely structured interval training for runners, cyclists, and in-line skaters. It combines anaerobic segments with aerobic ones. Said to build strength and speed. (Also relieves boredom)

Lactic acid (lactate) - a byproduct of anaerobic (or high-intensity) exercise that collects in the muscles and causes soreness, stiffness and fatigue

Maximum heart rate - see Heart rate, maximum

Plateau (weight) - reaching a level or period of stability. Dieters can plateau when they have lost enough weight that their new, lower, metabolic needs match their caloric intake

Static stretch - a simple muscle stretch that goes just to the point of gentle tension and is held steadily for several seconds without moving or bouncing

Triceps - the muscles on the back of the upper arms that straighten your elbows and allow you to push your arms forward