Physical Activity for First Graders: Benefits and Types

Question 1

What is a benefit of regular exercise?

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Stronger bones

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Faster hair growth

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Increased intelligence

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Increased height

Question 2

Which of these is not a good way to exercise?

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Lifting heavy weights without a grown-up

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Playing tag with friends

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Riding a bike

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Dancing

Question 3

What should you do if you feel pain while exercising?

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Stop and rest

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Keep going

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Ignore it

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Ask for help

Question 4

What is a fun way to be active?

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Playing hide-and-seek

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Doing push-ups

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Running laps

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Lifting weights

Question 5

Why is it important to exercise?

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To live a healthy life

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To look good

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To get stronger

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To be the best

Question 6

How does exercise make you feel?

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Happy

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Tired

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Sad

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Scared

Question 7

What's a fun way to get exercise every day?

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Walk or bike to school instead of getting a ride.

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Only exercise on the weekends.

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Try to avoid playing outside.

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Only do exercises that you enjoy.

Question 8

When you exercise and your body moves a lot, what is that type of exercise called?

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Cardio

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Strength training

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Yoga

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Stretching

Question 9

Which of these is a fun way to get exercise?

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Playing tag with our friends

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Watching TV

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Eating candy

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Sleeping

Question 10

What should we do before exercising?

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Warm up our bodies

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Eat a big meal

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Run as fast as we can

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Lift heavy weights

Question 11

Which of these helps us stay safe while exercising?

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Drinking plenty of water

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Ignoring any pain we feel

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Pushing ourselves too hard

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Exercising alone in the dark

Question 12

Why is it important to listen to our bodies when exercising?

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To avoid injuries

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To make sure we're getting enough exercise

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To impress our friends

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To win competitions

Question 13

Which of these is a team sport?

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Soccer

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping rope

Question 14

What is the role of a coach in sports?

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To teach players skills and strategies

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To yell at the players

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To pick the best players

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To make the players run extra laps

Question 15

How can we stay healthy and fit?

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Exercising regularly

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Eating junk food

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Staying up late

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Watching too much TV

Question 16

Which of these is a good way to cool down after exercising?

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Stretching

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Running in place

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Doing jumping jacks

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Sitting down and resting

Question 17

Which of these is not a good thing that can happen when you exercise?

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You might get sick.

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Your muscles get stronger.

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You might lose weight.

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You might feel happier.

Question 18

What kind of exercise helps make your heart and lungs work better?

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Cardio

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Stretching

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Strength training

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Balance exercises

Question 19

Which of these is an example of a strength training exercise?

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Push-ups

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Jumping jacks

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Yoga

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Walking

Question 20

Why is it a good idea to exercise?

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To be healthy

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To have fun

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To make friends

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To win competitions

Question 21

What is the main reason why we should exercise every day?

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To stay healthy and strong

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To have fun and play with friends

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To get a good grade in Physical Education class

Question 22

Before you exercise, it's important to prepare your body by doing what?

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Warm up

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Cool down

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Eat a big meal

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Drink lots of juice

Question 23

Which of these is a sport where you play on a team with others?

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Soccer

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Tennis

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Swimming

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Running

Question 24

Which of these activities is not exercise?

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Reading a book

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Running

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Playing basketball

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Jumping rope

Question 25

Which of these is not a safety tip for exercise?

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Exercise too hard

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Drink plenty of water

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Warm up before exercising

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Cool down after exercising

Question 26

What kind of exercises help build strong muscles?

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Push-ups

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Running

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Swimming

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Walking

Question 27

Which activity is a good way to improve flexibility?

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Stretching

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Lifting weights

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Running on a treadmill

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Playing soccer

Question 28

What should you do if you get tired while exercising?

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Stop and rest

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Push through the pain

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Ignore it and keep going

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Ask for help

Question 29

Which of these foods is a good source of energy for exercise?

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Fruits and vegetables

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Candy

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Soda

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French fries

Question 30

Which type of exercise can help you bend and move your body more easily?

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Yoga

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Running

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Jumping

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Swimming

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a good reason to exercise?

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To win awards or prizes

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To have fun

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To meet new friends

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To be healthier

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT an example of a physical activity?

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Watching cartoons

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Walking

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Biking

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Swimming

Question 33

If you feel any pain or discomfort while exercising, what should you do?

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Stop exercising and let a grown-up know.

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Keep going and ignore it.

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Slow down and take a little break.

Question 34

When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. What do endorphins do?

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Make you feel happier and less stressed

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Make you feel more tired and sleepy

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Make your heart beat faster

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Make your muscles sore and stiff

Question 35

Which of these activities is not a way to exercise?

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Watching TV

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Jumping rope

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Running

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Playing tag

Question 36

Which of the following is not a safety rule to follow when exercising?

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Exercise in extreme weather conditions

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Drink plenty of water

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Wear comfortable clothing

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Always tell an adult where you are going and when you expect to be back

Question 37

Which of these is NOT a type of exercise?

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Reading

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Running

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Swimming

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Jumping

Question 38

What is the best way to start exercising?

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Start slowly and gradually increase

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Exercise a lot all at once

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Only do exercises that you enjoy

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Don't start at all

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a good way to stay active?

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Playing video games

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Walking to school

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Riding a scooter

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Swimming

Question 40

What type of exercise can help strengthen your heart?

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Cardio exercise

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Weight lifting

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Stretching

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Balance exercises

Question 41

How can you get your body ready for exercise?

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Do all of these

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Do some stretches

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Run in place

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Do jumping jacks

Question 42

How can exercise make you feel?

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All of the emotions mentioned

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Happy

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Tired

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Energized

Question 43

What is a good way to cool down after exercising?

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Do all of these

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Walk slowly

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Stretch

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Drink water

Question 44

Which activity can help you improve your flexibility?

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Yoga

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Running

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Jumping rope

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Swimming

Question 45

Which of these is NOT an exercise?

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Watching TV

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Running

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Playing tag

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Jumping rope

Question 46

What is the best way to cool down after exercising?

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Do some light stretching

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Sit down and rest immediately

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Drink plenty of water

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Take a hot shower

Question 47

What is an example of an exercise activity you can do inside?

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Jumping jacks

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Running laps

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Playing basketball

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Hiking

Question 48

What type of exercise helps you run fast?

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Running

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Jumping jacks

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Push-ups

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Yoga

Question 49

What is important to remember when exercising?

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To enjoy yourself and listen to your body

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To push yourself as hard as you can

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To wear fancy shoes

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To drink juice

Question 50

Which muscle group is used in push-ups?

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Arms

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Legs

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Back

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Stomach

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a good way to get active?

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Watching TV

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Playing outside

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Riding a bike

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Walking

Question 52

What is a great snack to eat before exercising?

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Apple

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Candy

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Soda

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French fries