25 Questions
What is the main purpose of aerobic exercise?
To strengthen the heart and lungs
Which of the following best describes aerobic exercise?
Any physical activity causing sweating and breathlessness
What is the duration requirement for aerobic exercise to be maintained continuously?
At least 10 minutes
Why is accurate measurement of exercise heart rate crucial?
To monitor exercise intensity
Where is the apical pulse site located for measuring heart rate?
At the apex of the heart
From where is the radial pulse site taken for measuring heart rate?
At the wrist
What is the focus of aerobic fitness?
Cardiovascular system
Which activity is considered a bone strengthening exercise?
Walking
What is muscular endurance related to?
Resistance training
Which type of exercise increases lean muscle mass?
Circuit training
What does bone strengthening exercises aim to do?
Maintain bone density
What is the focus of flexibility exercises?
Stretching muscles
Which activity is an example of aerobic fitness?
Jumping jacks
"Resistance training" helps increase __________ and ___________.
"Muscular strength" and "Endurance"
What is the primary focus of circuit training?
Targeting different muscle groups
What characterizes passive static stretching?
Holding the limb to perform the stretch without any assistance
Which type of stretching is considered less beneficial than static stretching for increasing range of motion?
Dynamic stretching
What is the ideal phase for dynamic stretching according to the text?
During the pre-workout phase
What type of exercise gently warms muscles while also stretching them according to the text?
Dynamic stretching
What is the main benefit of flexibility exercises?
Enhancing range of motion at joints
When is static stretching most often recommended?
After completing a workout
What is the primary characteristic of active static stretching?
The stretch is held by the strength of agonist muscles
Which exercise form is typically used in yoga and martial arts?
Active static stretching
What is the recommended duration for holding a static stretch?
10 to 30 seconds
When is flexibility exercise usually done in a workout session?
In the cool-down phase
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