Lifetime Fitness – Flashcards

Understanding the benefits of an activity can __________. A. Increase your motivation to continue doing it B. decrease your effectiveness at getting those benefits C. decrease your chances of becoming injured doing it D. none of the above

Physiological age is the number of years a person has been alive. TRUE OR FALSE

A well chosen lifetime activity will be something that is hard for someone to get bored of. TRUE OR FALSE

Jerry has not worked out in several years. He has experienced some health issues and is realizing the importance of incorporating physical activity into his lifestyle again. Which of the following activities would be most appropriate for his fitness level? A. running several 400-meter sprints B. jogging for three miles C. walking for 30 minutes around the neighborhood D. participating in a high-intensity cycling class

The leading causes of death in the United States can be prevented or greatly reduced by maintaining proper fitness levels. TRUE OR FALSE

Being unable to play tennis due to extreme heat is an example of a(n) __________. A. cost factor B. personality factor C. equipment factor D. environmental factor

Which of the following is NOT a common barrier to getting proper exercise? A. safety B. health problems C. injury D. experience

Ryan has never been very competitive, and he prefers to go on leisurely backpacking trips. Which of the following factors is influencing his activity selection? A. cost B. personality C. environment D. equipment

Locus of control suggests that people either believe they control their own lives or believe their destinies are controlled by others or chance. TRUE OR FALSE

The components of lifetime fitness include all of the following components EXCEPT: A. regular exercise B. proper nutrition C. healthy lifestyle choices D. weekly acupuncture sessions