PE: Topic: Fitness Basics

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Exercise provides a healthy outlet for feelings, which helps improve __________. A. emotional health B. mental health C. spiritual health D. environmental health

A. emotional health

Regular exercise is positively related to wellness.

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The benefits of physical fitness include an improvement in mood.

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Which of the following statements correctly describes our ability to create an exercise program? A. Exercise programs can be developed in any environment. B. Only those living in houses can develop an effective exercise program. C. Rural environments are needed to follow a daily exercise program. D. none of the above

A. Exercise programs can be developed in any environment.

How can regular participation in physical activity improve an individual's overall health? A. Regular participation in physical activity reduces the risk of developing various diseases. B. Regular participation in physical activity allows an individual to function on less sleep. C. Regular participation in physical activity reduces the need for a balanced diet. D. Regular participation in physical activity prevents an individual from developing certain diseases.

A. Regular participation in physical activity reduces the risk of developing various diseases.

Which of the following statements about stress management is TRUE? A. Unmanaged stress can have a negative impact on an individual's life. B. Participating in physical activity is an ineffective way to manage stress. C. Individuals who fail to manage stress levels are unlikely to suffer any negative consequences. D. all of the above

A. Unmanaged stress can have a negative impact on an individual's life.

Genetic characteristics that we can't control include __________. A. height and amount of muscle fibers B. amount of muscle fibers and heart rate C. heart rate and flexibility D. flexibility and amount of daily exercise

A. height and amount of muscle fibers

Which of the following activities belongs on the top of the physical activity pyramid? A. playing video games B. calisthenics C. sprinting D. running

A. playing video games

Increased metabolic rate due to exercise is helpful because __________. A. the body uses more calories for everyday activities B. toxins are removed from the body more quickly C. blood is better able to fight infection D. people with a lower metabolic rate have a higher risk of cancer

A. the body uses more calories for everyday activities

Compare and contrast aerobic physical activity with anaerobic physical activity.

Aerobic exercise consist of activities that work with your arms and legs. Such as walking, running, swimming, basketball, etc. Anaerobic exercises target your muscle groups. These are exercises that help you build your strength and muscles in your body.

Which percentage of American adults do not exercise on a regular basis? A. 40% B. 50% C. 55% D. 60%

B. 50%

Which of the following BEST represents the relationship between physical fitness and exercise? A. Physical fitness requires more strenuous activity than exercise. B. Exercise is a subset of physical fitness. C. Physical fitness is the same as exercise. D. There is no relationship between physical fitness and exercise.

B. Exercise is a subset of physical fitness.

Which of the following is NOT a likely result of regular physical activity? A. increased energy B. decreased attention span C. improved school attendance D. improved self-image

B. decreased attention span

Interacting with others while exercising is beneficial to social health because it allows a person to __________. A. feel more alert B. develop better communication skills C. have better body control D. reduce the risk for cancer

B. develop better communication skills

Where would the following activity BEST fit on the physical activity pyramid? Yoga A. sedentary activities B. flexibility activities C. aerobic activities D. lifestyle activities

B. flexibility activities

The talk test can be used to measure the __________. A. knowledge of an activity B. intensity of an activity C. length of an activity D. cost of an activity

B. intensity of an activity

Which area of the physical activity pyramid can be most easily incorporated into an individual's everyday activities? A. flexibility B. lifestyle C. aerobic D. anaerobic

B. lifestyle

Which of the following is NOT an important positive motivating factor for those considering exercise? A. building strength, endurance, and energy B. reducing time commitments to family C. improvement of health and performance D. reduction of stress and tension

B. reducing time commitments to family

Risks for chronic disease can be reduced by participating in moderate physical activity for a minimum of ______. A. 20 minutes a day, every day of the week B. 30 minutes a day, every day of the week C. 20 minutes a day, two days out of the week D. 30 minutes a day, most days of the week

C. 20 minutes a day, two days out of the week

Select the positive statement that would BEST counteract this negative statement: "I do not have the time to exercise." A. I can exercise anywhere. B. I have to start somewhere. C. I will make it a priority. D. I will increase my energy.

