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Based on the stated expectations of the sit-and-reach test, which of the following is TRUE?

Men are generally more flexible than women.

Women are generally more flexible than men.

Men and women are about equally flexible.

No broad conclusions can be drawn about flexibility.

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Why is it important to assess flexibility both before AND during a workout regimen?

to assess flexibility progress

to keep muscles warm

to establish flexibility baselines

none of the above

What distinguishes the exercise principle of progression from that of overload?

Progression requires that workouts get progressively more difficult, while overload does not.

Progression deals with increasing fitness goals rather than the physical challenge of a workout.

Progression concerns the overall fitness goals, while overload deals with the schedule of exercise activities.

Progression and overload are actually the same fitness principle.

Ballistic stretching is dangerous and should NOT be performed.

What characterizes static stretching?

having a partner hold limbs in a stretch position

assuming and holding a stretch position

bouncing while in a stretch position

using a tool or object to increase a stretch

A lack of flexibility is a risk factor for athletic injuries.

Trunk rotation is the most common static flexibility assessment. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

According to the principle of overload you should __________.

gradually increase the difficulty of a workout

gradually decrease the difficulty of a workout

engage in challenging exercise during workouts

vary the exercises in a workout over time

Which of the following BEST defines dynamic stretching?

Dynamic stretching features slow, deliberate, controlled motions useful for activity preparation and reducing muscle tightness.

Dynamic stretching features bouncing and swift motion useful for increasing range of motion.

Dynamic stretching features stationary stretching useful for increasing muscle power and elongating muscles.

Dynamic stretching features stationary stretching with a partner useful for increasing muscle potential.

Variety is important for an exercise program because it __________.

improves muscle flexibility

reduces exercise effectiveness

alleviates boredom

improves the specificity of exercise

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