Safe and Effective Stretching Answers

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The chest-and-arm stretch squeezes __________.

A
the pectoral muscles together
B
the biceps simultaneously
C
all muscles in the torso
D
the shoulder blades together
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Explain what is meant by balance stretching.

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The FITT principle stands for __________.

A
frequency, intensity, time, and type
B
fitness, intensity, toughness, and type
C
frequency, ideal, time, and toughness
D
frequency, ideal, time, and type
4

A full stretching session should take between __________.

A
five and ten minutes
B
half an hour to an hour
C
one and two hours
D
ten and twenty minutes
5

Which of the following is a ballistic stretching exercise?

A
calf stretch
B
arm circles
C
yoga plow
D
hurdle stretch
6

Explain why it is important to stretch slowly and why bouncing during stretching is very dangerous.

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7

Explain why head circles and arm circles are considered dangerous exercises.

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8

Why should you allow a minimum of 24 hours of rest between intense stretching activities?

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9

The standing toe touch is most likely to result in __________.

A
a shoulder injury
B
a hyperextended neck
C
loose muscles in the torso
D
a hyperextended knee
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Describe a potential risk of a hurdle stretch performed with the leg pointed back rather than with the leg inside.

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