Bending and Stretching: Learn to Move with Ease and Grace

Question 1

Which of these is NOT an advantage of being flexible?

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Increased fatigue

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Improved posture

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Reduced risk of injury

Question 2

Which of these activities can make your body more flexible?

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Doing stretches

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Jumping up and down

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Running laps

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Doing push-ups

Question 3

How should you breathe while stretching?

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Breathe as usual

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Hold your breath

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Breathe in while stretching

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Breathe out while stretching

Question 4

Which of these exercises helps to improve flexibility in your shoulders?

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Rolling your shoulders

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Stretching your triceps

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Stretching your hamstrings

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Stretching your calves

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of improving flexibility?

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Improved muscular endurance

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Decreased injury risk

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Increased range of motion

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Better balance and coordination

Question 6

What is the main goal of flexibility exercises?

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Stretching and lengthening muscles

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Expanding muscle size

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Enhancing cardiovascular health

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Boosting explosive power

Question 7

Which of these exercises entails dynamic flexibility?

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Arm circles

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Static stretching

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Yoga

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Resistance band training

Question 8

Which exercise is most effective for improving hamstring flexibility?

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Toe touches

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Walking lunges

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Shoulder stretches

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Jumping jacks

Question 9

Explain the difference between static and dynamic stretching.

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Static stretching involves holding a stretch for a short period, while dynamic stretching involves moving while stretching.

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Static stretching involves moving while stretching, while dynamic stretching involves holding a stretch for a short period.

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There is no difference between the two.

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Static stretching is better before a workout, while dynamic stretching is better after.

Question 10

What role do muscles play in flexibility?

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Muscles work as antagonistic pairs, with one muscle contracting and the other relaxing to create movement.

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Muscles only contract, they do not relax.

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Muscles are not involved in flexibility.

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Muscles are responsible for posture and balance maintenance.

Question 11

Why is it crucial to warm up before performing flexibility exercises?

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Warming up prepares the body for stretching by increasing blood flow and loosening muscles.

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Warming up helps prevent injuries by improving muscle flexibility.

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Warming up is not necessary before flexibility exercises.

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Warming up helps build muscle strength.

Question 12

Which of these exercises will help you improve the flexibility in your legs?

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Stretching your legs out to the side while standing upright

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Doing push-ups

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Doing sit-ups

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Jumping up and down in one spot

Question 13

Which of these sports requires a very flexible body?

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Swimming

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Soccer

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Football

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Chess

Question 14

When is the best time to stretch your body?

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Before and after exercising

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Only after exercising

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Only in the morning

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Only at night

Question 15

Which exercise helps you stretch the muscles at the back of your thighs, called the hamstrings?

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Hamstring Stretch

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Bicep Curls

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Plank

Question 16

Which type of stretching is most effective for improving flexibility?

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Stretching with long holds (10 seconds or more)

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Stretching with short holds and bouncing

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Stretching with movement

Question 17

Which of these activities helps us become more flexible?

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Stretching

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Running

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Jumping

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Cycling

Question 18

Is this statement true or false: Flexibility means being able to move parts of our body easily.

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True

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False

Question 19

Before stretching, what part of our body should be warmed up?

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Muscles

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Bones

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Tendons

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Skin

Question 20

Which of these is a good way to improve flexibility?

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Stretching often

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Exercising every day

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Eating healthy foods

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Sleeping enough

Question 21

Is this statement true or false: It is okay to bounce or jerk while stretching.

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False

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True

Question 22

Which activity is the best way to improve your ability to move your body easily and without pain?

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Stretching regularly

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Doing yoga or Pilates

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Lifting heavy weights

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Running long distances

Question 23

Flexibility means being able to move your body with what quality?

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Easily and gracefully

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Quickly and forcefully

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Slowly and carefully

Question 24

Which of these activities is best for improving flexibility?

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Stretching

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Running

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Jumping

Question 25

Which body part is most important to stretch for flexibility?

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Legs

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Stomach

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Chest

Question 26

How often should you stretch to improve flexibility?

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Every day

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Once a week

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Only when you feel like it

Question 27

What is the correct way to stretch?

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Hold each stretch gently for 10-15 seconds.

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Bounce while stretching.

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Stretch until it hurts.

Question 28

What are the benefits of regular stretching?

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It makes your muscles longer and more flexible.

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It makes your muscles shorter and weaker.

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It does not affect your muscles.

Question 29

Which of these is NOT a benefit of flexibility?

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Increased height

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Reduced risk of back pain

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Improved coordination

Question 30

Which test can you do to measure your flexibility?

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Sit-and-reach test

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100-meter dash

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Vertical jump

Question 31

Which sport requires a high level of flexibility?

