Midterm Test Flashcards
Can you change the number in the 10% rule if you feel pain from your workout?
Yes, if you feel pain from your workout you can increase a variable by 5% instead of 10%
True or False: If you stretch after your workout you are less likely to suffer injuries.
True
What two things should you do when exercising on a step climber?
- Lean slightly forward
2. Use lower body to work pedals
What are two treatments for frostbitten skin?
- Apply indirect heat. 2. Don’t rub skin.
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate
Does the RICE method treat major or minor injuries?
minor injuries
Can the RICE method lesson injury complications?
Yes
What are three things you should not do when stretching muscles?
- Bounce during stretch
- Hold breath during stretch
- Hold breath between stretches
Which two things could cause DOMS?
- Sudden increase of exercise weight
2. Sudden increase of exercise intensity
To avoid heat exhaustion you should drink fluids ___, ___, and ___ your workout.
before, during, and after
True or False: Aerobic exercise only uses the small muscle groups.
False
How many hours should you schedule in between strength training sessions? A. 48 - 72 B. 12 - 24 C. 36 - 48 D. 24 - 48
D. 24 - 48 hours
If you don’t train opposing muscle groups, what could happen?
You will create imbalances that will lead to injuries.
Can a sprain occur while walking?
Yes
True or False: Stretching before and after exercise and performing high-impact exercise before low-impact exercise will help prevent walking injuries.
False: Stretching before and after exercise is always good but DO NOT perform high impact exercise before low-impact exercise.
What is your picture for sedentary?
Someone sitting a lot and exercising little to never.
True or False: The more muscle a person has, the slower his metabolism runs.
False
The more muscle a person has the faster his metabolism runs.
What is your picture for aerobic capacity?
You body’s ability to use oxygen during exercise.
When you just start an exercise program should you aim for the lower or higher end of the target heart rate?
Lower end of the target heart rate, which is 60%
What does BMI - or Body Mass Index- calculate?
The body mass index takes a person’s height and weight and determines if your weight is healthy or not.
True or False: You don’t need to drink as much water when exercising in cold weather.
False
Are your postures different when running than walking?
No
Choose the right words to complete sentence. In order to weight train for strength, use light/heavy weights with high/low reps.
In order to weight train for strength, use heavy weights with low reps.
