Physical Fitness Quiz

Cardiovascular endurance relates to a strong heart and healthy lungs, which allows the body to exercise for long periods of time. Which physical fitness test measures cardiovascular endurance?

• Pacer Test

• Sit & Reach Test

• Curl-Up Test

• Push-Up Test

The ability to move/use your joints through a full range of motion is called:

• Strength

• Balance

• Coordination

• Flexibility

Your target heart rate is:

• 1. the number of times your heart beats per minute after activity

• the number of times your heart beats per minute prior to activity

• the rate at which the heart beat will eventually return to normal after periods of strenuous activity

• the heart rate which should be reached for optimal benefits during exercise

For an individual who regularly works out, their target heart rate should be approximately ________ of their max heart rate.

• 1. 30% - 50%

• 1. 80% - 100%

• 1. 60% - 80%

• 10% - 50%

All of the following are examples of anaerobic exercises EXCEPT:

• 1. 40 yard dash

• 1. Vertical Jump

• 1. Distance running

• Bench Press

All of the following are examples of fat burning exercises EXCEPT:

• 1. Weight Lifting

• 1. Meditation

• 1. Basketball

• Circuit Training

Aerobic exercise is any exercise that raises the heart rate and increases respiration (breathing). Which of the following is NOT considered an aerobic activity?

• 1. Swimming

• 1. running long distance

• 1. weight training with heavy weights

• walking at a pace within your target heart rate zone

Participation in full court competitive basketball requires:

• 1. good cardiovascular fitness

• 1. above average flexibility 

• 1. extremely strong muscles

• high percentage of body fat composition 

To avoid injury during an exercise or activity period, you should:

• 1. warm-up prior to the activity 

• 1. go right into activity 

• 1. cool down 

• none of the above

Regular and effective exercise can:

• 1. lead to better weight control 

• 1. improve your heart and make you feel better

• 1. reduce stress 

• all of the above