Health-Related Exercise for Year 5: Improve Your Fitness and Health

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular health-related exercise?

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More time spent watching TV or playing video games

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Improved heart and lung fitness

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Lower risk of long-term health problems

Question 2

Which of these is a characteristic of aerobic exercise?

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Relies on oxygen

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Short and intense

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Produces lactic acid

Question 3

What does the 'I' in the FITT principle stand for?

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Intensity

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Intervals

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Impact

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Incline

Question 4

How does nutrition support exercise, and provide an example of a healthy food choice for before and after a workout?

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Before exercise, eat protein-rich, low-carb foods. After exercise, choose foods high in carbs and electrolytes.

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Nutrition only matters for recovering from exercise, not during it.

Question 5

What are the emotional and mental benefits of regular health-related exercise?

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It can make us feel happier, less stressed, and think more clearly.

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It only makes our bodies stronger.

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It only helps us to feel less stressed.

Question 6

Where can you find reliable and up-to-date information about the benefits of regular exercise?

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www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7397944/

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www.fitnesstipsgalore.com

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www.mypersonaltrainer.net

Question 7

What is 'active recovery'? Give two examples of activities that might be used in health-related exercise.

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Active recovery is light exercise done after intense exercise to help blood flow and muscle recovery.

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Examples of active recovery activities include brisk walking and light swimming.

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Active recovery is resting completely after exercise to allow muscles to recover.

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Active recovery should only be used after low-intensity exercise sessions.

Question 8

Sarah experiences chest tightness, shortness of breath, and dizziness during exercise. Which of the following actions should you take?

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Stop exercise, rest, and call for medical help immediately.

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Give her water and continue exercising.

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Massage her chest and keep exercising.

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Ignore the symptoms and keep going.

Question 9

What's the difference between physical fitness and health-related exercise?

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Physical fitness is your ability to do physical activities, while health-related exercise is a type of activity that makes you healthier.

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Health-related exercise is your ability to do physical activities, while physical fitness is a type of activity that makes you healthier.

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Physical fitness and health-related exercise are the same thing.

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Health-related exercise is bad for you, while physical fitness is good for you.

Question 10

How can you gradually improve your fitness through exercise?

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Increase the amount or difficulty of exercise gradually over time.

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Try different exercises each day.

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Take long breaks between exercise sessions.

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Always exercise as hard as you can.

Question 11

How does participating in health-related exercise benefit your community's social and environmental well-being?

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It brings people together for physical activity, fostering community and inclusion.

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It encourages outdoor activities, promoting nature appreciation and environmental conservation.

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It has no benefits for the community or environment.

Question 12

How can we make sure that everyone can enjoy health-related exercise, including those with disabilities or special needs?

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We can change the equipment and offer help so that everyone can join in, no matter what their physical abilities are.

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We should only let people without disabilities or special needs take part in health-related exercise activities.

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We should focus on making health-related exercise as competitive as possible, even for those with disabilities or special needs.

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We should make everyone do the same exercises, no matter what their abilities are.

Question 13

To improve your endurance, what should you change in your exercise plan based on the FITT principle?

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Exercise more often.

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Exercise less intensely.

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Exercise for a shorter time.

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Change the types of exercises you do.

Question 14

Which of these is NOT a psychological benefit of regular exercise?

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Feeling more stressed

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Feeling happier

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Thinking more clearly

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Sleeping better

Question 15

What factors should you think about when setting fitness goals in health-related exercise?

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Your age, fitness level, and what you enjoy doing

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Only what you want to achieve and how quickly

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How much time you have each day to exercise

Question 16

Why is it crucial to incorporate rest and recovery into your exercise routine?

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Rest and recovery allow muscles to repair, strengthen, and minimize injury risk.

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Rest and recovery prevent muscle soreness.

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Rest and recovery decrease calories burned during exercise.

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Rest and recovery should be limited to a few times per month.

Question 17

How do flexibility and muscular strength exercises work together to improve your health and fitness?

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Flexibility exercises help you move and stretch better, while muscular strength exercises make your muscles stronger and prevent injury.

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Flexibility exercises burn more calories than muscular strength exercises.

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Muscular strength exercises are more important than flexibility exercises for overall health.

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Flexibility and muscular strength exercises are not related to each other and should be done separately.

Question 18

What do we call the ability of your heart and lungs to keep going during exercise?

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Speed

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Strength

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Flexibility

Question 19

What type of food gives us energy to move and play?

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Carbohydrates

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Vitamins

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Proteins

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Fats

Question 20

Which food is a healthy choice and provides plenty of energy?

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Whole wheat bread

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Cake

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Crisps

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Chocolate

Question 21

Which of these activities makes your heart beat faster?

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Cycling

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Watching TV

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Reading a book

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Sitting in a chair

Question 22

What does the heart do in our bodies?

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Pumps blood

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Helps us breathe

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Makes us strong

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Protects us from illness

Question 23

Which of these things is a benefit of exercising regularly?

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Feeling happier

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Getting sick more often

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Having less energy

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Gaining weight

Question 24

How can you check your heart rate?

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Putting your fingers on your neck or wrist

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Taking your temperature

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Looking in a mirror

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Listening to your heartbeat

Question 25

What do we call a lifestyle where you don't move around much?

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Sedentary

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Active

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Healthy

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Fit

Question 26

How many portions of fruits and vegetables should children aged 9 to 13 eat each day?