C. I will make it a priority.

Which statement about American physical fitness BEST reflects current negative fitness attitudes? A. 57% of the general population exercises at least twice a week. B. Most of those who engage in regular exercise report above average health. C. One-third of adolescents in high school do not engage in regular physical activity. D. Among those who do not engage in physical activity, most report an activity impairment.

C. One-third of adolescents in high school do not engage in regular physical activity.

How are hypertension, heart disease, and stroke related? A. They are all the result of high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. B. They are all more closely linked to genetics than lifestyle. C. The risk of developing each condition can be reduced through diet and exercise. D. Reducing the risk of one of the diseases has no noticeable impact on the risk of the others.

C. The risk of developing each condition can be reduced through diet and exercise.

How does a pedometer help people reach their fitness goals? A. It measures calories burned. B. It usually doubles as an MP3 player and keeps people motivated. C. They count steps during a workout. D. They measure the number of lifts done per exercise.

C. They count steps during a workout.

How can you optimize your physical health? A. healthy diet, adequate sleep, and cosmetic surgery B. cosmetic surgery, perfectly straight teeth, and tanned skin C. good physical fitness, disease-free, adequate sleep, and healthy diet D. good physical fitness, disease-free, cosmetic surgery, and healthy diet

C. good physical fitness, disease-free, adequate sleep, and healthy diet

Physical activity and exercise typically lead to __________. A. increased stress B. depression C. higher energy levels D. reduced quality of life

C. higher energy levels

Which of the following hobbies contribute to improving your physical fitness? A. playing video games B. watching TV C. kayaking D. stamp collecting

C. kayaking

Which of the following conditions is unaffected by physical activity? A. type 2 diabetes B. hypertension C. skin cancer D. depression

C. skin cancer

Which of the following is NOT a type of wellness? A. spiritual B. social C. spacial D. mental

C. spacial

The average 8- to 18-year-old spends __________ per day on average in front of a screen doing very little to no physical activity. A. 0 hours B. 30 minutes C. 1 hour D. 3 hours or more

D. 3 hours or more

Which statement is TRUE about the factors affecting physical fitness? A. We have no control over any of the factors. B. We have total control over all the factors. C. The factors that affect physical fitness only apply to athletes. D. We can control some of the factors, but not all of them.

D. We can control some of the factors, but not all of them.

How can hypertension be prevented? A. balanced diet B. regular exercise C. healthy weight D. all of the above

D. all of the above

Which of the following statements about physical fitness is TRUE? A. Physical fitness is a continuous, changing state. B. Physical fitness is influenced by many factors. C. Physical fitness is individualized to each person. D. all of the above

D. all of the above

Which of the following is NOT positively influenced by physical activity? A. cardiovascular disease B. obesity C. osteoporosis D. allergies

D. allergies

Our personal opinion or feeling towards something is called a(n) __________. A. engagement B. confidence C. emotion D. attitude

D. attitude

Which of the following is NOT a component of health? A. spiritual B. physical C. mental D. beauty

D. beauty

Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle factor that affects physical fitness? A. work B. chores C. exercise D. clothing

D. clothing

Which of the following represents the greatest risk factor for a stroke? A. high glucose levels B. low glucose levels C. low blood pressure D. high blood pressure

D. high blood pressure

In general, the more physical activity individuals do, __________. A. the more intense the exercise needs to be B. the more money they will save on dieting C. the more television they will be able to watch D. the more benefit they will receive from exercise

D. the more benefit they will receive from exercise

Explain why exercise is an important component of good physical fitness.

Exercise is important because of its positive effects on all the body's systems. In addition, regular exercise reduces the risk factor of contracting many diseases.

William is interested in exercising more, but does not feel he has the time. Write a short response explaining how he can find the time to exercise.

Exercising doesn't always mean you need to spend a countless amount of time at the gym. You can do exercises in your home, before you go to bed, or even while your out shopping.

How can participation in physical activity lead to improved sleep patterns?

Exercising helps your body experience smoother transitions between all the different cycles of sleep. When your body gets more exercise and gets tired out, it helps you sleep more soundly.

