Individual Sports — Unit test Answers

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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
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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
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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
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Discuss why it is important to evaluate an exercise program in which you want to participate.

Answer:

It is important to match exercise programs to your goals, interests, and physical limitations.

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Identify the piece of home fitness equipment that requires the most maintenance and discuss the key steps for maintenance.

Answer:

The treadmill has quite a few parts and requires the most maintenance. The maintenance steps include cleaning the deck/motor cover, testing the stop button, vacuuming, checking lubrication, testing the belt tension, and tightening all nuts and bolts.

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Identify cures that the government does not regulate.

Answer:

The government does not regulate natural cures like cupping, homeopathy, magnet therapy, immunization scares, and HIV/AIDS "cures."

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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.

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Explain in detail how exercise programs and sports activities can differ in number of participants, structure, competition level, and skill level.

Answer:

Exercise programs and sports activities may consist of one individual or a group of people. They can either be structured and consist of a specific pattern or a set of rules, or be unstructured and flexible. They might be competitive and focus on winning the game or might be performed "just for fun." Some exercise programs and sports activities require participants to have a certain skill or training while others require few technical skills.

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Lifetime activities are activities that can be __________.

A
enjoyed for many years or decades
B
enjoyed by people within a wide age range
C
enjoyed by people of varying athletic abilities
D
all of the above

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