Physical Fitness Basics

Physical fitness is related to our ability to carry out daily tasks without being too tired or sore.

Only certain types of physical activity help to develop physical fitness.

In order to have good physical fitness, you __________. A. should be able to complete daily tasks without being physically taxed B. must be able to run a 4-minute mile C. need to work out at the gym four times a week D. don't need to worry about eating healthy foods

Which of the following is NOT a component of health? A. spiritual B. physical C. mental D. beauty

Which of the following statements about physical fitness is TRUE? A. Physical fitness is a continuous, changing state. B. Physical fitness is influenced by many factors. C. Physical fitness is individualized to each person. D. all of the above

What effect does exercise have on the nervous system? A. Prolonged exercise degenerates the nervous system. B. Increased blood flow reduces nerve sensitivity. C. Repetitive motion develops nerves and nerve endings. D. Higher body temperature impairs nerve message transmissions.

Exercise is physical activity with the goal of improving physical fitness.

Regular exercise is positively related to wellness.

Gender plays an important role in the six components of health.

Interacting with others while exercising is beneficial to social health because it allows a person to __________. A. feel more alert B. develop better communication skills C. have better body control D. reduce the risk for cancer

Yoga is a form of exercise that can have positive spiritual health benefits.

Which of the following choices are good strategies when exercising in extreme heat or cold? A. allowing the body to adjust to temperature B. avoiding exercising during extreme times of day C. warming up muscles and the body before vigorous exercise D. all of the above

Exercising with a friend or partner will enhance your safety.

Urination is one of the key mechanisms for losing fluid from the human body.

Frostbite __________. A. is caused when an animal bite is exposed to cold weather B. results when tissues are damaged by extreme cold C. causes the body to lose its ability to regulate its temperature D. only occurs in temperatures below -20°F

When exercising in the heat, you should __________. A. wear tight-fitting clothes to absorb your sweat B. dress in layers C. choose dark colored clothing D. vary the intensity and duration of the exercise

Acute hypothermia is caused by __________. A. rapid loss of body heat B. prolonged exposure to cold temperatures C. excessive drug/alcohol consumption D. cold weather

Which statement most accurately describes the ideal fluid balance for the body? A. less fluid intake than fluid loss B. more fluid loss than fluid intake C. less fluid loss than fluid intake D. equal fluid intake and fluid loss

When lost fluid is not replaced adequately, __________ can result. A. heat stroke B. hypothermia C. dehydration D. emphysema

Drinks with high levels of sugars can cause dehydration in hot environments.

Dressing appropriately for exercise includes __________. A. wearing the same clothes for all exercises B. choosing dark colored clothing when exercising at night C. wearing sunscreen when exercising outside D. making sure you wear the best brand-name clothes

Increased metabolic rate due to exercise is helpful because __________. A. the body uses more calories for everyday activities B. toxins are removed from the body more quickly C. blood is better able to fight infection D. people with a lower metabolic rate have a higher risk of cancer

Discuss the interdependence of the components of wellness.

Endorphins are generated in the body during exercise, which leads to better emotional health.

Describe the continuous nature of the physical fitness concept.

Summarize how the components of health are related to wellness.

Which of the following BEST represents the relationship between physical fitness and exercise? A. Physical fitness requires more strenuous activity than exercise. B. Exercise is a subset of physical fitness. C. Physical fitness is the same as exercise. D. There is no relationship between physical fitness and exercise.

Explain why exercise is an important component of good physical fitness.

Describe how exercise can positively affect your environmental health.

Exercise has no positive effects on the nervous system.

Explain the difference between physical activity and exercise.