Understanding Stress and its Types

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Which of the following is NOT a cause of stress according to the text?

  • Physical surroundings
  • Lack of exercise (correct)
  • Major life changes
  • Everyday problems

What is the primary way in which sports help manage stress, according to the text?

  • By improving cardiovascular health and overall fitness
  • By providing a distraction from stressful situations
  • By reducing muscle tension and dissipating stress (correct)
  • By releasing endorphins that promote relaxation

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a counterproductive coping strategy in the text?

  • Smoking
  • Excessive alcohol consumption (correct)
  • Overeating
  • Substance abuse

What is the difference between eustress and distress?

<p>Eustress is positive stress that promotes growth, while distress is negative stress that hinders performance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration and intensity of physical activity mentioned in the text for managing stress?

<p>At least 2.5 hours of moderate-intensity activity per week (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the body's stress response?

<p>To bring the body back into balance after a stressful event (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended weekly amount of vigorous-intensity activity?

<p>11.25 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified as a component of health-related fitness?

<p>Skill-related fitness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for exercise according to the text?

<p>Daily consistency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between eustress and distress according to the text?

<p>Eustress promotes growth and accomplishments, while distress is the harmful physical consequence of stress (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a fitness assessment according to the text?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to start a new exercise program according to the text?

<p>Be patient and expect to feel coordinated and in shape after 4-8 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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