Components of Fitness: A Comprehensive Guide for Ninth Graders

Question 1

What type of training involves lifting weights or using resistance to build muscle strength?

Accepted Answer

Strength training

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Cardio

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Yoga

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Pilates

Question 2

Which exercise below mainly improves muscular endurance?

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Plank

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Bicep curls

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Burpees

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Push-ups

Question 3

Which component of fitness measures the proportion of fat and muscle in the body?

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Body composition

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Flexibility

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Muscular endurance

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

Question 4

Which muscle group is primarily targeted in a bicep curl exercise?

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Biceps

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Triceps

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Quads

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Calves

Question 5

Which type of warm-up includes movements that are similar to the upcoming activity?

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Dynamic

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Static

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Active

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Passive

Question 6

Which of the following statements best defines cardiorespiratory endurance?

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The ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to deliver oxygen to muscles during sustained physical activity

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The ability of muscles to lift a heavy weight a few times

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The ability to bend and stretch the body easily

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The percentage of body fat to muscle mass

Question 7

Which exercise is most effective for improving muscular strength?

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Weightlifting

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Jogging

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Yoga

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Swimming

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a key factor affecting flexibility?

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Cardio exercise

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Regular stretching

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Genetics

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Proper warm-up

Question 9

How is cardiorespiratory endurance most accurately measured?

Accepted Answer

VO2 max test

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Sit-and-reach test

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Vertical jump test

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Body mass index (BMI)

Question 10

Which of the following activities mainly develops flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Stretching

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Running

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Cycling

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Weightlifting

Question 11

What is a potential health risk associated with poor body composition?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of chronic diseases

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Improved flexibility

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Enhanced athletic performance

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Reduced body weight

Question 12

What is the musculoskeletal system's primary role in physical fitness?

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Providing support, facilitating movement, and offering protection

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Transporting oxygen and nutrients throughout the body

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Regulating body temperature

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Controlling blood sugar levels

Question 13

Which of the following is **NOT** a component of fitness as defined in this unit?

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Intelligence

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Muscular endurance

Question 14

Which component of fitness measures the ability of the lungs and heart to supply oxygen and nutrients to the muscles during sustained exercise?

Accepted Answer

Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Muscular endurance

Question 15

Which component of fitness refers to the ability to perform repeated movements over an extended period without excessive fatigue?

Accepted Answer

Muscular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Flexibility

Question 16

Which of the following methods is commonly used to assess flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Sit-and-reach test

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1-mile run

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Bench press

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Vertical jump

Question 17

Which of the following lifestyle factors can negatively affect flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Sedentary behavior

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Regular stretching

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Adequate hydration

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Healthy diet

Question 18

Which of the following activities is considered a muscular strength exercise?

Accepted Answer

Push-ups

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Jogging

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Cycling

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Stretching

Question 19

Which fitness component involves maintaining a muscle contraction for an extended duration?

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Muscular Endurance

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Cardiorespiratory Endurance

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Muscular Strength

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Flexibility

Question 20

Which of the following is not considered a key component of physical fitness?

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Cognitive ability

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

Question 21

A sit-up primarily targets which component of physical fitness?

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Muscular strength

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Muscular endurance

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Flexibility

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Body composition

Question 22

Which of the following activities is considered inappropriate for improving flexibility?

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Heavy weightlifting

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Stretching

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Yoga

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Pilates

Question 23

Which type of exercise is most effective for building muscle mass?

Accepted Answer

Strength training

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Aerobic exercise

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Flexibility training

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Balance training

Question 24

What is the primary objective of the 'Components of Fitness' unit?

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To introduce the key components of fitness and emphasize their importance

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To provide students with a personalized fitness assessment

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To develop individual exercise plans for each student

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To prepare students for competitive sports

Question 25

Which of these methods is NOT effective for developing muscular strength?

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Static stretching

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Progressive overload

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Specificity

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Compound exercises

Question 26

Which of the following best defines muscular endurance?

