R180 Sports Injuries Topic Area 2

Which exercise is an example of pulse raising in a warm up?

• Hamstring stretches

• Quadriceps stretches

• Hip circles

• Jogging

What is the benefit of a warm up in preparing the body for physical activity?

• Decreased anxiety levels

• Removes lactic acid

• Increases the speed of muscle contractions

• Gradually lowers the heart rate

Which exercise is an example of dynamic stretching in a warm up?

• Lunges

• Light jogging

• Open the gates

• Maintenance stretches

Which exercise is an example of pulse lowering in a cool down?

• High kicks

• Groin walk

• Light jogging

• Quadriceps stretches

What is the benefit of a cool down in reducing the risk of delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS)?

• Removes lactic acid

• Helps prevent blood pooling

• Gradually lowers the body temperature

• Gradually lowers the heart rate

Which exercise is an example of stretching in a cool down?

• Hamstring stretches

• Passing

• Lunges

• Heel flicks

What is not physical benefit of a warm up?

• Increases the speed of muscle contractions

• Decreases the heart rate

• Prepare the body for physical activity

• Increases the pliability of ligaments and tendons

Which exercise is an example of mobility in a warm up?

• Arm swings

• Light jogging

• Groin walk

• High kicks