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Gymnastics

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Football

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Swimming

Question 32

What does it mean to be flexible?

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Being able to move your body easily and without pain or stiffness.

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Being able to lift heavy weights.

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Being able to run very fast.

Question 33

Which tool is used to measure the range of motion in a joint?

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Goniometer

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Measuring tape

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Ruler

Question 34

How does flexibility help the body move?

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It helps the body move more easily and through a wider range of motion.

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It makes the body stiff and limits range of motion.

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It has no impact on range of motion.

Question 35

What activity can help you improve your flexibility?

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Stretching

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Running

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Jumping

Question 36

What does it mean to have flexibility?

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Being able to move your body in different ways without getting hurt

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Being able to run really fast

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Being able to lift heavy weights

Question 37

Which part of your body can get better from doing flexibility exercises?

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Muscles

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Bones

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Heart

Question 38

What is the name of the exercise where you reach for your toes while sitting on the floor?

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Hamstring stretch

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Quadriceps stretch

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Calf stretch

Question 39

Why is it important to be flexible?

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It helps keep you from getting injured

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It makes you run faster

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It makes you stronger

Question 40

What is a good way to stretch safely?

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Hold each stretch for 10-30 seconds

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Bounce up and down while stretching

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Stretch only until it hurts

Question 41

Can you improve your flexibility by doing certain exercises?

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Yes

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No

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Maybe

Question 42

Which of these exercises is for your arms and shoulders?

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Shoulder stretch

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Leg stretch

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Back stretch

Question 43

How long should you hold a stretch to improve flexibility?

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10-30 seconds

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5-10 seconds

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As long as you can

Question 44

What happens to your muscles when you stretch them?

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They lengthen

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They shorten

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They remain the same length

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They strengthen

Question 45

Which of the following exercises is good for improving flexibility in your legs?

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Lunges

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Arm circles

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Squats

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Jumping jacks

Question 46

What should you do before you start stretching?

Accepted Answer

Warm up with light exercises

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Eat a large meal

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Hold your breath

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Jump up and down

Question 47

Which of the following is a good way to measure your flexibility?

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Sit-and-reach test

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Standing long jump

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Push-up test

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100-meter dash

Question 48

How long should you hold a stretch for?

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15-30 seconds

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5-10 seconds

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45-60 seconds

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As long as possible

Question 49

What is a sign of overstretching?

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Sharp pain

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Mild discomfort

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Increased range of motion

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Feeling relaxed

Question 50

What should you do if you feel pain while stretching?

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Stop stretching and rest

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Ignore it and continue stretching

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Push through the pain

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Increase the intensity of the stretch

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a good stretching technique?

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Stretching only when you feel pain

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Holding stretches for a long time

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Breathing deeply while stretching

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Stretching both sides of the body

Question 52

Which activity is NOT good for improving flexibility?

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Running

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Stretching

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Yoga

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Tai Chi

Question 53

What part of the body does a hamstring stretch target?

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Hamstrings

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Calves

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Hips

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Quads

Question 54

Why is it important to warm up before stretching?

Accepted Answer

To prevent injury

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To improve performance

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To increase energy levels

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To reduce muscle soreness

Question 55

Which of these is a static stretch?

Accepted Answer

Holding a stretch for 10 seconds

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Jumping Jacks

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Leg swings

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Arm circles

Question 56

Which animal is known for its flexibility?

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Snake

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Lion

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Rabbit

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Elephant

Question 57

Which term describes the range of motion of a joint?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility

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Agility

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Balance

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Coordination

Question 58

Which exercise helps improve flexibility in the shoulders?

Accepted Answer

Arm circles

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Push-ups

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Jumping Jacks

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Plank

Question 59

Which is NOT a safety tip for stretching?

Accepted Answer

Bounce while stretching

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Hold stretches for too long

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Stretch only when your muscles are warm

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Breathe deeply while stretching

Question 60

Which of these is NOT a benefit of being flexible?

Accepted Answer

Trouble doing everyday things

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Better posture

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Lower risk of getting hurt

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More energy

Question 61

Which type of exercise is good for improving flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Stretching

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Running fast

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Jumping high

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Lifting weights

Question 62

Which of these is an example of a dynamic stretch?

Accepted Answer

Stretching a muscle after warming it up

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Touching your toes while standing

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Lunging forward

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Holding a stretch for half a minute

Question 63

Why is it important to warm up before stretching?

Accepted Answer

To avoid getting hurt

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To make you more flexible

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To speed up your heart

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To make you feel happy

Question 64

Which muscle group helps you move your arm forward?

Accepted Answer

Biceps

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Triceps

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Quadriceps

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Hamstrings