Dynamic flexibility does not affect your ability to |
Perform A Split |
Static flexibility does not depend on |
Muscular Strength |
Flexibility is not determined by |
Mitochondria |
Two principal types of connective tissue in a muscle are |
Elastin and Collagen |
Which of the following is not a potential benefit of flexibility? |
Improved energy production |
Which of the following stretching programs conforms to ACSM recommendations? |
3 days per week, 20 seconds per stretch, 4 repetitions of each stretch |
To improve flexibility, do ________ repetitions of each stretch. |
2-4 |
Which of the following statements about an appropriate goal for flexibility is true? |
It depends on individual fitness goals and choice of sports and activities |
Ballistic stretches are considered dangerous, because they |
May stimulate a muscular contraction during a stretch |
Contracting a muscle prior to stretching is best described as an example of |
Proprioceptive neuromuscular contraction during a stretch |
Dynamic Stretching |
Focuses on functionally based movements |
Back pain is NOT likely to result from |
Increased flexibility |
Which of the following is NOT a function of the spine? |
Structural support for the lower body |
From top to bottom, the five regions of the spine are |
Cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sarcrum, coccyx |
The most common sire of back pain is the __________ area. |
Lumbar |
Core muscles include those in the |
Abdomen, pelvic floor, sides of the trunk, back, buttocks, hips, and pelvis |
Stretches that involve bouncy movements are safest for an individual to improve her or his range of motion. T1 or F1 |
F1 |
Smoking is a risk factor for low-back pain. T2 or F2 |
T2 |
Exercise can help prevent and manage low-back pain. T3 or T3 |
T3 |
Bed rest for 5 to 10 days is recommended in cases of acute back pain. T4 or F4 |
F4 |
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