Flexibility & Stretching

Flexibility increases muscle length and improves posture.

• True

• False

Name the muscle(s) that this stretch works on.

• Hamstrings

• Lower back

• Calves

• Shoulders

Flexibility is one of the 5 major physical fitness components.

• True

• False

Which of the following stretches target your shoulders?

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Where are the hamstring muscles located?

• The back of the upper thigh

• The front of the upper thigh

Where are the quadriceps muscles located?

• Upper front of thigh

• Upper back of thigh

• Lower leg

• Upper back

How often should you exercise?

• 60 minutes per week

• 60 minutes per month

• 60 minutes per day

• 60 minutes per year

A proper warm-up should do the following:

• Warm up the blood flow

• Increase ability for stretching/flexibility routine

• Decrease injury

• Prepare athlete/player for practice

• All of the above

To modify means:

• To finish the activity

• To change or amend the activity to fit your needs, safely.

Can you perform stretches standing up, as well in a seated position?

• Yes

• No