Accepted Answer

Ability to use submaximal force repeatedly over time

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Ability to use maximum force for a short time

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Ability to move through a full range of motion

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Percentage of body weight that is fat

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a key component of fitness?

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Speed

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Body composition

Question 28

Which component of fitness is measured by the number of repetitions of an exercise that a person can perform before fatigue?

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Muscular endurance

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

Question 29

Which component of fitness refers to the range of motion at a joint?

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Flexibility

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Muscular endurance

Question 30

True or False: Muscular strength and muscular endurance are the same thing.

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False

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True

Question 31

Which type of fitness test measures body composition?

Accepted Answer

Skinfold caliper test

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Push-up test

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Sit-and-reach test

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Mile run

Question 32

Which component of fitness is important for everyday activities like climbing stairs and carrying groceries?

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Muscular endurance

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Power

Question 33

How does better flexibility help athletes perform better?

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Reduces the risk of getting hurt

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Improves balance and coordination

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Increases muscle size

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Boosts how fast your body burns energy

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a component of fitness?

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Speed

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Body composition

Question 35

Which component of fitness refers to the ability to exert force against resistance?

Accepted Answer

Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Body composition

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Muscular endurance

Question 36

The ability to perform repeated muscular contractions over an extended period is known as:

Accepted Answer

Muscular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

Question 37

Which fitness component measures the range of motion around a joint?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility

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Body composition

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Muscular strength

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

Question 38

The percentage of fat in relation to total body weight is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Body composition

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Muscular endurance

Question 39

Which type of fitness test measures the time it takes a person to run or walk a specified distance?

Accepted Answer

1-mile run/walk

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Push-up test

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Sit-and-reach test

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Body fat percentage test

Question 40

The ability to perform everyday activities without undue fatigue or injury is known as:

Accepted Answer

Functional fitness

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Body composition

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Muscular endurance

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Flexibility

Question 41

A fitness program that is designed specifically for an individual based on their personal goals and abilities is called a:

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Personalized fitness program

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Group fitness program

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School fitness program

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Community fitness program

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a component of physical fitness?

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Agility

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

Question 43

What is the main benefit of improving cardiorespiratory endurance?

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Increased heart and lung function

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Enhanced muscle mass

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Improved speed

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Increased flexibility

Question 44

What is the purpose of the sit-and-reach test?

Accepted Answer

To measure flexibility in the lower back and hamstrings

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To measure muscular strength in the arms and shoulders

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To assess cardiorespiratory endurance

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To measure muscular endurance in the legs

Question 45

Sophia wants to improve her cardiovascular health. Which activity would be MOST beneficial?

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Running for 30 minutes, three times a week

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Lifting weights for 20 minutes, twice a week

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Stretching for 15 minutes every day

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Playing video games for an hour every day

Question 46

What is the BEST definition of body composition?

Accepted Answer

The ratio of fat mass to lean mass in the body

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The maximum force a muscle can produce

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The ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion

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The ability of the heart and lungs to deliver oxygen to working muscles

Question 47

Which activity primarily focuses on improving flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Participating in a yoga class

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Playing a competitive basketball game

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Lifting heavy weights for a few repetitions

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Sprinting short distances

Question 48

John is trying to increase his muscle mass. What type of training should he focus on?

Accepted Answer

Resistance training with heavy weights

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Yoga and Pilates

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Long-distance running

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Moderate-intensity cardio exercises

Question 49

A one-rep max test on a bench press is used to measure:

Accepted Answer

Muscular strength

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Muscular endurance

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Flexibility

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

Question 50

Why is maintaining a healthy body composition important?

Accepted Answer

It reduces the risk of health problems like heart disease and diabetes

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It improves your reaction time

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It makes you more flexible

Question 51

Regular stretching can help improve which component of fitness?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility

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Muscular strength

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Cardiorespiratory endurance

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Body composition