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Which of the following is NOT a recommended change in physical activity for aging individuals?

A
taking a longer time to warm up and cool down
B
being cautious about exercising in extreme conditions
C
using less weight, but adding repetitions
D
participating only in cardiovascular exercises
3

Which of the following is least important to consider before choosing a fitness activity?

A
the level of personal interest
B
the popularity of the activity
C
the cost of participating in the activity
D
the time commitment required
4

Which of the following steps to developing an action plan includes the process of brainstorming?

A
clarifying the goal
B
listing actions
C
monitoring and reviewing
D
analyzing and organizing
5

Name two benefits that result from regular exercise.

Answer:

Some of the many benefits of exercise include improved body composition, lower blood pressure, and lower cholesterol.

6

Explain the process of creating an effective list of tasks to accomplish a goal.

Answer:

Define the goal, break it into smaller specific tasks, put the tasks in logical order, assign deadlines, and track progress by completing or revising tasks as needed.

8

Which of the following is a common precaution for people with known health issues?

A
avoid exercising alone
B
loosen stiff joints before exercise
C
check blood sugar levels often
D
avoid high-impact activities
9

Which of the following statements about developing a personal fitness program is NOT true?

A
When developing a personal fitness program, it is important to implement strategies that will help maintain the program as well as give it a successful start.
B
Personal factors such as age, health concerns, and likes are important to consider when developing a personal fitness program.
C
The starting skill level of the physical activities included in a personal fitness program should be determined from other individuals' fitness programs.
D
The FITT principle should be used when developing a personal fitness program.
11

Individuals need to adjust their physical activity to account for __________ as they age.

A
reduced flexibility
B
decreased energy levels
C
a loss of balance
D
all of the above
12

Explain why it is important to create measurable goals.

Answer:

Measurable goals make it possible to track progress, determine when the goal has been reached, stay motivated, and make adjustments when needed.

13

Explain how the FITT principle applies to the development of a successful personal fitness program.

Answer not available
14

Which of the following is NOT a necessary step to effectively prioritize goals?

A
determining a set of tasks for each goal
B
deciding which goals are most important
C
outlining goals
D
organizing goals into categories
15

What is the purpose of a fitness log?

A
to apply the FITT principle
B
to limit the amount of time spent on varying activities
C
to track and monitor progress
D
to increase personal interest in activities
16

Describe the precautions someone with heart disease should observe when exercising.

Answer:

When exercising, people with heart disease should avoid high-intensity workouts, gradually increase workout intensity, and closely monitor their heart rate.

17

Which of the following is least important to consider before choosing a fitness activity?

A
the level of personal interest
B
the popularity of the activity
C
the cost of participating in the activity
D
the time commitment required
18

Why is it important to ease into an exercise program?

Answer:

It is important for individuals to ease into exercise programs. Attempting to do too much at once can lead to injury. Also, it can lead to discouragement as individuals are unable to meet fitness goals that are set too high. By easing into an exercise program, individuals allow themselves to adjust to the changes in lifestyle and gradually get their bodies to higher fitness levels.

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended change in physical activity for aging individuals?

A
taking a longer time to warm up and cool down
B
being cautious about exercising in extreme conditions
C
using less weight, but adding repetitions
D
participating only in cardiovascular exercises
20

Summarize the main steps an individual should take when developing an action plan.

Answer:

Identify the goal, break it into manageable tasks, set priorities and deadlines, gather needed resources, and monitor and adjust progress.

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