Calisthenic Exercises

Calisthenics is the use of free weights as resistance.

• True

• False

One of the best benefits of performing calisthenics over weight lifting is that it is free.

• True

• False

Calisthenics help to burn fat, build muscle, and build strength simultaneously.

• True

• False

Newbie gains occur when someone is...

• a veteran in calisthenics

• just beginning calisthenics

When performing body squats, feet should placed be wider than shoulders.

• True

• False

During forward lunges, you want to extend the front of your knee beyond your toes.

• True

• False

What's the definition of Calisthenics? (Check all that apply)

• Primarily use one's own bodyweight

• Requires heavy weights

• Uses minimal to no equipment

• Exercises that can build strength, endurance, and flexibility for activities of daily living and other physical extracurricular activities

The stomach is a part of what portion of the human body?

• Upper

• Core

• Lower

• None

Which word means able to bend without breaking?

• physical

• flexible

• athlete

• rigid

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which word from the text means a slow run?

• athlete

• muscle

• jog

• sprint

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4