Quiz 3: Ch.4 Exercise and Pregnancy

Question 1

The type of exercise that can safely be performed during pregnancy is dependent on

Answer 1

how physically fit the women is before pregnancy

Question 2

What type of exercise can take weight off the joints?

Answer 2

aquatics

Question 3

Women who are pregnant should

Answer 3

spend more time warming up and cooling down

Question 4

For pregnant women, the risk of falling increases with

Answer 4

change in center of gravity

Question 5

Limitations on exercise routines for pregnant women should be based on

Answer 5

maternal symptoms and perceptions of effort

Question 6

Fatigue can be prevented when strength training during pregnancy by:

Answer 6

decreasing resistance increasing repetitions

Question 7

Which of the following exercises will help to strengthen the abdominal and lower back muscles of women, a few days after childbirth?

Answer 7

kegels

Question 8

What is the maximum recommended amount of time for holding stretches for pregnant women?

Answer 8

20s

Question 9

Prior to beginning a postpartum fitness program, which of the following should be done?

Answer 9

check with physican

Question 10

What is the minimum amount of time that should be spent during the warm-up?

Answer 10

5m