Question 1

Diaphragmatic breathing promotes sympathetic nervous system activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Progressive muscular relaxation was developed over 300 years ago.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Most benefits of exercise come from anaerobic exercise rather than aerobic exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for progressive muscle relaxation?

Accepted Answer

A) a Japanese robe 
B) a quiet room 
C) appropriate temperature 
D) a comfortable position 
E) awareness of any unnecessary muscle tension 
A) a Japanese robe 
B) a quiet room 
C) appropriate temperature 
D) a comfortable position 
E) awareness of any unnecessary muscle tension

Question 5

Which of the following is not a component of physical fitness?

Accepted Answer

A) elasticity 
B) body composition 
C) cardiovascular endurance 
D) muscular strength 
E) flexibility 
A) elasticity 
B) body composition 
C) cardiovascular endurance 
D) muscular strength 
E) flexibility

Question 6

Physical activity can be defined as:

Accepted Answer

A) any bodily movement involving contractions of skeletal muscles. 
B) any condition that elevates heart rate. 
C) aerobic exercise. 
D) strength training. 
A) any bodily movement involving contractions of skeletal muscles. 
B) any condition that elevates heart rate. 
C) aerobic exercise. 
D) strength training.

Question 7

What are some suggestions that you could provide for someone who is just beginning a fitness training program?

Accepted Answer

Starting a fitness training program can

Question 8

According to the biological adaptations hypothesis, this reason explains why physical exercise is good for an individual:

Accepted Answer

A) increased physical functioning and more efficient metabolism 
B) decreased endorphins and dopamine 
C) increased blood cortisol during sleep 
D) increased sympathetic output during rest 
A) increased physical functioning and more efficient metabolism 
B) decreased endorphins and dopamine 
C) increased blood cortisol during sleep 
D) increased sympathetic output during rest

Question 9

Yoga can help reduce all of these except

Accepted Answer

A) anxiety 
B) depression 
C) pain 
D) aggression 
E) happiness 
A) anxiety 
B) depression 
C) pain 
D) aggression 
E) happiness

Question 10

What is the interpretation of the tai chi metaphorical lesson "a needle hidden in the cotton"?

Accepted Answer

A) Firm movement leads to inner strength and power. 
B) Tai chi movement should be as soft as cotton. 
C) Inner strength is corresponding to outer relaxation and softness. 
D) Inner strength is corresponding to tensing up your muscles. 
A) Firm movement leads to inner strength and power. 
B) Tai chi movement should be as soft as cotton. 
C) Inner strength is corresponding to outer relaxation and softness. 
D) Inner strength is corresponding to tensing up your muscles.

Question 11

The creation of tai chi was inspired when the creator witnessed the battle of these two combatants:

Accepted Answer

A) cat and mouse 
B) snake and bird 
C) dog and squirrel 
D) fox and hound 
E) tiger and deer 
A) cat and mouse 
B) snake and bird 
C) dog and squirrel 
D) fox and hound 
E) tiger and deer

Question 12

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi created transcendental meditation and further spread the influence of yoga.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Who first introduced yoga to America?

Accepted Answer

A) Herbert Benson 
B) Swami Vivekananda 
C) Patanjali 
D) Maharishi Mahesh Yogi 
E) Chang San Feng 
A) Herbert Benson 
B) Swami Vivekananda 
C) Patanjali 
D) Maharishi Mahesh Yogi 
E) Chang San Feng

Question 14

The life force that is being manipulated and channeled in tai chi is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A) qi 
B) yin 
C) yang 
D) hatha 
E) astanga 
A) qi 
B) yin 
C) yang 
D) hatha 
E) astanga

Question 15

Increasing your fitness through exercise can improve your mental acuity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Performing a bench press lift or a 100-meter sprint are examples of activities using this process.

Accepted Answer

A) aerobic 
B) anaerobic 
C) metosynthesis 
D) all of the above 
A) aerobic 
B) anaerobic 
C) metosynthesis 
D) all of the above

Question 17

Define yoga. Give a brief history of the technique. Finally, describe the six principles of yoga.

Accepted Answer

Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritua

Question 18

What does the word ""yoga"" mean?

