The hip flexor is predominantly a calf stretching exercise.
Some stretching exercise can be harmful, even if performed correctly.
What exercises should you perform if your goal is to improve flexibility of your chest and side muscles? A. hip flexor and side stretch B. shoulder stretch and chest and arm bends C. side stretch and chest and arm bends D. hamstring stretch and calf stretch Please select the best answer from the choices provided.
If sufficient rest is taken between workout activities targeting specific muscle groups, how many sessions of the same activity can safely be performed in a one-week period at the MOST?A.twoB.threeC.fourD.five
Which of the following is NOT a good exercise for the lower body?A.hip flexorB.spine stretchC.calf stretchD.hamstring stretch
Stretching before and after a workout allows for __________. A.minimal sorenessB.maintained flexibilityC.notation of increased flexibilityD.all of the above
Which of the following BEST describes balanced stretching?A.stretching many groups of muscles throughout the bodyB.targeting a specific muscle group for stretchingC.balancing on one hand or foot during stretching exercisesD.stretching without bouncing
When preparing to exercise, it's best to warm up your muscles before stretching. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.
Which of the following is NOT a dangerous stretch?A.arm circlesB.yoga plowC.hurdle stretchD.hip flexor
Why is the standing quadriceps stretch a better stretching exercise than the sitting quadriceps stretch?A.It stretches the quadriceps muscle further.B.It can also be performed while lying down.C.It exerts less force on the knees.D.It causes sideways torque on the knees.
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