Question

which of the following is not true concerning the curl - up test? a. the curl - up only tests the endurance of the abdominal muscles, not their strength. b. curl - ups are performed while lying on the floor with knees slightly bent. c. the fingers are supposed to slide 3.5 inches along the floor during a curl - up. d. curl - ups are supposed to be done at a rate of about one every three seconds. please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

The curl - up test does measure both the endurance and strength of abdominal muscles to some extent. Lying on the floor with knees slightly bent is a correct position for curl - ups. Fingers are supposed to slide a certain distance along the floor during a curl - up and a rate of about one every three seconds is a common standard.

Answer:

A. The curl - up only tests the endurance of the abdominal muscles, not their strength.