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Exercise Myths and Misconceptions

Total questions: 7

Worksheet time: 4mins

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1.

identify the myth below

a)

Strength training will increase force production

b)

Strength training will help lower % of body fat

c)

Strength training will make you big and bulky

d)

Strength training will strengthen your ligaments and tendons

2.

Identify the myth

a)

We must eat mindfully if we are trying to lose weight

b)

Muscles turn to fat when you stop exercising

c)

There is no ideal time of day to exercise

d)

Men and women can train the same way

3.

Identify the myth below:

a)

Working out at high intensity will be better for lowering your percentage of body fat

b)

HIIT is a good way to lose weight and gain muscle

c)

Low intensity exercise such as walking is better for losing weight

d)

The more muscle you have the faster your metabolism becomes

4.

Identify the myth below:

a)

As long as you are working out you can eat what ever you like

b)

Men and women should train the same if their goals are the same

c)

We are not doomed to gain weight as we get older

d)

Getting at least 7 hours of sleep is recommended

5.

Identify the myth below:

a)

Percentage of body fat is what matters, not your actual body weight

b)

You must lose the weight before starting a strength training program

c)

Strength training will make your muscles, ligaments and tendons stronger

d)

There are no myths here

6.

The following are all principles of exercise. Check all that apply:

a)

Individuality

b)

Overload

c)

Genetics

d)

Specificity

e)

Reversibility

7.

Identify the myth below

a)

Genetics, hard work and proper nutrition will determine how muscular you get

b)

The greater the intensity and the more calories we burn the better our chances of lowering our percentage of body fat

c)

Men and women must train differently

d)

More muscle = Increased metabolism