By DiabetesfrailPosted on 11.04.2022Posted in Uncategorized 1. Approximately what percentages of women over 50 do not participate in enough physical activity to benefit their health? 83% 73% 63% 53% 2. Older adults are least likely to benefit from physical activity. True False 3. Lack of physical activity can lead to: Increased number of visits to the doctors More hospitalisations Increased use of medicines for a variety of illnesses All of the above 4. The goal for older people is to build up to ____ of endurance exercise on most days of the week? 10 minutes 20 minutes 30 minutes 60 minutes 5. Which of these activities is ideal for older people with frailty? Gardening Swimming Walking None of the above All of the above 6. What percentage of your maximum heart rate should older people aim for when performing moderate intensity exercise? 30-40% 40-50% 50-70% 80-95% 7. Which of these types of exercise is best to help maintain strong bones? Aerobics Weight-bearing exercise Resistance exercise All of the above 8. An older person’s exercise programme should include activities that develop flexibility, balance, strength, and endurance. True False 9. Aerobic/endurance exercise can be just as effective as medications for treating severe depression in seniors. True False 10. Which of the following exercises will NOT help build bone and prevent fractures? Swimming Weight lifting Tennis Walking 11. Which condition usually makes it impossible to engage in vigorous exercise? Arthritis Diabetes High blood pressure All of the above None of the above 12. Many exercises can be done from a wheelchair. True False 13. Approximately what percentage of adults aged >65 years fall each year? 20% 30% 40% 50% Loading … Question 1 of 13 Quiz Post navigation SPRINTTFRAILTOOLS