Define passive alertness and explain why it is important for most relaxation techniques


Passive alertness or passive concentration is a relaxed, non-striving, and detached state of mind. It is an important requirement for relaxation because trying too hard to make an exercise work will counteract the desired effects.

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A) coagulate B) clot C) hemostasis D) hematopoiesis

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The combining form that means brain is ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by the body's attempt to restore homeostasis?

A) alarm B) resistance C) exhaustion D) homeostatic

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According to the energy balance equation, body weight would increase if ________.

A. the rate of energy expenditure decreases with no change in the rate energy intake B. the rate of energy intake increases with no change in the rate of energy expenditure C. the rate of energy intake exceeds the rate of energy expenditure D. All of these answers are correct

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