Stretching and Flexibility Practice Exam

True

False

First thing in the morning

Before a cardio warm up

When the muscles are warm

You should never stretch tight muscles

Mentally prepares you for the work ahead

Improves blood flow

Reduces risk of injury

All of the above

Used as a pre workout stretch

Constantly moving your body through a full range of motion

Hold the stretch for 1 to 2 seconds

Hold the stretch for 10 to 20 seconds

Improves range of motion

Helps improve posture

Helps improve blood flow and circulation

All of the above

Biceps

Psoas

Rhomboids

Hamstrings

Obliques

Chest and Shoulders

Upper Back

Hips

Muscles that tighten and weaken

Muscles that create faulty movement patterns

Both A and B

None of the above

Strength

Flexibility

Endurance

Speed

Every time you stretch

As often as needed

Never push through pain

Every time your body is tight

Practice Exam

1. Slow twitch muscles are resistant to fatigue.

2. When is the best time to stretch?

3. What are some good reasons to stretch before a work out?

4. Which one describes static stretching?

5. Which are benefits of improved flexibility?

6. Which of these muscles are likely to weaken?

7. The 90/90 stretch is a good stretch or what body part?

8. What are tonic and phasic muscles?

9. What is one of the simplest forms of fitness to improve?

10. When should you push through pain?