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5

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2

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3

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7

Question 27

What kind of exercise helps make your bones and joints stronger?

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Lifting weights

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Running

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Stretching

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Balancing

Question 28

What is the most important job of your heart?

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Pumping blood

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Getting rid of waste

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Giving you energy

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Keeping you warm

Question 29

Which of the following helps keep your bones and teeth healthy?

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Calcium

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Sugar

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Protein

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Fat

Question 30

Which of these is a healthy snack for children?

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Fruit and yogurt

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Crisps and chocolate

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Pizza and fries

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Candy and soda

Question 31

Which food group is a good source of carbohydrates?

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Whole grains

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Fruits and vegetables

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Lean meats

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Dairy products

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of a healthy lifestyle choice?

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Getting enough sleep

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Eating junk food regularly

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Smoking

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Not exercising

Question 33

Flexibility exercises help to:

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Increase range of motion

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Build muscle mass

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Improve cardiovascular health

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Burn calories

Question 34

Which of these is not related to health-related exercise?

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Speed

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

Question 35

What kind of food gives your body energy to move?

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Carbohydrates

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Protein

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Fats

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Vitamins

Question 36

How often should you try to do health-related exercise?

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At least three times a week

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Once a week

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Two times a month

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Every single day

Question 37

Which of these exercises helps you build muscular strength?

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Push-ups

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Jogging

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 38

Which of these is NOT a part of fitness that relates to health-related exercise?

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Speed

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Cardio endurance

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Flexibility

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Muscular strength

Question 39

To improve cardiovascular endurance, it's recommended to exercise for:

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Long periods at moderate intensity

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Short periods at high intensity

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Varying the intensity and duration

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Only when feeling energetic

Question 40

To increase flexibility, it's important to:

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Gradually increase the stretch

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Hold stretches for less than 10 seconds

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Only do static stretches

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Do ballistic stretches

Question 41

Which of these foods is a good source of protein for muscle growth?

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Lean meats and poultry

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Fruits and vegetables

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Dairy products

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Processed snacks

Question 42

When making an exercise goal, it should be:

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Clear and challenging

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Vague and open-ended

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Overly ambitious

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Based only on how you look

Question 43

Which of the following is a sign that you should stop exercising right away?

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Sharp pain in the chest

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Mild muscle soreness

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Extreme exhaustion

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Slight shortness of breath

Question 44

Which of these is NOT a sign of being healthy?

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Getting sick often

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Sleeping well

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Eating well

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Exercising regularly

Question 45

What is the main benefit of doing exercise that gets your heart pumping, like running?

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Improving heart and circulation

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Building muscles

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Becoming more flexible

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Improving coordination

Question 46

Which food group gives our bodies important vitamins and minerals?

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Fruits and vegetables

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Dairy products

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Meat and fish

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Sugary and fatty foods

Question 47

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not

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Anaerobic exercise uses oxygen, while aerobic exercise does not

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Both types of exercise use oxygen, but in different ways

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Both types of exercise do not involve oxygen

Question 48

Which of these activities helps you to become more flexible?

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Stretching

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Going for a run

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Swimming

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Lifting weights

Question 49

Which of these is not a part of being physically fit?

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Being very smart

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Being able to run a long way without getting tired

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Being able to bend and reach easily

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Being able to lift heavy weights

Question 50

What type of food gives us energy to play and learn?

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Fruit

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Meat

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Beans

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Water

Question 51

Which of these activities is best for making your heart and lungs stronger?

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Swimming

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Walking

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Weightlifting

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Yoga

Question 52

How many hours of sleep do children our age need each night?

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9-11 hours

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6-8 hours

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12-14 hours

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15-17 hours

Question 53

What food is a good source of protein?

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Chicken

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Bananas

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Rice

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Olive oil

Question 54

Why is it important to stretch?

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To help us bend and reach better

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To help our muscles not be sore

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To help us lift more weight

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To help us burn more calories

Question 55

What is the term for the ability of your muscles to keep working for a long time without getting tired?

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Endurance

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Agility

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Power

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Speed

Question 56

Which of these activities is NOT a good way to improve flexibility?

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Weightlifting

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Yoga

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Stretching

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Pilates

Question 57

How much sleep do children in Year 5 need each night?

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9-11 hours

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7-8 hours

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5-6 hours

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12-14 hours

Question 58

What is a simple exercise you can do to warm up before exercising?

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Jumping jacks

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Running sprints

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Stretching without moving

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Lifting very heavy weights

Question 59

Which of these is NOT an anaerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Walking

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Sprinting

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Lifting weights

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Jumping rope

Question 60

Which of these is a part of fitness that helps you move easily?

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Flexibility

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Speed

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Balance

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Power

Question 61

What happens to your heart rate when you exercise?

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It speeds up

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It slows down

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It stays the same

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It stops

Question 62

Which of these activities helps you improve your balance and coordination?

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Gymnastics

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Running

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Cycling

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Swimming

Question 63

Which of these is an activity where you don't move much?

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Watching TV

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Playing football

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Cycling

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Walking the dog

Question 64

When doing moderate-intensity workouts, what should your target heart rate be?

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60-70% of your maximum heart rate

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50-60% of your maximum heart rate

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70-80% of your maximum heart rate

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80-90% of your maximum heart rate