Quiz 2: Dealing with Setback

Which factors are important when coming back from a break in exercise?

- modifying your exercise routine - testing your new ability level - setting new, realistic goals

T/F A plateau is generally a permanent stage of exercise

False

If Louise is not seeing any progress with her exercise goals, what might be the cause?

She is in a plateau

Which of the following is an effective strategy to prevent an overuse injury?

Taking time to cool down after exercise

T/F Overuse injuries occur because you are not giving your body enough time to recovery from an activity.

True

What can occur if you do not modify your workout after a break?

a lack of motivation

When do you need to rehabilitate a part of the body?

after an injury

How can overuse injuries by prevented?

by participating in a variety of activities

What does cross-training involve a) playing a variety of sports for exercise b) performing different types of cardio exercise c) performing a variety of resistance training exercises d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Which is an example of a rehabilitation exercise?

holding your knees to your chest in a stretch

If Bert goes on vacation and misses regular exercise for 3 weeks, what should he do?

lower his exercise goals

What type of set-back can occur because of exercise?

overuse injuries

If Joyce has tendonitis, how should she modify her exercise?

she should avoid exercises with excess repetition

What is an inflammation of the connective tissues that attaches the muscles to the bones?

tendonitis