Answers2026-2027 Bryner -- Fitness for Life Semester 1st 9 weeksUnit Test

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According to the exercise principle of balance, a workout should __________.

A
address all components of fitness
B
focus on balance and coordination
C
target specific areas for improvement
D
vary exercise activities over time
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Why is it important to keep your back and neck straight while performing a hamstring stretch?

A
You can't touch your toes with your neck and back bent.
B
Arching the neck and back puts stress on the spine.
C
Bending the back turns this into a spine stretch.
D
The hamstring is only stretched when the back is straight.
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Which of the following processes does the body NOT use protein to perform?

A
repairing muscles
B
producing hormones
C
making hemoglobin
D
absorbing certain vitamins
4

Which of the following is TRUE concerning stretching techniques?

A
Ballistic stretching exercises never involve bouncing.
B
You should always stretch before warming up.
C
Ballistic stretching exercises can be harmful if done incorrectly.
D
Not all ballistic stretches require supervision.
5

Which factor influencing flexibility is dependent upon individual behaviors?

A
joint structure
B
muscle and fat
C
age
D
gender
6

Minerals are inorganic substances that the body cannot produce on its own. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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Muscle mass can affect a person's flexibility.

A
T
B
F
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According to the principle of overload you should __________.

A
gradually increase the difficulty of a workout
B
gradually decrease the difficulty of a workout
C
engage in challenging exercise during workouts
D
vary the exercises in a workout over time
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Which of the following activities would NOT help increase flexibility?

A
tai chi
B
sunbathing
C
playing basketball
D
tennis
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Which of the following BEST describes balanced stretching?

A
stretching many groups of muscles throughout the body
B
targeting a specific muscle group for stretching
C
balancing on one hand or foot during stretching exercises
D
stretching without bouncing
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Stretching before and after a workout allows for __________.

A
minimal soreness
B
maintained flexibility
C
notation of increased flexibility
D
all of the above
12

Which of the following is NOT an example of good static flexibility?

A
doing and holding a split
B
running a mile in six minutes
C
holding a ballet position for six minutes
D
crossing your ankles behind your head
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The hip flexor is predominantly a calf stretching exercise.

A
T
B
F
14

Fat in the body helps to protect vital organs.

A
T
B
F
15

Why are arm circles considered a dangerous stretching exercise?

A
They are a ballistic stretching exercise.
B
The stretch the shoulder muscles.
C
They can injure the hip joints.
D
They are a static stretching exercise.
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Tightness of the muscles can clamp down on the sciatic nerve and result in lower back pain. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
17

Which of the following BEST distinguishes static from passive stretching?

A
the time positions are held
B
the risk of injury
C
the need for a partner
D
the health benefits
18

Which of the following BEST represents the causes of stiff muscles?

A
Stiff muscles only result from overwork.
B
Stiff muscles only result from prolonged periods of inactivity.
C
Stiff muscles result from both over- and underworking them.
D
Stiff muscles are mostly the result of painful injuries.
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Some stretching exercise can be harmful, even if performed correctly.

A
T
B
F
20

Which is the BEST statement about joint flexibility?

A
It is constant for any joint type.
B
It is constant within a family.
C
It is consistent between an individual's joints.
D
It varies from joint to joint.

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