Fitness Matters: The Importance of Physical Activity for Sixth Graders

Question 1

Which type of physical activity helps build muscle strength?

Accepted Answer

Strength training

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Aerobic exercise

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Flexibility exercises

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Balance exercises

Question 2

How does regular physical activity specifically benefit your heart and circulatory system?

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Lowers blood pressure

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Reduces risk of heart disease

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Raises cholesterol levels

Question 3

John is not physically active and is out of shape. He gets out of breath easily and has trouble walking up stairs. He is also tired at work. What is a possible benefit of John exercising regularly?

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If John exercised regularly, he could improve his health and energy levels.

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John's lack of fitness is not a problem.

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John's tiredness is not related to his lack of fitness.

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John should avoid physical activity to prevent injuries.

Question 4

What is the term used to describe the ratio of body fat to lean muscle?

Accepted Answer

Body composition

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Height and weight

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Fitness level

Question 5

How does regular physical activity help lower the chances of getting long-term illnesses like heart disease and stroke?

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Improves heart health, like blood flow and blood pressure

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Makes bones and muscles stronger

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Gives more energy and makes you less tired

Question 6

Is it safe to exercise when you're sick?

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No

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Yes

Question 7

Which activity is the most effective way to improve your ability to exercise for longer periods without getting tired?

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Activities that involve continuous movement and make your heart pump faster

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Lifting weights

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Stretching

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Playing video games

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an example of cardiovascular exercise?

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Weightlifting

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Walking

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 9

How does physical activity contribute to weight management?

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It burns calories

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It increases muscle mass

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It decreases appetite

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It has no impact on weight management

Question 10

What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not.

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Anaerobic exercise is longer in duration than aerobic exercise.

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Both aerobic and anaerobic exercise build muscle mass.

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Aerobic exercise is only beneficial for cardiovascular health.

Question 11

How much moderate-intensity physical activity should children do each day?

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At least 60 minutes

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At least 120 minutes

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At least 180 minutes

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Once or twice a week

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a component of fitness?

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Intelligence

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Cardio fitness

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Muscle strength

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Flexibility

Question 13

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not.

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Anaerobic exercise uses oxygen, while aerobic exercise does not.

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They are the same type of exercise.

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Aerobic exercise is more intense than anaerobic exercise.

Question 14

Regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining good health. Which of the following is a potential health benefit of physical activity?

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Improved sleep quality

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Increased risk of heart disease

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Weakened immune system

Question 15

Which of these is **not** a benefit of regular physical activity?

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Worse sleep quality

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Stronger heart and lungs

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Increased muscle strength and flexibility

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Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of a cardiovascular exercise?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Lifting weights

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Yoga

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Pilates

Question 17

How can we measure the intensity of a physical activity?

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By checking our heart rate and perceived exertion

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By measuring distance and speed

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By counting weight and repetitions

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By tracking time and distance

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a benefit of regular physical activity?

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Increased risk of injury

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Improved heart health

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Increased flexibility

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Weight management

Question 19

How much physical activity is recommended for children each day?

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At least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity activity

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At least 1 hour of vigorous-intensity activity

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As much activity as possible

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Only on weekends

Question 20

What is the key difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not.

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Anaerobic exercise is more intense than aerobic exercise.

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Aerobic exercise is less effective for weight loss than anaerobic exercise.

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Aerobic exercise is only done on cardio machines.

Question 21

Which of the following is **NOT** a benefit of regular physical activity?

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Lowered mood

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Reduced risk of chronic diseases

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Increased flexibility

Question 22

Which of the following measures how long you can exert yourself?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Body composition

Question 23

What is the term for the range of motion around a joint?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility

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Coordination

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Balance

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Agility

Question 24

Which of the following is an example of a dynamic stretch?

Accepted Answer

Walking lunges

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Holding a stretch for 30 seconds

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Touching your toes while standing

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Sitting in the butterfly position

Question 25

Which of these is a healthy eating habit for active children?

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Eating fruits and vegetables

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Drinking sugary drinks before exercise

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Skipping meals

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Eating high-fat foods

Question 26

What is the best way to set fitness goals?

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Make them SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound)

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Make them as hard as possible

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Don't set any goals

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Make them impossible to achieve

Question 27

Regular physical activity can provide many benefits. Which of these is NOT a benefit of regular physical activity?

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Increased risk of some diseases

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Improved heart health

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Increased flexibility

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Reduced stress levels

Question 28

Which of these activities is an example of aerobic activity?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Weightlifting

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Yoga

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Pilates

Question 29

What is the main function of the heart during exercise?

Accepted Answer

To pump blood throughout the body

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To regulate body temperature

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To provide energy for muscles

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To protect the brain

Question 30

What is the difference between cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength?

