Question 1

What type of stretching features contracting a muscle prior to stretching?

Accepted Answer

A) active stretching 
B) passive stretching 
C) ballistic stretching 
D) proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation 
A) active stretching 
B) passive stretching 
C) ballistic stretching 
D) proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation

Question 2

List at least four benefits of flexibility,and describe how developing flexibility provides each benefit.

Accepted Answer

1. Injury Prevention: Developing flexibi

Question 3

Why are ballistic stretches considered dangerous?

Accepted Answer

A) They may cause a muscle to relax. 
B) They may stimulate a muscular contraction during a stretch. 
C) They do not increase flexibility. 
D) They do not trigger action by stretch receptors. 
A) They may cause a muscle to relax. 
B) They may stimulate a muscular contraction during a stretch. 
C) They do not increase flexibility. 
D) They do not trigger action by stretch receptors.

Question 4

Stretches that involve bouncy movements are the safest way for an individual to improve her or his range of motion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Define and explain the differences among static stretching,ballistic stretching,dynamic stretching,proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation,passive stretching,and active stretching.For each,give an example of a stretch utilizing the technique.

Accepted Answer

Static stretching involves holding a str

Question 6

Several recent studies show an inverse relationship between physical activity and the risk for bone fractures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The thoracic vertebrae are found in the neck.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

How many repetitions of a stretch are needed in each session to improve flexibility over time?

Accepted Answer

A) 1 
B) 2 to 4 
C) 5 to 6 
D) at least 10 
A) 1 
B) 2 to 4 
C) 5 to 6 
D) at least 10

Question 9

The most common site of back pain is the cervical region.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which approach for the prevention and management of low-back pain is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) Exercises should be done early in the morning. 
B) Exercises should be performed at least 3 days per week. 
C) The exercise program should emphasize muscular strength. 
D) The exercise program will yield results in weeks. 
A) Exercises should be done early in the morning. 
B) Exercises should be performed at least 3 days per week. 
C) The exercise program should emphasize muscular strength. 
D) The exercise program will yield results in weeks.

Question 11

What is included in the core muscles?

Accepted Answer

A) abdomen,pelvic floor,sides of the trunk,back,buttocks,hips,and pelvis 
B) abdomen,pelvic floor,sides of the trunk,back,buttocks,hips,and thighs 
C) abdomen,sides of the trunk,back,buttocks,hips,and thighs 
D) abdomen,back,buttocks,hips,and thighs 
A) abdomen,pelvic floor,sides of the trunk,back,buttocks,hips,and pelvis 
B) abdomen,pelvic floor,sides of the trunk,back,buttocks,hips,and thighs 
C) abdomen,sides of the trunk,back,buttocks,hips,and thighs 
D) abdomen,back,buttocks,hips,and thighs

Question 12

Describe the basic structure of the spine.Include information on the vertebrae,intervertebral disks,and nerve roots.

Accepted Answer

The spine, also known as the vertebral c

Question 13

Which benefit can stretching provide?

Accepted Answer

A) It allows muscles to lengthen. 
B) It can increase risk of injury. 
C) It can lead to inflexibility. 
D) It makes connective tissue brittle. 
A) It allows muscles to lengthen. 
B) It can increase risk of injury. 
C) It can lead to inflexibility. 
D) It makes connective tissue brittle.

Question 14

Nerve roots in the spine are the key component of intervertebral disks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which is one outcome of good flexibility?

Accepted Answer

A) decreased performance in sports 
B) increased number of injuries 
C) improved body composition 
D) lower risk of sport injury 
A) decreased performance in sports 
B) increased number of injuries 
C) improved body composition 
D) lower risk of sport injury

Question 16

What is the most common site of back pain?

