COR 017 PRACTICE 4

The sit and reach test is a common measure of flexibility, and specifically measures the flexibility of what muscle groups?

• Biceps and Triceps

• Lower Back and Hamstring Stretch

• Deltoid and Calves

• Latissimus Dorsi and Chest

• Trapezius and Abdominals

As a Grade 11 student taking part in a fitness assessment that includes the Sit and Reach Test to measure flexibility, you achieve a reach of 22 centimeters. How would this score generally be evaluated in a standard fitness assessment?

• High Excellent

• Excellent

• Good

• Mean

Which of the following best defines cardiovascular endurance?

• The ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen to the body during sustained physical activity.

• The ability of the muscles to exert force during a single, maximal effort.

• The ability to stretch muscles and joints through their full range of motion.

• The amount of weight a person can lift during a strength training session.

• The ability of the muscles to endure repetitive exercises in a long period of time.

Swimming has been recommended for asthma and with certain heart conditions. Why is swimming often considered one of the best exercises for improving cardiovascular endurance?

• Swimming is a high-impact exercise that reduces stress on the body, making it easier for individuals with asthma to engage with.

• It improves lung capacity and is a unique advantage to other forms of exercise and fitness.

• The warm, humid air around swimming pool can help reduce the likelihood of asthma symptoms.

• It is due to the level of endurance that swimming requires.

• Swimming involves rhythmic breathing, which can help strengthen respiratory muscles and improve lung function over time.

Which of the following exercises or sports activity is most effective for improving cardiovascular endurance?

• Weight Lifting

• Jumping Rope

• Pilates

• Gymnastics

• Basketball

Emily is a 30-year-old woman who is 163 cm tall and weighs 70 kg. She calculates her Body Mass Index (BMI) and finds it to be around 26.3, which categorizes her as overweight. However, Emily is very athletic and has a high muscle mass. Based on this information, which of the following is the best conclusion Emily should draw about her BMI result?

• She should consider additional methods like body fat percentage or waist-to-hip ratio for a more accurate assessment.

• Emily's BMI accurately reflects her body fat percentage, and she should consider losing weight to fall into the 'normal' BMI category.

• Since Emily is athletic, her BMI is irrelevant, and she should ignore it completely.

• Emily should aim to lower her BMI immediately by reducing her calorie intake, regardless of her muscle mass.

• Emily must reduce food intake as well as water intake to lose more fats at a faster pace.