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What is the main focus of flexibility in health-related fitness?
What is the main focus of flexibility in health-related fitness?
- The amount of fat compared to lean muscle mass
- The range of movement possible at a joint (correct)
- The frequency of physical exercise
- The ability to lift weights maximally
What defines muscular strength?
What defines muscular strength?
- The flexibility of muscles and joints
- The maximum weight you can lift one time (correct)
- The ability to perform a high number of repetitions with low weight
- The endurance of muscles during extended activities
Which of the following activities best develops cardio endurance?
Which of the following activities best develops cardio endurance?
- Running, rucking, or swimming (correct)
- Performing yoga stretches
- Doing push-ups repeatedly
- Lifting weights in the gym
What does body composition primarily measure?
What does body composition primarily measure?
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Which of the following is a benefit of being physically active?
Which of the following is a benefit of being physically active?
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Definition of Physical Fitness
- Physical fitness is the body's ability to perform daily activities without excessive fatigue, breathlessness, or soreness.
Benefits of Physical Activity
- Enhances mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and stress levels.
- Fosters social health through connections made in group activities and team sports.
- Promotes physical health by improving overall well-being and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
Components of Health-Related Fitness
Muscular Strength
- Defined as the maximum weight that can be lifted in a single attempt.
- Training typically involves 1-8 repetitions to build strength.
Muscular Endurance
- Refers to the ability to lift a weight repeatedly or sustain muscle contractions over time.
- Training often includes 12 or more repetitions to develop endurance.
- Common tests include push-ups and sit-ups to assess muscular endurance.
Cardio Endurance
- Represents how effectively the heart, lungs, and muscles function together during sustained physical activity.
- Activities may include running, rucking, fast walking, and swimming.
Flexibility
- Refers to the range of motion available at a joint, important for overall movement and injury prevention.
Body Composition
- Describes the ratio of fat mass to lean muscle mass in the body.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) is one method to assess body composition but has limitations as it does not differentiate between muscle and fat.
- Focus on losing body weight involves strategies for improving body composition.
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