AO 5 fitness and testing Quiz

Define fitness:

• the ability to meet the demands of the physical environment.

• defined as a state of complete mental, physical and social well-being.

• the ability to control the body's position, either stationary or while moving.

• The ability to integrate hands and eyes so that effective movements are achieved.

What is cardio-vascular endurance?

• The heart's ability to deliver blood to working muscles and their ability to use it (e.g., running long distances)

• The ability to perform a series of explosive power movements in rapid succession in opposing directions

• A single muscle's ability to perform sustained work

• Muscles that can exert force by contracting against resistance

Which test do we use for aerobic fitness?

• Cooper run test

• Standing long jump

• Sit-ups on test

• Standing stork test

How many minutes does the running aerobic test last for?

• 12 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 14 minutes

• 8 minutes

We measure fitness for many reasons. Which one of the following reasons is NOT correct?

• To help injuries develop.

• To compare to other pupils and to measure improvement.

• Indicate weaknesses

• Motivate the athlete

Can you define muscular endurance?

• The ability to use voluntary muscles many times without becoming tired.

• The range of movement possible at a joint.

• The ability to exercise the whole body for long periods of time and is sometimes called stamina.

• How quickly an individual can move over a small distance.

What happens to your heart rate when we exercise?

• It gets faster.

• It slows down

• It stays the same

Which one of the following is NOT an effect of exercising?

• Getting cold.

• Sweating of the face.

• Redness.

• Feeling tired.

What is the average distance ran during the aerobic test for a male aged 13-14?

• 2200-2399m

• 2100-2199m

• 2300-2499m

• 2400-2700m

What would happen to the distance ran if we completed this test once per week for 8 weeks?

• The distance should increase

• The distance will stay the same

• The distance will get shorter

• The Time will get shorter