Your Fitness Plan FVS

What factors should be considered when putting together a personal fitness program? (Site 1)

Explain how the FITT principle applies to the development of a successful personal fitness program.

Individuals need to adjust their physical activity to account for __________ as they age. A. reduced flexibility B. decreased energy levels C. a loss of balance D. all of the above

Which of the following statements about developing a personal fitness program is NOT true? A. When developing a personal fitness program, it is important to implement strategies that will help maintain the program as well as give it a successful start. B. Personal factors such as age, health concerns, and likes are important to consider when developing a personal fitness program. C. The starting skill level of the physical activities included in a personal fitness program should be determined from other individuals' fitness programs. D. The FITT principle should be used when developing a personal fitness program.

Explain why there is a growing concern over the physical fitness of children and adolescents.

Explain how including lifestyle activities in a personal fitness program can increase the likelihood of its success.

Which of the following is NOT a factor in maintaining a fitness program? A. patience B. variety C. flexibility D. appearance

What are some ways to increase the likelihood that children and adolescents participate in regular physical activity?

An exercise program is MOST beneficial to one's health when done in conjunction with __________. A. a partner B. patience C. lifestyle changes D. a positive attitude

Why is it important to ease into an exercise program?

What is the purpose of a fitness log? A. to apply the FITT principle B. to limit the amount of time spent on varying activities C. to track and monitor progress D. to increase personal interest in activities

Fitness requirements are the same for individuals of all ages. True False

Which of the following is the least effective way to get an exercise program back on track? A. identifying the cause of noncompliance B. adjusting the reward system to improve motivation C. preparing for future challenges D. feeling guilty

Which of the following factors should be considered when designing a personal fitness program? A. goals B. activities C. variety D. all of the above

Starting a fitness plan slowly will lead to better results than starting out quickly. True False

Which of the following statements about exercising during pregnancy is TRUE? A. Pregnant women should not exercise at very high altitudes. B. Women should not exercise during pregnancy. C. Pregnant women should get 2 hours of vigorous exercise a week. D. During pregnancy, women should exercise in a supine position.

A successful personal fitness plan includes activities to develop only one area of health-related fitness. True False

Exercising with a partner will likely make it __________. A. more difficult to make a commitment to exercise B. less enjoyable to exercise C. easier to stick to an exercise program D. difficult to agree on an exercise program

What is the BEST reason to ease into an exercise program? A. Failure to ease into an exercise program can lead to injury and discouragement. B. Easing into an exercise program decreases the likelihood that it will lead to lifestyle changes. C. Failure to ease into an exercise program may lead to the loss of an exercise partner. D. all of the above

It is possible for an individual to exercise too much. True False

Which of the following is the least important factor of a personal fitness program? A. the individual's personal conditions B. the availability of resources C. the level of motivation D. the time of day physical activity will be performed

Which of the following practices is most likely to increase the chances that a personal fitness program will be successful? A. breaking fitness goals into smaller steps B. choosing fitness activities that have personal interest C. implementing a reward program D. all of the above

What is the recommended amount of physical activity for children? A. at least 2 hours per day B. 4 hours per week C. at least 1 hour per day D. no more than 30 minutes per day

Individuals should participate in activities __________ to improve cardiovascular fitness. A. twice a day B. three to five days a week C. two to three days a week D. seven days a week

Why is there a growing concern over the physical fitness of children and adolescents? A. Children and adolescents are overly concerned with exercise and fitness. B. A combination of poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle are leading to greater occurrences of obesity in children and adolescents. C. Children and adolescents are getting too much of the wrong kind of exercise. D. Although the diets of children and adolescents have improved over the years, participation in exercise has decreased.

How can incorporating lifestyle activities into a fitness program increase the likelihood of its success? A. It increases the amount of time spent on fitness activities. B. It is often more convenient to participate in lifestyle fitness activities than more formal fitness activities. C. It helps a personal fitness program lead to lifestyle change. D. all of the above