Flexibility Training Methods 1

Why is flexibility crucial for all sports?

• It improves strength

• It enhances speed

• It allows for a better range of motion

• It increases endurance

What impact does an excellent range of motion have on sports performance?

• It decreases performance

• It has no effect

• It negatively impacts performance

• It positively impacts performance

What does static active stretching involve?

• External force applied by a partner

• Internal force applied by the performer

• Use of a person or object to stretch

• No force applied

Which of the following is an example of an external force in static passive stretching?

• Breathing techniques

• Muscle contraction

• Gravity

• Visualization

How does static active stretching affect the muscles?

• It shortens them

• It relaxes them

• It lengthens them

• It contracts them

What is the main purpose of static stretching?

• To increase heart rate

• To warm up muscles and joints before exercise

• To improve cardiovascular endurance

• To build muscle strength

What are the two types of static stretching?

• Static and Dynamic

• Active and passive

• Isometric and isotonic

• Aerobic and anaerobic

Which type of stretching applies internal force to lengthen the muscle?

• Static Passive stretching

• Dynamic stretching

• Static Active stretching

• PNF

What is the primary goal of active stretching?

• To relax the muscles

• To apply internal force to lengthen the muscle

• To use a partner for assistance

• To increase heart rate

What does active stretching rely on?

• External objects

• Internal force

• Partner assistance

• Equipment