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Chapter 4: Physical Activity for Life

Physical Activity for Life

1.
Physical fitness benefits your mental health because it
A)releases chemicals in your brain to make you sleepy.
B)causes stress.
C)gives you confidence.
D)strengthens your heart and lungs.
2.
Which is an example of social health?
A)doing yoga with a videotape
B)riding a bicycle to school
C)running laps with your friends
D)stretching after a long run
3.
Which is NOT a risk for teens caused by inactivity?
A)Weight gain
B)Short attention spans
C)Diabetes
D)Weakened bones
4.
Which heart rate is a sign of excellent health in teens?
A)85-95 beats per minute
B)96-105 beats per minute
C)106-125 beats per minute
D)126 or more beats per minute
5.
Which is NOT a benefit of a resistance exercise?
A)You build muscles.
B)You keep your blood sugar at normal levels.
C)You maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
D)You lose weight quickly.
6.
Which statement about building bone density is true?
A)Bone density begins to decline in your twenties.
B)You can build your bone density at any age.
C)Your bone density is determined by your parents.
D)Bone density is built through aerobic exercise.
7.
How often should teens engage in aerobic activities?
A)about thirty minutes per
B)about three to five days a week
C)infrequently
D)two to three days a week
8.
How long should teens exercise at their target heart range?
A)20 to 30 minutes
B)2 to 3 minutes
C)six months
D)10 to 15 minutes
9.
Which is NOT a benefit of drinking water during a workout?
A)You are more alert.
B)Your endurance is greater.
C)Your concentration is greater.
D)You get muscle cramps.
10.
Which is NOT a proper treatment of a minor muscular injury?
A)placing ice on the injury
B)stretching the injured muscle
C)resting the muscle
D)keeping the injured part above heart level
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