Week 5 Quiz Flashcards
Which method of stretching takes advantage of reciprocal inhibition?
active force
passive force
PNF
ballistic stretching
active force
Which of the following terms refers to excessive or greater than normal range of motion (ROM) in joints?
maximal ROM
absolute ROM
hypermobility
double-jointed
hypermobility
Which method of stretching has yielded a negative effect on sprinting and jumping?
static stretching
ballistic stretching
PNF
passive force
static stretching
Heat can improve flexibility up to ____ percent.
5
13
20
25
25
Scientific studies suggest the optimal number of repetitions for stretching is
1 to 2
2 to 3
4
6
4
One should warm up for 3 to 5 minutes before stretching.
True or False?
True
Which of the following is not a major factor related to flexibility?
age
gender
diet
inactivity
diet
Scientific studies suggest the optimal amount of time to hold a stretch is
10 seconds
20 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds
30 seconds
When is the best time to stretch for increasing one’s range of motion?
before physical activity
after physical activity
during physical activity
both before and after the activity
after physical activity
If a person has good flexibility in the lower back, it is safe to assume that there is good flexibility in most other joints as well.
True or False?
False.
