Beginning An Exercise Program Answers

Which of these medical exams most thoroughly evaluates a person's ability to participate in exercise?A.PAR-QB.exercise stress testC.medical evaluationD.medical screening

During a medical evaluation, the doctor can __________.A.help establish guidelines for physical activityB.assess the risks of an exercise programC.help choose safe physical activitiesD.all of the above

Rubber suits are instrumental for increasing weight loss during an exercise program.

Braces are important because they __________.A.protect you from impactsB.provide support for a weakened jointC.apply pressure to cuts and scrapesD.keep your joints cool and comfortable

Pads are used in athletic activities to __________.A.reduce impacts during collisionsB.protect joints, muscles, and bones from damageC.prevent injuries on hard surfaces like concrete and gravelD.all of the above

Wicking is important for exercise clothing because it __________.A.helps to remove sweat from the bodyB.reduces friction against the skinC.allows clothes to easily move with the bodyD.prevents static buildup

During a medical screening, lung capacity testing is a standard procedure.

Exercise equipment compensates for acting irresponsibly and disregarding the rules of a physical activity.

If you have high arches, __________.A.your feet roll inward when runningB.you require shoes with more stabilityC.you need shoes with more cushioning and flexibilityD.you should not wear running shoes

Millions of children are treated each year for sports-related injuries.