Question

1. wrists, shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles are all examples of a. joints. b. ligaments. c. muscles. d. tendons. 11. post - exercise pain and stiffness caused by muscle spasms can be prevented or reduced by a. cool - down exercises. b. stretching exercises. c. warm - up exercises. d. weight training exercises. 12. what kind of stretching is done in a continuous slow and controlled manner? a. ballistic stretching b. dynamic stretching c. pnf stretching d. static stretching 13. which of the following are examples of harmful stretching positions? a. arm circles b. head circles c. plow position d. all of the above 14. one can reduce injuries, prevent post - exercise pain, reduce chances of low back pain, and help relieve emotional tension by having an adequate degree of a. exercising. b. flexibility. c. stretching. d. none of the above. 15. the two types of stretching that can safely improve flexibility are a. ballistic and dynamic. b. dynamic and static. c. pnf and ballistic. d. static and isostatic.

Explanation:

1. Wrists, shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles are anatomical joints where two or more bones meet.
2. Cool - down exercises help relax muscles after exercise, reducing post - exercise pain and stiffness from muscle spasms.
3. Static stretching is done in a continuous slow and controlled manner.
4. Head circles, arm circles, and the plow position can be harmful if not done properly as they can put stress on the neck, shoulders, and spine.
5. Adequate flexibility can reduce injuries, prevent post - exercise pain, lower the risk of low back pain, and relieve emotional tension.
6. Dynamic and static stretching are two common and safe ways to improve flexibility.

Answer:

1. A. joints
2. A. cool - down exercises
3. D. static stretching
4. D. all of the above
5. B. flexibility
6. B. dynamic and static