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Warm-up Light activity to prepare the body for more intense activity. The warm-up increases body temperature, making the body tissues more pliable. Warm-ups also improve reaction time and prepare the circulatory system and metabolic system for increased energy output. Water The most essential nutrient -- H2O. Watt A power rating equal to One Joule per Second. Weight The force due to gravity on a body near the surface of the earth. The mass of an object times the acceleration due to gravity. Weight Acceptance The action period of the body during activity from touchdown to maximum flexion of the knee. Work A scalar product of force times distance. Work-Energy Relationship The amount of work done equals the change in energy. Working Memory The memory that is actively being used to make decisions while acquiring new information or retrieving information from the long -term memory of the brain.   HOME | Site Map | Center Stage | Our Solutions | Our Satisfied Clients | Fitness Topics PFP Newsletter | Company Profile | Contact Information | Help | Glossary | ?Mark | About the Author | Disclaimer ©Copyright 1999-2003 Apriori, Inc. All Rights Reserved. APRIORIATHLETICS and Progressive Fitness Personality are Service Marks of Apriori, Inc. All products mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.