SWIMMING - Q4

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Swimming is one of the most popular sports in the?

Philippines

Our nation is surrounded by _____ and swimming is one of our great passions.

Water

As well as being fun, _______ is a great way to keep fit, stay healthy and make friends.

Swimming

__________ is a healthy activity that you can continue for a lifetime.

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

It is a low-impact activity that has many physical and mental health benefits.

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

Swimming is a great recreational activity for people of ______.

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

________ swimming can provide you with a low-impact workout and it’s also a good way to relax and feel good.

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

Common swimming styles in recreational swimming are?

<p>breaststroke (A), backstroke (B), side stroke (C), freestyle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main strokes used in competitive swimming are?

<p>breaststroke (A), freestyle (B), backstroke (C), butterfly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Some people who enjoy swimming want to take it to a _____________.

<p>competitive level</p> Signup and view all the answers

This can provide the health benefits of a vigorous workout as well as the fun and thrill of competition.

<p>COMPETITIVE SWIMMING (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The distances swum in competition swimming can vary from __ metres in a pool to much further distances in open water.

<p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

Swimming is a great workout because?

<p>you need to move your whole body against the resistance of the water. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Swimming is a good all-round activity because it:

<p>keeps your heart rate up but takes some of the impact stress off your body (A), builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness (B), helps maintain a healthy weight, healthy heart and lungs (C), tones muscles and builds strength (D), provides an all-over body workout, as nearly all of your muscles are used during swimming. (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT the other benefits of swimming?

<p>being a vigorous form of workout that gives you micro injuries that in turn makes your body more tougher. (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the other benefits of swimming?

<p>providing a pleasant way to cool down on a hot day. (A), being available in many places – you can swim in swimming pools, beaches, lakes, dams and rivers. Make sure that the environment you choose to swim in is safe. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The dimensions of an Olympic-size swimming pool are standardized by the? hint: FINA

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

An Olympic-size pool is typically what in length?

<p>50 meters (164 feet) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An Olympic-size pool is typically what in width?

<p>25 meters (82 feet) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An Olympic-size pool is typically how deep throughout?

<p>2 meters (6.6 feet) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

These dimensions are used in _______________ competitions to ensure a fair and consistent playing field for athletes.

<p>Olympic and international swimming (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Additionally, Olympic pools are divided into lanes, usually ranging from?

<p>8 to 10 lanes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Additionally, Olympic pools are divided into lanes, usually ranging from 8 to 10 lanes, each about how much meters wide?

<p>2.5 meters (8.2 feet) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Getting started in swimming is ____. It is a sport for all age groups, skill and fitness levels.

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

you will need to purchase a pair of swimmers and some goggles. Goggles can be purchased for around

<p>500 PESOS and upwards. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

There are public pools throughout _______ that are open to everyone.

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

Entry to public pools usually costs a few hundreds of pesos and many aquatic centres offer ___________ for people of all ages, as well as ________ groups.

<p>swimming lessons (A), training and exercise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

140 Don A. Roces Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City

<p>AMORANTO SPORTS COMPLEX (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fee: P25

<p>AMORANTO SPORTS COMPLEX (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Opens from Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with lunch break from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)

<p>AMORANTO SPORTS COMPLEX (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Shaw Boulevard, Greenhills, Mandaluyong City

<p>Lourdes School of Mandaluyong (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fee: P100 for half-day stay

<p>Lourdes School of Mandaluyong (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Open to the public every Saturday and Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with lunch break from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

<p>Lourdes School of Mandaluyong (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jacamar Street, Santa Elena, Marikina City

<p>MARIKINA SPORTS COMPLEX (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fee: P50

<p>MARIKINA SPORTS COMPLEX (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (with lunch break from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.). It extends its hours from March to early June with operations from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

<p>MARIKINA SPORTS COMPLEX (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pablo Ocampo Street, Malate, Manila

<p>RIZAL MEMORIAL SPORTS COMPLEX (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fee: P60

<p>RIZAL MEMORIAL SPORTS COMPLEX (D), PHILSPORTS COMPLEX (ULTRA) (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (with lunch break from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

<p>RIZAL MEMORIAL SPORTS COMPLEX (D), PHILSPORTS COMPLEX (ULTRA) (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Capt. Henry Javier Street corner Martin Street, Pasig City

<p>PHILSPORTS COMPLEX (ULTRA) (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are things you need to do before you dive in:

<p>Make sure you know how to swim. (A), Choose a safe environment. (B), Warm up and stretch your muscles and joints before entering the water. (C), Have plenty of fluids on hand and drink regularly. (D), Don’t overdo it if you’re just starting out. See your doctor if you haven’t exercised for a long time. (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are THINGS TO REMEMBER?

<p>As well as being fun, swimming is a great way to keep fit and well and make friends. (B), Swimming is a healthy activity that you can continue for a lifetime. (C), Swimming is a low-impact activity that has many physical and mental health benefits. (D), Make sure you know how to swim and do so in a safe environment. (@)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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