Adults need at least 1 hour and 30 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week for important health benefits.

F

Exercise has no positive effects on the nervous system.

F

Gender plays an important role in the six components of health.

F

Generally, those who are less active have no opportunities to exercise.

F

Genetics is the most important factor that affects your physical fitness.

F

Healthy fitness routines are only possible in certain living environments.

F

Physical activity must be strenuous to be effective.

F

Physical fitness attitudes are set during childhood and cannot change.

F

Identify several factors in the environment that can affect physical fitness levels.

Factors in the environment that affect physical fitness include living area, access to fitness facilities, income level, and social groups.

List the following four activities in the order they would go in the physical activity pyramid from top to bottom. Soccer practice; Homework; Walking 30 minutes to school; Weight training

Homework would be on the top, then weight training in anaerobic activities, then soccer practice, then walking 30 minutes to school.

Explain how hypertension, heart disease, and stroke are related.

Hypertension can be known as an early sign of a heart disease. A heart disease can lead to several issues such as stroke or a heart attack. A stroke being on of them.

Why is attitude an important fitness level factor to consider? (Site 1)

If you don't have the attitude to work out and better yourself, then you don't have the motivation for it.

Compare and contrast lifestyle choices that positively affect physical fitness with those that negatively affect physical fitness.

In all aspects of your life, you should strive to be more active instead of less active. Using this filter for life choices will help to improve physical fitness. Those that constantly choose the less active path will probably suffer from more health-related issues than active people.

Describe how exercise can positively affect your environmental health.

When you exercise outdoors, there is a more natural connection between you and the environment. You may also be motivated to change some things in the environment if you exercise in a polluted environment.

Where on the physical activity pyramid do sedentary activities belong?

A

Adolescents require fewer hours of physical activity than adults.

F

Explain why it is not possible to change hereditary conditions.

Hereditary conditions are passed to us at birth through our genetic code called DNA. Our genes are with us all our lives and must be accepted as part of who we are.

As you grow older, you will need to remain physically active to keep a good level of physical fitness.

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Explain what the core muscles do and why it's important to have a strong set of core muscles.

The core muscles stabilize and protect the spine. They help control all movements and make it possible for us humans to walk and stand up right. The core helps us transfer energy, shift our body weight and reach/move in different directions. It is important to have a strong set of core muscles because it makes everyday activities easier.

Describe the purpose and use of the talk test.

The talk test is a way to monitor your exercise intensity. All you need is the ability to talk and breathe at the same time. Whether you can do both at the same time or not is the where the intensity comes in.

Summarize how the components of health are related to wellness.

Wellness is related to our achievement in each of the components of health. To achieve true wellness, we should be doing our best in all six of these components. Like physical fitness, wellness is a dynamic concept; we must always work for our wellness.

Think about lifestyle choices that you make on a daily basis. Choose at least four lifestyle choices which you could change to improve your overall health. Explain how making those changes would improve your health. << Read Less

1 Think positive. It will make you have a healthier immune system. 2 Get a good night's sleep. You can become more relaxed which help reduce stress. 3 Eat Vegetables. It will help your body have more energy and help reduce the risk for cancer and other serious illnesses. 4 Eating properly. It can help you from over eating so it will help manage your weight, keep you from stressing, have better focus and avoid those cravings.

Explain the weekly activity requirements for adults and what exercises and activities one can do to meet these requirements. (Site 2)

A healthy adult should get 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week.

Discuss how the use of pedometers benefited people at high risk for type 2 diabetes. (Site 1)

A pedometer is a device that is used to measure the estimated distance traveled by foot through recording the number of steps made. A pedometer has benefited people at high risk for type 2 diabetes, because these people are believed to have a sedentary lifestyle and that they are encouraged to do exercise more often. And with the use of this device, they can track how much activity they get and if they need more.

You are visiting your Grandmother and notice that she is eating a balanced diet, taking vitamins, getting the proper amount of sleep and is not overweight. Despite her healthy lifestyle, she appears run down and tired. You realize that it's due to her lack of physical activity. Write a convincing letter to your grandma explaining the benefits of participating in regular physical activity.