Accepted Answer

A) the cervical area 
B) the lumbar area 
C) the thoracic area 
D) the coccyx area 
A) the cervical area 
B) the lumbar area 
C) the thoracic area 
D) the coccyx area

Question 17

Numbness in the foot is a possible symptom of damaged intervertebral disks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Poor flexibility may increase risk of injuries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which statement is true regarding an appropriate goal for flexibility?

Accepted Answer

A) It is the same for all people. 
B) It depends on individual fitness goals and choice of sports and activities. 
C) The more flexibility,the better. 
D) For non-athletes,flexibility is not necessary. 
A) It is the same for all people. 
B) It depends on individual fitness goals and choice of sports and activities. 
C) The more flexibility,the better. 
D) For non-athletes,flexibility is not necessary.

Question 20

What are the five regions of the spine?

Accepted Answer

A) cervical,thoracic,lumbar,sacrum,coccyx 
B) cervical,sacrum,thoracic,lumbar,coccyx 
C) thoracic,cervical,sacrum,lumbar,coccyx 
D) thoracic,cervical,lumbar,coccyx,sacrum 
A) cervical,thoracic,lumbar,sacrum,coccyx 
B) cervical,sacrum,thoracic,lumbar,coccyx 
C) thoracic,cervical,sacrum,lumbar,coccyx 
D) thoracic,cervical,lumbar,coccyx,sacrum

What type of stretching features contracting a muscle prior to stretching?

List at least four benefits of flexibility,and describe how developing flexibility provides each benefit.

Why are ballistic stretches considered dangerous?

Stretches that involve bouncy movements are the safest way for an individual to improve her or his range of motion.

Define and explain the differences among static stretching,ballistic stretching,dynamic stretching,proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation,passive stretching,and active stretching.For each,give an example of a stretch utilizing the technique.

Several recent studies show an inverse relationship between physical activity and the risk for bone fractures.

The thoracic vertebrae are found in the neck.

How many repetitions of a stretch are needed in each session to improve flexibility over time?

The most common site of back pain is the cervical region.

Which approach for the prevention and management of low-back pain is correct?

What is included in the core muscles?

Describe the basic structure of the spine.Include information on the vertebrae,intervertebral disks,and nerve roots.

Which benefit can stretching provide?

Nerve roots in the spine are the key component of intervertebral disks.

Which is one outcome of good flexibility?

What is the most common site of back pain?

Numbness in the foot is a possible symptom of damaged intervertebral disks.

Poor flexibility may increase risk of injuries.

Which statement is true regarding an appropriate goal for flexibility?

What are the five regions of the spine?

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Exam 5: Flexibility and Low-Back Health

What type of stretching features contracting a muscle prior to stretching?

List at least four benefits of flexibility,and describe how developing flexibility provides each benefit.

Why are ballistic stretches considered dangerous?

Stretches that involve bouncy movements are the safest way for an individual to improve her or his range of motion.

Define and explain the differences among static stretching,ballistic stretching,dynamic stretching,proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation,passive stretching,and active stretching.For each,give an example of a stretch utilizing the technique.

Several recent studies show an inverse relationship between physical activity and the risk for bone fractures.

The thoracic vertebrae are found in the neck.

How many repetitions of a stretch are needed in each session to improve flexibility over time?

The most common site of back pain is the cervical region.

Which approach for the prevention and management of low-back pain is correct?

What is included in the core muscles?

Describe the basic structure of the spine.Include information on the vertebrae,intervertebral disks,and nerve roots.

Which benefit can stretching provide?

Nerve roots in the spine are the key component of intervertebral disks.

Which is one outcome of good flexibility?

What is the most common site of back pain?

Numbness in the foot is a possible symptom of damaged intervertebral disks.

Poor flexibility may increase risk of injuries.

Which statement is true regarding an appropriate goal for flexibility?

What are the five regions of the spine?

Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

Principles of Physical Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

Muscular Strength and Endurance

Body Composition

Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program

Nutrition

Weight Management

Stress

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Substance Use and Misuse

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Environmental Health

Filters