Marta is an athlete who focuses all of her energy on skill-related components and ignores all health-related components of fitness. Based on Marta’s focus, what statement is she MOST likely to make?
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When I sprint, I explode with power and speed.
When I sprint, I explode with power and speed.
Increasing muscular endurance is my top priority.
Increasing muscular endurance is my top priority.
I do yoga strictly to increase my flexibility.
I do yoga strictly to increase my flexibility.
I always reach my target heart rate when running.
I always reach my target heart rate when running.
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When I sprint, I explode with power and speed.
In which situation is reaction time the MOST important skill for an athlete to use?
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a golfer tees off on a long hole
a golfer tees off on a long hole
a gymnast dismounts from the beam
a gymnast dismounts from the beam
a boxer blocks a punch from the opponent
a boxer blocks a punch from the opponent
a cyclist makes a sharp turn in a race
a boxer blocks a punch from the opponent
Josefine says, “I have zero coordination skills.” How would this MOST likely be demonstrated in her gym class?
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She always misses the ball when she tries to kick it.
She always misses the ball when she tries to kick it.
She is always the last one to finish their warm-up walk.
She is always the last one to finish their warm-up walk.
She lifts the lowest amount of weight possible with her arms.
She lifts the lowest amount of weight possible with her arms.
She never reaches her target heart rate when jogging.
She always misses the ball when she tries to kick it.
Portia was hired as a yoga instructor. Which skill-related component will she MOST likely use in this role?
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balance
balance
speed
speed
reaction time
reaction time
power
balance
What is MOST likely TRUE about skills?
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Very few people have the capability to improve their skills.
Very few people have the capability to improve their skills.
The more a skill is practiced, the more likely it will become a habit.
The more a skill is practiced, the more likely it will become a habit.
Skills developed for one activity cannot transfer to another activity.
Skills developed for one activity cannot transfer to another activity.
Balance and power are inherited skills that individuals are born with.
The more a skill is practiced, the more likely it will become a habit.
Henri was born with a condition that makes it complicated for him to improve his gross motor coordination. However, his fine motor coordination is very well-developed. When visiting a physical therapist, what will likely be the MOST common focus of Henri’s treatments?
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exercises to increase his speed
exercises to increase his speed
exercises to raise his heart rate
exercises to raise his heart rate
exercises involving heavy weights
exercises involving heavy weights
exercises involving large muscles