How much do you know about the benefits of physical activity and resistance trai...

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Which type of exercise primarily uses anaerobic energy?

Anaerobic exercises

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of resistance training?

Reduces risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Which principle promotes body adaptation to pressure?

The overload principle

Study Notes

  1. Physically active people have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, falling, and cancer.
  2. Physical activity can be as effective as psychotherapy or medication for treating depression.
  3. Physical activity significantly reduces the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke.
  4. Aerobic exercises use slow twitch muscle fibers and improve oxygen transfer.
  5. Anaerobic exercises use fast twitch muscle fibers and primarily use anaerobic energy.
  6. The overload principle promotes body adaptation to pressure.
  7. Resistance training increases bone density, metabolic rate, and muscular hypertrophy.
  8. Resistance training decreases body fat percentage, blood pressure, and cholesterol markers.
  9. Resistance training improves posture, core stability, range of movement, power, and strength.
  10. Resistance training increases the number and size of mitochondria and improves motor unit firing.

Get ready to learn about the amazing benefits of physical activity and resistance training with our quiz! Discover how staying physically active can lower your risk of developing chronic diseases, improve your mental health, and boost your overall fitness. You'll also learn about the different types of exercises and how they affect your muscles and body. Test your knowledge and see how much you know about the science of physical activity and resistance training!

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