P.E. Test 7- Safe and Effective Stretching 3

The hip flexor is predominantly a calf stretching exercise. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. T F

False

There aren't health risks with any yoga positions or forms. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. T F

False

Some stretching exercise can be harmful, even if performed correctly. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. T F

True

Stretching should be accompanied by slow, deep breaths. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. T F

True

When preparing to exercise, it's best to warm up your muscles before stretching. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. T F

True

The ballistic method of developing flexibility is the safest form of stretching. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. T F

False

What would be a particularly good stretching exercise to do before going on a run? A. the calf stretch B. shoulder bends C. the torso stretch D. the chest-and-arm stretch

A.

Which of the following BEST describes balanced stretching? A. stretching many groups of muscles throughout the body B. targeting a specific muscle group for stretching C. balancing on one hand or foot during stretching exercises D. stretching without bouncing

A.

Why are arm circles considered a dangerous stretching exercise? A. They are a ballistic stretching exercise. B. The stretch the shoulder muscles. C. They can injure the hip joints. D. They are a static stretching exercise.

A.

Which of the following is NOT a good exercise for the lower body? A. hip flexor B. spine stretch C. calf stretch D. hamstring stretch

B.

If sufficient rest is taken between workout activities targeting specific muscle groups, how many sessions of the same activity can safely be performed in a one-week period at the MOST? A. two B. three C. four D. five

C.

What exercises should you perform if your goal is to improve flexibility of your chest and side muscles? A. hip flexor and side stretch B. shoulder stretch and chest and arm bends C. side stretch and chest and arm bends D. hamstring stretch and calf stretch

C.

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate result of healthy stretching? A. tension in the muscles B. a slight burning sensation C. muscle pain D. increased range of motion

C.

Why is the standing quadriceps stretch a better stretching exercise than the sitting quadriceps stretch? A. It stretches the quadriceps muscle further. B. It can also be performed while lying down. C. It exerts less force on the knees. D. It causes sideways torque on the knees.

C.

Ballistic stretching is BEST performed __________. A. before intense workouts B. after a thorough warm-up C. weekly D. never

D.

Stretching before and after a workout allows for __________. A. minimal soreness B. maintained flexibility C. notation of increased flexibility D. all of the above

D.

Which of the following is NOT a dangerous stretch? A. arm circles B. yoga plow C. hurdle stretch D. hip flexor

D.