Flexibility is not important when performing daily tasks.
Muscle mass can affect a person's flexibility.
Which of the following BEST represents the causes of stiff muscles?A.Stiff muscles only result from overwork.B.Stiff muscles only result from prolonged periods of inactivity.C.Stiff muscles result from both over- and underworking them.D.Stiff muscles are mostly the result of painful injuries.
Based upon body type, which of the following athletes would you expect to have the least flexibility?A.a gymnastB.a ballerinaC.a bodybuilderD.a cyclist
Flexibility is the capacity to move a joint through its full range of motion.
How can poor posture result in back pain?A.Bad posture can result in tight muscles.B.Bad posture hyperextends the spinal column.C.Bad posture increases back flexibility.D.Bad posture reduces stress on joints and tendons.
Which of the following is NOT an example of good static flexibility?A.doing and holding a splitB.running a mile in six minutesC.holding a ballet position for six minutesD.crossing your ankles behind your head
Which of the following would you expect a woman to be able to do if she was known to have excellent static flexibility?A.hold a difficult ballet poseB.throw a ball quicklyC.perform swift, complicated motionsD.perform a perfect golf swing
Poor flexibility can result in __________.A.poor mobilityB.injuriesC.painD.all of the above
Flexibility training can enhance enjoyment of activities by making it easier to __________.A.understand activitiesB.maintain good posture C.tire the musclesD.perform activities
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