In order to maintain a healthy lifestyle, you need to keep up with exercising. Exercise helps control your weight, or it can even help you lose weight. Also keeping a healthy lifestyle may decrease your chance or getting diseases and other illnesses. Exercise may help improving your energy levels as well, exercise can just make you feel good overall and help maintain a good overall mood.

Discuss the role of behavior in physical fitness levels.

Our behavior is the only thing over which we have absolute control; to maintain good physical fitness, positive choices must be made each day. You may have favorable genetics and a good environment to be healthy, but your behavioral decisions can cancel out any advantage from genetics and environment.

Explain the difference between physical activity and exercise.

Physical activity is the movement of large muscle groups through daily activities. Exercise is a form of physical activity with the goal of improving physical fitness.

Describe the continuous nature of the physical fitness concept.

Physical fitness isn't something you achieve and forget about. Instead, it's a challenge we face each and every day. Your physical fitness is the sum of all the choices you make.

Discuss why a physically active job does not guarantee better physical fitness.

Physically active jobs can sometimes cause physical harm due to their repetitive nature and poor working conditions.

Explain how regular participation in physical activity can increase life expectancy.

Regular participation in physical activity helps contribute to several things to ensure a long life expectancy. Keeping up on physical activity helps your body cut down on the amount of fat in your body. It also works out your arteries, organs, and muscles, and keeps them exercised to stay healthy.

Identify some sports or activities you can do to improve your overall health and explain how physical activity can improve your physical and emotional health.

Some physical activities that you can do are: 1) Aerobic activities: such as jogging, swimming, among others. 2) Anaerobic activities: such as strength exercises in the gym. Physical activity has both physical and emotional benefits. Among the physical benefits we have: 1) Help control overweight and obesity. 2) Strengthens the bones. 3) Help tone and strengthen muscles. Among the emotional benefits we have: 1) Reduces stress. 2) Decrease the depression 3) It improves the state of mind and promotes social integration with people

Choosing to walk or ride your bike to work can positively affect your physical fitness.

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Endorphins are generated in the body during exercise, which leads to better emotional health.

T

Everyday lifestyle choices affect your physical fitness.

T

Exercise is physical activity with the goal of improving physical fitness.

T

Factors that influence physical fitness include heredity, behavior, and environment.

T

Household chores are a good way to fit exercise into your everyday routine.

T

Lifestyle choices are usually an important factor in the development of heart disease.

T

Mental and emotional health can be improved through exercise.

T

Overall, you need to take responsibility for your physical fitness.

T

Physical fitness attitude can affect a person's level of physical activity.

T

Physical fitness is related to our ability to carry out daily tasks without being too tired or sore.

T

The core muscles stabilize and protect the spine.

T

Wellness is the struggle to keep all the components of health at their best possible levels.

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Your living environment, whether urban or rural, can affect your level of physical fitness.

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Explain how technology has affected people's activity levels.

Technology has made so many things convenient, so it's easier to choose less active options.

What are the eight areas of wellness and how can they be incorporated into one's daily life?

The eight areas of wellness are mental health, physical health, emotional health, environmental health, vocational wellness, intellectual wellness, spiritual health, and social health or wellness. These can be incorporated into your daily life by having quite time to meditate, going to a park, taking classes, making friends, joining a sports team, or being environmentally aware.

Discuss the interdependence of the components of wellness.

The various components of wellness often influence one another. A good example is how poor body composition may affect your willingness to meet new people, thus negatively affecting your social health.

Why do less active Americans not increase their activity levels?

They have their mind set to think they can eat and do what they, but don't feel they need to keep active to stay fit. Or some others may feel it is too hard to get back on track with their physical activity and give up.

You are in the locker room getting ready for physical education class. The class is playing volleyball today. Your friends are being negative and keep repeating how much they dislike volleyball. What are some arguments you could use to improve their attitude?

You can argue that although they might not like volleyball, instead of viewing it through a set, negative perspective, they could instead take a positive view. This change of their attitude could help make the volleyball unit more enjoyable, even if it isn't something they like. You can also argue that it's good to try new things and doing things we don't like is just a part of life.


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