True or False
True or false
Stretching increases blood flow to your muscles and joints
True
Before working out, you should do this.
What is warm-up or stretch?
Exercise helps you relieve this.
Stress and intense emotions
Does exercising cause the brain to physically grow?
Yes!
Exercising releases a protein called the Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor causing growth in the hippocampus
True or False
Warming up can help prevent injuries
True
Walking in water puts ________ against you as you walk, which helps you build muscle
What is Resistance ?
Exercising regularly can lower blood ___ and reduce strain on your heart
Pressure
Do you keep burning calories after you finish exercising?
Yes! The "afterburn effect" works to restore oxygen levels to your muscle causing calories to continue burning
True or False
Exercising does NOT release chemicals that reduce stress
False
Releases endorphins
Everyday, especially while working out you should constantly have this nutrient.
What is water?
Exercising on a regular basis helps you get regular ____, something that we all need to function properly.
Sleep
_____ reduces the risk of premature death and supports positive mental heath and healthy aging.
Physical Activity.
True or False
Exercising can release small body aches and headaches
Endorphins can act as a natural painkiller
What nutrient does your body need to build muscle?
What is protein?
Exercising releases ____ that can lessen anxiety and feelings of stress
Endorphins
Does exercising clean out damaged cells from the body?
Yes!
Exercise triggers autophagy, the body's internal recycling program
True or False
People with high blood pressure should NOT engage in physical activities
False
Exercising can help reduce high blood pressure
What exercises do you engage in that challenge your heart, lungs, and blood vessels?
What is cardio?
This refers to your body’s ability to move muscles and joints through their full, natural range of motion
Mobility
Is working out in the evening more beneficial for sleep?
No!
Exercising in the morning maximizes sleep quality by anchoring your circadian rhythm and boosting nighttime melatonin production