Accepted Answer

A) join or unite 
B) balance 
C) truth 
D) wellness 
A) join or unite 
B) balance 
C) truth 
D) wellness

Question 19

It is estimated that ___ % of all deaths in the US are attributed to lack of regular exercise and poor fitness levels.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 
B) 5 
C) 10 
D) 15 
E) 25 
A) 1 
B) 5 
C) 10 
D) 15 
E) 25

Question 20

Describe what tai chi is and how the yin-yang theory and the five-element theory may help you understand the challenges in your life.

Accepted Answer

Tai chi is a Chinese martial art that is

Diaphragmatic breathing promotes sympathetic nervous system activity.

Progressive muscular relaxation was developed over 300 years ago.

Most benefits of exercise come from anaerobic exercise rather than aerobic exercise.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for progressive muscle relaxation?

Which of the following is not a component of physical fitness?

Physical activity can be defined as:

What are some suggestions that you could provide for someone who is just beginning a fitness training program?

According to the biological adaptations hypothesis, this reason explains why physical exercise is good for an individual:

Yoga can help reduce all of these except

What is the interpretation of the tai chi metaphorical lesson "a needle hidden in the cotton"?

The creation of tai chi was inspired when the creator witnessed the battle of these two combatants:

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi created transcendental meditation and further spread the influence of yoga.

Who first introduced yoga to America?

The life force that is being manipulated and channeled in tai chi is referred to as:

Increasing your fitness through exercise can improve your mental acuity.

Performing a bench press lift or a 100-meter sprint are examples of activities using this process.

Define yoga. Give a brief history of the technique. Finally, describe the six principles of yoga.

What does the word ""yoga"" mean?

It is estimated that ___ % of all deaths in the US are attributed to lack of regular exercise and poor fitness levels.

Describe what tai chi is and how the yin-yang theory and the five-element theory may help you understand the challenges in your life.

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Sources of Stress Across the Lifespan

Adaptive and Maladaptive Behavior

Individual and Cultural Differences

Challenging Stressful Thinking

Problem Solving and Time Management

Psychological and Spiritual Relaxation Methods

Preparing for the Future: College and Occupational Stress

Care of the Self: Nutrition and Other Lifestyle Issues

Stress and Conflict in Relationships

Resilience and Stress

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Exam 9: Physical Methods for Stress Reduction

Diaphragmatic breathing promotes sympathetic nervous system activity.

Progressive muscular relaxation was developed over 300 years ago.

Most benefits of exercise come from anaerobic exercise rather than aerobic exercise.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for progressive muscle relaxation?

Which of the following is not a component of physical fitness?

Physical activity can be defined as:

What are some suggestions that you could provide for someone who is just beginning a fitness training program?

According to the biological adaptations hypothesis, this reason explains why physical exercise is good for an individual:

Yoga can help reduce all of these except

What is the interpretation of the tai chi metaphorical lesson "a needle hidden in the cotton"?

The creation of tai chi was inspired when the creator witnessed the battle of these two combatants:

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi created transcendental meditation and further spread the influence of yoga.

Who first introduced yoga to America?

The life force that is being manipulated and channeled in tai chi is referred to as:

Increasing your fitness through exercise can improve your mental acuity.

Performing a bench press lift or a 100-meter sprint are examples of activities using this process.

Define yoga. Give a brief history of the technique. Finally, describe the six principles of yoga.

What does the word ""yoga"" mean?

It is estimated that ___ % of all deaths in the US are attributed to lack of regular exercise and poor fitness levels.

Describe what tai chi is and how the yin-yang theory and the five-element theory may help you understand the challenges in your life.

The Meaning of Stress

The Bodys Reactions to Stress

Sources of Stress Across the Lifespan

Adaptive and Maladaptive Behavior

Individual and Cultural Differences

Challenging Stressful Thinking

Problem Solving and Time Management

Psychological and Spiritual Relaxation Methods

Preparing for the Future: College and Occupational Stress

Care of the Self: Nutrition and Other Lifestyle Issues

Stress and Conflict in Relationships

Resilience and Stress

Optimal Functioning to Make Your Changes a Proactive Approach to Stress Management

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