THURSDAY 04/11

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 7 discussion questions 14-27 were due.
-The weight room blunders article discussion questions 1-12 were due.
-You took Quiz 10.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 7 by looking at the factors that affect strength.

HOMEWORK:
-Shawn Mullen will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 8 discussion questions:
1) Answer the following questions from the FAQ box on page 272:
A) Will stretching before exercise prevent injuries?
B) Does strength training limit flexibility?
C) Will stretching exercises help me lose weight?
D) How much should stretching hurt to gain flexibility?
2) Define flexibility.
3) Define stretching.
4) Approximately what % of all low-back problems in the US are a direct result of inflexible & weak muscles?
5) What are 2 benefits of good flexibility?
6) Explain the difference between plastic elongation & elastic elongation.
7) What do most health & fitness centers rely on as an indicator of flexibility?