Mastering Non-Locomotor Movements
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Which one of the following is NOT a basic non-locomotor movement?

  • Bending
  • Stretching
  • Twisting
  • Jumping (correct)
  • What does swinging involve?

  • Moving the arms up and down
  • Moving the upper body in a circle (correct)
  • Moving the whole body up and down
  • Moving the legs in a circle
  • What is the purpose of twisting?

  • To move the legs
  • To see things around while standing still (correct)
  • To push objects
  • To stretch the muscles
  • Which movement involves moving an object towards oneself?

    <p>Pulling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between pushing and pulling?

    <p>Pushing involves moving an object away from oneself, while pulling involves moving an object towards oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is an example of a rhythmic movement?

    <p>A man cycling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of rhythmic movement in sports and games?

    <p>Swimming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of rhythm?

    <p>A regular pattern of repeated movements or sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In sports, what does 'heading' refer to?

    <p>Hitting the ball with the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required in order to successfully head a ball in sports?

    <p>Looking at the incoming ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sports allow for 'shooting' as defined in the text?

    <p>Cricket and handball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Non-Locomotor Movements

    • Bending is a basic non-locomotor movement.
    • Swinging involves moving a body part in a circular motion, such as swinging an arm or leg.

    Twisting and Other Movements

    • Twisting involves rotating a body part while keeping the rest of the body still, used to transfer force or change direction.
    • Pulling involves moving an object towards oneself.
    • The difference between pushing and pulling is the direction of the force applied.

    Rhythmic Movements

    • Jumping jacks are an example of a rhythmic movement, which is a movement that follows a repeating pattern.
    • Walking is not mentioned as an example of rhythmic movement in sports and games.
    • Rhythm is defined as a repeating pattern of movement or sound.

    Sports-Specific Movements

    • In sports, 'heading' refers to hitting a ball with the forehead, often in soccer or volleyball.
    • Successfully heading a ball requires good timing, positioning, and strength.
    • Shooting, such as in basketball or soccer, involves propel a ball or puck towards a goal.

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    Test your knowledge of non-locomotor movements with this quiz! Explore the basics of stretching, bending, twisting, swinging, pulling, and pushing. Enhance your understanding of these important movements and their impact on the body.

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