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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.

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

Carbohydrates are nutrients that supply the main energy source for the body, in the form of sugars.

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

Barbara creates a table of the six essential nutrients.MacronutrientsMicronutrientsCarbohydratesFatsProteinsVitaminsWaterMineralsWhere did Barbara make an error in placement of a nutrient?