Types of Exercise
Which type of aerobic exercise burns the most calories? A) jump roping B) running C) cycling D) swimming
B) running
How many calories do you need to burn to lose a pound of fat? A) 35 B) 350 C) 3,500 D) 35,000
C) 3,500 calories
Exercise helps you relieve this. A) farts B) stress C) sweat D) appetite
B) stress
TRUE OR FALSE. Strength training such as lifting weights will result in a bulky appearance.
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE. Muscle weights more then fat?
TRUE. In simple terms, a pound of muscle weighs the same as a pound of fat. The difference is that muscle is much more dense than body fat. Therefore, a pound of muscle will take up much less room in your body than a pound of fat.
1 liter of muscle weights 2.3 lbs., while 1 liter of fat weighs 1.98 lbs.
Stretching exercises help you build this. A) stamina B) endurance C) flexibility D) muscles
C) flexibility
This type of exercise burns the most calories and gets your heart rate up. A) aerobic B) pilates C) yoga D) meditation
A) aerobic
Exercise helps protect your bones from this. A) getting bigger B) muscular dystrophy C) osteoporosis D) breaking
C) osteoporosis
TRUE OR FALSE. You should warm up before exercising.
TRUE. Warming up helps prepare your body for aerobic activity. A warmup gradually revs up your cardiovascular system by raising your body temperature and increasing blood flow to your muscles. Warming up may also help reduce muscle soreness and lessen your risk of injury.
TRUE OR FALSE. Music improves workout performance
TRUE. Listening to music while exercising can improve work out performance by 15%.
The benefits of strength training include which of the following? A) more muscle B) higher calorie burn C) stronger bones and joints D) better endurance E) reduced risk of injury during another workout F) all of the above
F) all of the above
As a general goal, how long should you aim to do moderate physical activity every day? A) 15 minutes B) 30 minutes C) 45 minutes D) 60 minutes
B) 30 minutes
Exercising helps this system which includes your heart, blood vessels and blood. A) cardiovascular system B) skeletal system C) muscular system D) lymphatic system
A) cardiovascular system
TRUE OR FALSE. Working out worsens your sleep.
FALSE. If you are someone who has trouble sleeping or staying asleep, then working out is your answer. Exercise helps to clear your head and helps you feel relaxed.
TRUE OR FALSE. Working out worsens your memory.
FALSE. Exercising increases the production of cells that are responsible for learning and memory
What kind of exercise involves strengthening the muscles that help keep you upright, including your legs and core and can improve stability and help prevent falls? A) aerobic B) strength C) balance training D) endurance
C) balance training
How much water a day should you drink to maintain an ideal weight and for weight loss? A) around 10 B) around 60 C) around 200 D) around 500
B) around 60
Exercise helps you prevent this type of blood pressure. A) low B) fast C) slow D) high
D) high
TRUE OR FALSE. You should "cool down" after you have completed your workout.
TRUE. "Cooling down" after your workout allows for a gradual recovery of pre exercise heart rate and blood pressure. Cooling down may be most important for competitive endurance athletes, such as marathoners, because it helps regulate blood flow.
TRUE OR FALSE. When you exercise regularly, you lessen your chances of getting sick.
TRUE. Exercising regularly helps boost your immune system. This means you’ll get sick less often than people who don’t exercise.
TRUR OR FALSE. Endurance activity keeps your heart, lungs and circulatory system healthy and improves your overall fitness. As a result, people who get the recommended regular physical activity can reduce the risk of many diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
TRUE.
How many calories a day should a young adult eat? A) 20 B) 150 C) 600 D) 2,000
D) 2,000
Exercise helps you feel less of this A) stress B) anxiety C) depression D) all of the above
D) all of the above
TRUE OR FALSE. Working out boosts brainpower.
TRUE. Exercise increases energy levels and increases serotonin in the brain, which leads to improved mental clarity. So, not only does exercise improve your body, it helps your mental function as well.
How many hours per week does the average american teenager spends in front of the television? A) 10 B) 20 C) 30 D) 40
C) 30