Factors Influencing Flexibility

Question 1

As a general rule, women __________.A.are more flexible than menB.are less flexible than menC.are as flexible than menD.are flexible in different ways than men

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A

Question 2

Poor flexibility may be caused by __________.A.muscle tightnessB.muscle loosenessC.youthD.high levels of fitness

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A

Question 3

How can stiff and tight muscles result in back pain?

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Stiff and tight muscles can pull the pelvis and spine out of proper alignment, limit normal movement, and place extra strain on the back muscles and joints, which can result in back pain.

Question 4

Compare and contrast static and dynamic flexibility.

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Static flexibility is the ability to hold a stretch or position without moving. Dynamic flexibility is the ability to move a joint through its range of motion during active movement. Both describe range of motion, but static flexibility is measured while still and dynamic flexibility while moving.

Question 5

Why do activities like yoga, ballet, and gymnastics require better than normal flexibility?

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Yoga, ballet, and gymnastics require better-than-normal flexibility because they involve large ranges of motion, extended body positions, and controlled movements that ordinary daily activities usually do not require.

Question 6

Explain how poor flexibility can make daily tasks more difficult.

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Poor flexibility limits a person's range of motion, making everyday tasks such as bending, reaching, lifting, dressing, or climbing stairs more difficult and sometimes painful.

Question 7

Why are muscle and fat levels the only factors influencing flexibility impacted by personal decisions?A.Muscle and fat levels are mostly determined by heredity.B.Age, gender, and joint structure cannot be changed.C.Personal decisions have significant impacts on age and gender.D.Flexibility is not dependent upon muscle and fat levels.

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B

Question 8

What comes together at a joint?A.an arc of movementB.flexible tissueC.two bonesD.skin and hair

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C

Question 9

Explain why regular exercise is the best way to prevent flexibility issues.

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Regular exercise helps maintain flexibility by moving the joints through their ranges of motion, reducing muscle tightness, and keeping the muscles strong enough to support normal movement.

Question 10

Bad posture can result in __________.A.neck painB.back painC.muscle tightnessD.all of the above

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D

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