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Dynamic stretching is recommended for the warm-up routine to prevent injury.
Dynamic stretching is recommended for the warm-up routine to prevent injury.
True (A)
Jogging is primarily a strength-building activity.
Jogging is primarily a strength-building activity.
False (B)
Isometric exercises involve muscle contractions with no change in muscle length.
Isometric exercises involve muscle contractions with no change in muscle length.
True (A)
The principle of reversibility suggests that fitness gains will be permanent and cannot be lost.
The principle of reversibility suggests that fitness gains will be permanent and cannot be lost.
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Circuit training involves completing a set of exercises with extended rest periods between each exercise.
Circuit training involves completing a set of exercises with extended rest periods between each exercise.
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HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) is primarily beneficial for improving muscular strength.
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) is primarily beneficial for improving muscular strength.
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Anaerobic exercises require the body to utilize oxygen to produce energy for the muscles.
Anaerobic exercises require the body to utilize oxygen to produce energy for the muscles.
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Choosing a gym conveniently located near your home or work promotes consistency in your exercise routine.
Choosing a gym conveniently located near your home or work promotes consistency in your exercise routine.
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Functional exercises often isolate specific parts of the body.
Functional exercises often isolate specific parts of the body.
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Unilateral exercises train both sides of the body equally.
Unilateral exercises train both sides of the body equally.
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The principle of individuality states that training should be the same for everyone.
The principle of individuality states that training should be the same for everyone.
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Resistance training decreases bone density.
Resistance training decreases bone density.
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Proper form is not important when performing resistance exercises.
Proper form is not important when performing resistance exercises.
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Dynamic stretching improves speed, agility, and acceleration.
Dynamic stretching improves speed, agility, and acceleration.
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Static stretching increases flexibility and should be part of the cool-down routine.
Static stretching increases flexibility and should be part of the cool-down routine.
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Resistance training can focus on increasing joint stability.
Resistance training can focus on increasing joint stability.
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Study Notes
Exercise and Training Principles
- Exercise and training are distinct. (False)
- Specificity: Body's response to exercise is specific. (True)
- Dynamic stretching is NOT part of the cool-down. (False)
- Cardio involves oxygen delivery to muscles. (True)
- Anaerobic exercise is NOT continuous and uses oxygen. (False)
- HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training): Short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by recovery. (True)
- Functional exercises mimic daily movements (e.g., bending, lifting). (True)
- Resistance training builds strength and endurance. (True)
- Isometric exercises DO NOT involve changing muscle length. (False)
- Reversibility: Fitness improvements are NOT permanent. (False)
- Training has long-term goals for specific results. (True)
- Jogging does NOT significantly improve muscular strength. (False)
- Pre-workout nutrition is recommended. (True)
- Stretching before a workout is NOT preventative. (False)
- Muscle growth (hypertrophy) needs longer rest intervals. (False)
- Choosing a convenient gym location is advisable. (True)
- Static stretching is NOT part of the warm-up. (False)
- Cardiovascular exercise = Cardio. (True)
- Anaerobic exercise: Quick, high-intensity activities without oxygen. (True)
Cardiovascular Exercise
- Cardio improves blood pressure control. (True)
- Walking is NOT an advanced cardio exercise. (False)
- HIIT improves cardiorespiratory fitness. (True)
- Circuit training involves exercises with minimal rest. (True)
- Zumba is a dance cardio exercise. (True)
- Functional exercises do not isolate specific body parts. (False)
Core Stabilization and Plyometrics
- Core stabilization strengthens torso muscles for spinal support.(True)
- Plyometric exercises are jump training. (True)
- Isometric exercises involve contracting muscles in one position. (True)
- Unilateral exercises train single limbs. (False - This implies both sides, not equally).
- Resistance training can improve joint stability. (True)
Training Principles
- Training principles vary by individual. (False)
- Overload: Body must be stressed beyond normal. (True)
- Progression: Gradually increase training loads. (True)
- Adaptation: Body adapts to exercise stress. (True)
- Specificity: Body adapts to specific training types. (True)
- Reversibility: Fitness gains are lost with inactivity. (True)
Resistance Training
- Resistance training for weight loss and increased metabolism. (True)
- Resistance training DECREASES bone density. (False)
- Resistance training improves mental health (e.g., reduces anxiety). (True)
- Resistance training builds muscle mass. (True)
- Resistance training helps reduce sports injuries. (True)
- Isotonic exercises: Muscle tension with length change. (True)
- Isometric exercises: Muscle contraction without length change. (True)
- Isokinetic exercises: Constant speed muscle contractions. (True)
- Squats and push-ups ARE resistance exercises. (True)
- Proper form is crucial in resistance training. (True)
- Gradually increased intensity is recommended. (True)
- Balanced training for all muscle groups is necessary. (True)
Stretching and Warm-up
- Dynamic stretching improves speed, agility, acceleration. (True)
- Static stretching improves flexibility and is part of the cool-down. (True)
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental principles of exercise and training. This quiz covers various concepts such as specificity, types of exercise, and the importance of nutrition. Challenge yourself to distinguish between true and false statements to deepen your understanding.
