Fitness Concepts: A Comprehensive Guide for Fourth Graders

Question 1

How does body composition, which refers to the ratio of fat, muscle, and bone in a person's body, influence their health and fitness performance?

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A balanced body composition with appropriate levels of fat, muscle, and bone supports optimal health and fitness.

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A higher percentage of body fat improves cardiovascular health.

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A higher percentage of muscle mass enhances flexibility.

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Body composition has no impact on fitness performance.

Question 2

Which exercise helps improve the range of motion in your shoulders?

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Shoulder rolls

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Hamstring stretch

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Triceps stretch

Question 3

How can limited flexibility impact our everyday lives?

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It can make it hard to reach for things on high shelves.

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It can make it uncomfortable to sit for long periods.

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It can affect how we walk or run.

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It only affects people who play sports or dance.

Question 4

What are some ways physical activity can improve your mental health?

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Reduces stress and anxiety

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Improves sleep

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Boosts energy levels

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Has no effect on mental health

Question 5

What is a benefit of regular physical activity?

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Improved overall fitness

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Increased risk of injuries

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Reduced energy levels

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Negative impact on mood

Question 6

What happens to your heart when you exercise regularly?

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It beats faster and pumps more blood with each beat.

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It gets smaller and weaker.

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It stops beating for a short time after each exercise session.

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It only pumps blood to the lungs.

Question 7

How can we incorporate different fitness components, like heart health, muscle strength, and flexibility, into our daily lives to stay healthy and active?

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By making small changes to our daily routines, like taking the stairs instead of the elevator or walking instead of driving for short distances.

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Only by playing sports or going to the gym.

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Only by following a strict diet and never eating our favorite foods.

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Only by focusing on one part of fitness, like running.

Question 8

How can we make sure everyone feels welcome and able to participate in fitness activities?

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Offer a variety of fitness activities that appeal to different interests and abilities.

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Require everyone to participate in the same fitness activities, regardless of their fitness level.

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Limit fitness activities to only the most physically fit individuals.

Question 9

Why is it important to warm up before exercising and cool down afterward? Give examples of exercises for each.

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Warming up prepares your body for exercise by raising your body temperature and getting your muscles ready to work. Cooling down helps your body recover from exercise by lowering your heart rate and blood pressure, and preventing muscle soreness.

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Warming up and cooling down are only important for professional athletes.

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Cooling down is not necessary if you don't sweat a lot during exercise.

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You should only warm up for a couple of minutes before exercising.

Question 10

Regular physical activity offers numerous benefits. Which of these is NOT an advantage of regular physical activity?

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Worse thinking skills and lower grades in school

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Improved physical health, like better heart health and stronger muscles

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Reduced stress and improved mood due to the release of endorphins

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More chances to connect with others and feel part of a community

Question 11

How does a balanced diet contribute to fitness?

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Provides energy for exercise and aids muscle recovery

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Helps with weight loss

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Only essential for athletes

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Can be fully replaced by supplements

Question 12

How does flexibility contribute to your physical fitness?

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It reduces the risk of injuries.

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It strengthens muscles.

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It enhances heart and lung function.

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It aids in weight loss.

Question 13

What is one benefit of having strong muscles?

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Improved balance

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Increased risk of injury

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Reduced flexibility

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Decreased endurance

Question 14

Regular exercise can help improve both mood and reduce stress.

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True

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False

Question 15

Which of the following is a healthy way to improve your fitness?

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Setting realistic goals

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Exercising too much, too soon

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Skipping meals before exercising

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Using performance-enhancing drugs

Question 16

What is the most important thing to consider when setting fitness goals?

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Your current fitness level

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Your age

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Your friends' goals

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How fast you want to see results

Question 17

Stretching can help prevent muscle injuries.

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True

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False

Question 18

Which of these is **not** a part of being physically fit?

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Smartness

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Cardio endurance

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Muscle strength

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Flexibility

Question 19

Which exercise is best for building muscle strength?

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Push-ups

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Jumping jacks

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Sit-ups

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Stretching

Question 20

What does a healthy body composition look like?

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A good amount of both body fat and muscle

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Very little body fat

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Very little muscle

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A lot of extra weight

Question 21

What is the difference between exercising aerobically and anaerobically?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not

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Anaerobic exercise lasts longer than aerobic exercise

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Aerobic exercise is more intense than anaerobic exercise

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They are the same thing

Question 22

How often should I work out to get fitter?

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Three or more times a week

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Once a week

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Twice a week

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As much as you can

Question 23

Which of these describes the ability of your body to get back to its original shape after being stretched?

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Flexibility

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Body composition

Question 24

Which type of exercise keeps you moving repeatedly over a longer time, like running or cycling?

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Body composition

Question 25

What do we usually use to measure how much of our body is made up of fat and muscle?

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Percentage

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Inches

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Pounds

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Degrees

Question 26

Which of these activities helps you build the most strength in your muscles?

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Push-ups

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Cycling

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Stretching

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Running

Question 27

True or False: Stretching exercises can help you move your body through a wider range of motion.

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True

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False

Question 28

Which of these is NOT a part of being fit?

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Balance

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

Question 29

What do we often use the sit-and-reach test to measure?

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Flexibility

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Body composition

Question 30

True or False: You should always do some stretching before exercising.

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True

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False

Question 31

Which of these fitness components helps you produce the most power or force?

