02 Feb D. the methods by which

Question 1

1. When running in cold weather, which one of the following materials is not recommended for layering next to the skin?

A. Cotton

B. Wool

C. Polyester

D. Nylon

Question 2

2. Pushing the body harder than it’s ready to be pushed during exercise

A. can result in damage to the body.

B. makes a person mentally and physically stronger.

C. ensures quicker fitness results.

D. is the best way to train for competition.

Question 3

3. When a body part is injured, it should be

A. exercised.

B. rested.

C. stressed.

D. stretched.

Question 4

4. When first beginning a workout, the warm-up period

A. is completely optional.

B. is done depending only on what type of activity you’re doing.

C. is crucial to preventing injury from occurring during the workout.

D. should be more intense than your actual workout.

Question 5

5. The best way to prevent heat exhaustion while exercising is to

A. rest for a cooldown period after every set of reps.

B. drink sports drinks during exercise.

C. avoid exercise in extreme heat or humidity.

D. only exercise in the winter months.

Question 6

6. Using the correct safety gear, such as a helmet,

A. does nothing to prevent sport-related injuries.

B. is the best way to prevent injury in sports that call for such equipment.

C. is required only some of the time.

D. limits the amount of movements a person can do, thus increasing the chance for injury

Question 7

7. Deep knee bends

A. help develop balance.

B. improve the ability to jump.

C. help keep joints flexible.

D. can cause undue strain to the knees.

Question 8

8. A strain is

A. a twist, pull, and/or tear of a muscle and/or tendon.

B. always the result of improper conditioning.

C. more severe than a sprain.

D. an injury that can never be healed.

Question 9

9. Three of these things should be included in a first aid kit. Which one should not be?

A. Tweezers

B. Sterile bandages

C. Scalpel

D. Irrigation syringe

Question 10

10. If you engage in seasonal sports, such as skiing, what should you do in the off-season?

A. Reduce strenuous activities

B. Relax and recuperate

C. Engage in a strength-training program

D. Engage in activities that will preserve fitness

Question 11

11. Before beginning an exercise program, a person should always

A. have a medical exam to make sure it’s safe to begin exercising.

B. establish his or her maximum workout limit through one intense workout.

C. consult with friends to see what workout works for them and then copy their workout regimen.

D. attempt to run one mile to test his or her fitness level.

Question 12

12. Hypothermia occurs when

A. a person’s fat stores become depleted.

B. a person exercises outdoors in extreme heat.

C. a low internal body temperature interferes with the body’s ability to regulate vital processes.

D. there’s a dangerously low level of vitamin B in the body.

Question 13

13. Using equipment that you haven’t been trained on

A. allows you the opportunity to teach yourself how to do a particular exercise.

B. is a good way to add variety to your workout.

C. can cause major damage to your body and to the equipment.

D. is OK as long as you’re careful and read the directions.

Question 14

14. Interval training

A. will get you into shape in about five days.

B. involves short periods of intense activity and is used to build strength, speed, and power.

C. can guarantee an athlete an injury-free season.

D. involves long periods of low-intensity activity and builds stamina.

Question 15

15. Alternating between running and walking

A. will slow down the chances of a person’s getting into shape.

B. will guarantee that you don’t suffer an injury during exercise.

C. is the quickest way to lose 10 pounds.

D. can help lessen the damaging effects that running has on the body.

Question 17

17. The “R” in the acronym RICE stands for

A. revise.

B. react.

C. rest.

D. refer.

Question 16

16. A way to prevent heat exhaustion is to

A. exercise either before 10 A.M. or after 3 P.M. on hot days.

B. wear dark clothes during exercise.

C. wear a loose-fitting scarf around your head to keep fluids in the body.

D. try to cover up as much of your body as possible to prevent the sun from hitting your skin

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Question 18

18. What can you do to prevent running injuries?

A. Run on hard surfaces, such as concrete and asphalt.

B. Limit your water intake throughout the day.

C. Reduce the amount of walking you do during running sessions.

D. Wear properly fitting running shoes.

Question 19

19. An athlete’s arousal level refers to

A. how well rested the athlete is before competition.

B. the type of equipment the athlete uses during competition.

C. the “mind-set” of the athlete in reference to competition and intensity of the exercise or sport.

D. the methods by which the athlete prepared him/herself for competition.

Question 20

20. The best surface to run on is one that’s

A. hilly so that you can improve your cardiovascular endurance.

B. smooth and soft so that it can cushion the stresses of running.

C. uneven so that the tendons and ligaments in the ankles and knees are strengthened.

D. as hard as possible so that it adds more stability to your foot.