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Cardiovascular endurance is the ability to do activities for a long time, while muscular strength is the ability to push or pull against resistance.

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Muscular strength is the ability to do activities for a long time, while cardiovascular endurance is the ability to push or pull against resistance.

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Cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength are the same thing.

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Cardiovascular endurance is only important for athletes, while muscular strength is important for everyone.

Question 31

When faced with obstacles like a busy schedule or lack of motivation that make it difficult to stay active, which strategy can be helpful to overcome these challenges?

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Set achievable goals

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Constantly think about the obstacles

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Avoid physical activity altogether

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Give up quickly

Question 32

How can we best support individuals with physical limitations in incorporating physical activity into their lives?

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Offer modified exercises or alternative activities that meet their needs

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Suggest activities that require a lot of movement and effort

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Ignore their limitations and encourage them to push themselves

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Focus on competitive activities to motivate them

Question 33

In what ways does fitness contribute to our overall health and well-being?

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Fitness benefits our physical, mental, and social health and well-being.

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Fitness only improves our physical health.

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Fitness helps our physical and mental health, but not our social well-being.

Question 34

Besides traditional gym or sports activities, how can people make physical activity a part of their daily routine?

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Use stairs instead of elevators

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Engage in household tasks like vacuuming or yard work

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Walk or bike to nearby places instead of driving

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Attend only structured fitness classes at the gym

Question 35

How can technology help you stay fit?

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Track your progress.

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Make exercise more fun.

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Connect you with others who like to exercise.

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Take the place of traditional exercise.

Question 36

What is one benefit of being physically active?

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It makes your heart healthier.

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It makes you less flexible.

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It makes you tired more often.

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It makes your bones weaker.

Question 37

How does being active help you live a healthier life?

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It can help you avoid getting some serious illnesses.

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It makes you feel less confident about yourself.

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It makes it harder to sleep well.

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It makes you want to eat more sugary foods.

Question 38

Which type of exercise is best for making your heart and lungs stronger?

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Aerobic exercises, like running or swimming

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Flexibility exercises, like stretching

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Isometric exercises, like holding a plank

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Anaerobic exercises, like weightlifting

Question 39

Which of these is NOT a part of being physically fit?

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How fast you can react to something

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How flexible your body is

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How well your heart and lungs work together

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How strong your muscles are

Question 40

Why is it important to set goals you can actually reach when you're getting fit?

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It helps you stay motivated and feel good about yourself.

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It makes the workout easier.

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It helps you lose weight quickly.

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It helps you impress your friends.

Question 41

How does eating healthy foods help you get fit?

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It gives you energy, helps your body recover after exercise, and helps your muscles grow.

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It means you don't need to exercise.

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It means you don't need to sleep as much.

Question 42

How can being active help you feel better mentally?

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It helps reduce stress, makes you feel happier, and makes you feel better about yourself.

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It makes you feel more anxious.

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It makes it harder to think clearly.

Question 43

Which of these is a sign that you're exercising too much?

Accepted Answer

Your muscles hurt all the time.

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You sleep better.

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You can focus better.

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You get hungry more often.

Question 44

What are some ways to make exercising more fun?

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Do activities you enjoy, try different things, and set goals that are realistic.

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Try to beat your friends at exercise.

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Force yourself to exercise even if you don't like it.

Question 45

What is the best way to make sure you get enough exercise?

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Find ways to move your body throughout the day.

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Only exercise at the gym.

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Only exercise on the weekends.

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Avoid doing things that involve movement.

Question 46

Which of these is a benefit of regular physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Stronger muscles and bones

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Having trouble sleeping

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Feeling tired more often

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Increased risk of getting sick

Question 47

Doctors say kids and teens should get at least how much physical activity each day?

Accepted Answer

60 minutes

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30 minutes

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15 minutes

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120 minutes

Question 48

Why is it important to warm up before exercising?

Accepted Answer

To get your body ready and prevent injuries

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To improve your speed

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To cool down after exercising

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To become more flexible

Question 49

What is a sign that you might not be drinking enough water?

Accepted Answer

Your pee is dark yellow

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You feel less thirsty

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You go to the bathroom a lot

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Your pee is clear

Question 50

How can you stay active during the winter?

Accepted Answer

Exercise inside or wear layers outside

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Don't exercise at all

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Only exercise on sunny days

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Sleep more to save energy

Question 51

Which one of these helps you stay balanced and coordinated?

Accepted Answer

Agility

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Endurance

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Strength

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Flexibility

Question 52

What does a personal trainer do?

Accepted Answer

Helps you exercise safely and reach your goals

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Only trains professional athletes

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Tells you what to do and then leaves

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Decides what you will eat every day