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Muscular strength

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Flexibility

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Body composition

Question 32

Which physical activity is best for improving your heart and lungs, muscles, and flexibility all at the same time?

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Swimming

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Running

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Yoga

Question 33

What is the term for the amount of fat in your body compared to other parts, like muscle and bone?

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Body fat percentage

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Body mass index (BMI)

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Muscle mass

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Hydration level

Question 34

When setting a SMART fitness goal, which of these should you avoid?

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Setting a goal that is too challenging

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Making your goal specific

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Finding a way to track your progress

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Setting a deadline for achieving your goal

Question 35

What is a benefit of being active?

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It releases endorphins that make you feel happier and less stressed.

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It gives you more time to spend with friends.

Question 36

How does regular physical activity benefit your brain?

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Enhances memory, focus, and decision-making

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Boosts energy and improves sleep

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Strengthens bones and muscles

Question 37

When you feel like you're not making progress in your fitness, what's a smart thing to do?

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Try a different workout plan.

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Stop exercising for a bit.

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Eat unhealthy foods.

Question 38

How does nutrition support different fitness goals, like running longer or building strength?

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Carbohydrates help us run longer.

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Protein helps us build strength.

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Nutrition has no impact on fitness goals.

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All healthy foods benefit all fitness goals equally.

Question 39

Why is it important to include a variety of physical activities in your fitness routine?

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It helps improve different parts of your body and makes workouts more enjoyable.

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It's only needed for athletes who want to be the best in a particular sport.

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It's not as effective as focusing on just one type of exercise.

Question 40

How can we make fitness programs inclusive for people with disabilities or health conditions?

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Change exercises so everyone can participate, even with challenges.

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Only have activities that are easy for everyone.

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Don't allow people with disabilities or health conditions to participate.

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Use the same fitness program for everyone, regardless of abilities.

Question 41

Which of these is NOT a reason that can help someone stick to an exercise plan and stay motivated?

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The weather

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Setting goals

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Believing you can do the exercise

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Getting help from friends or family

Question 42

How does exercise help our brains learn and think better?

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It boosts blood flow to the brain.

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It makes us feel sleepy and less focused.

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It makes it harder to pay attention.

Question 43

How can we make sure everyone can participate and enjoy physical activities?

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Offer different activities and ways to do them so everyone can join in.

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Have everyone do the same exercises.

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Only let the most athletic people participate.

Question 44

What is the term for the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in the external environment?

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Homeostasis

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Adaptation

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Flexibility

Question 45

Which of these activities helps to improve muscular strength?

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Lifting weights

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Running

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Doing yoga

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Swimming

Question 46

What is body composition?

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The amount of fat and muscle in your body.

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How much energy you have.

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How flexible you are.

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How strong you are.

Question 47

Which of the following is a good source of protein for building muscle?

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Chicken

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Bread

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Pasta

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Fruit

Question 48

What is the most important way to prevent injuries during exercise?

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Warm up before exercising and cool down afterwards.

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Exercise as much as possible.

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Push yourself very hard during exercise.

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Ignore any pain you feel while exercising.

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a part of being physically fit?

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Intelligence

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Cardio endurance

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Muscle strength

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Flexibility

Question 50

Which activity can help you improve your cardio endurance?

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Running

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Lifting weights

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Stretching

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Playing video games

Question 51

What is muscle strength?

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How hard your muscles can work

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How well you can bend and move your body

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How well your body pumps blood

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How much fat is on your body

Question 52

Which of these exercises is good for increasing flexibility?

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Touching your toes

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Doing push-ups

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Running sprints

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Riding a bike

Question 53

Which of the following foods has lots of protein?

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Chicken

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Fruit

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Candy

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Soda

Question 54

What is a good thing about being physically active?

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It can make you feel happier

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It can make you get hurt easier

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It can lower your self-esteem

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It can make it harder to sleep

Question 55

What is a sign that you have a healthy heart?

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Your heart beats slowly when you're resting

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You have high cholesterol

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You get out of breath easily

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Your muscles often cramp up

Question 56

Which of these activities is NOT a weight-bearing exercise?

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Swimming

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Walking

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Dancing

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Jogging

Question 57

What's a great reason to use a fitness tracker?

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Helps you see how you're doing

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Can be expensive

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Might not always be right

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Needs to be checked often

Question 58

In fitness, which action is considered unethical?

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Using performance-enhancing substances

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Respecting others' space

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Playing fair in group activities

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Listening to your body and resting

Question 59

How does flexibility benefit an active and healthy lifestyle?

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Enhanced balance and coordination

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Increased muscle strength

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Elevated heart rate

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Improved digestion

Question 60

Why is it important to warm up before exercising?

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To prepare our bodies for exercise and prevent injuries

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To get tired before we start exercising

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To avoid doing actual exercise

Question 61

How does exercise make you feel better?

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It releases hormones that make you happier.

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It improves blood flow to your brain, helping you think more clearly.

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It's the only way to get rid of stress and anxiety.

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It makes your brain bigger and stronger.

Question 62

How does eating healthy food contribute to staying fit?

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It provides energy for movement and play.

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It weakens muscles, causing soreness.

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It has no impact on fitness.

Question 63

Which of the following is a good way to improve cardiovascular endurance, the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the body during exercise?

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Running

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Lifting weights

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Stretching

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Yoga

Question 64

Which type of flexibility exercise involves holding a stretch for an extended period, typically 15-30 seconds?

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Static stretching

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Dynamic stretching

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Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)

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Ballistic stretching