Soham's Workspace
Task #1:
Sign-Up to take the Certification Course
10/14/2025
Sign-Up to take the Certification Course
10/14/2025
Time Spent (HH:MM): 0:30
Comments:
Signing up was an easy task, wasn't complicated at all.
I would say though, I went through the certification page and (just a thought) I put into AI to and asked for suggestions, this this is the prompt it gave me with this comment "This version keeps your message motivational and professional while sounding credible and ready for a website audience." Which if you'd like, this does sound more credible. But again, the rest is up for you to choose how you'd like to go about it.
The OptiHealth Network believes "Exercise is Powerful Medicine," and we are developing an international network of Medical-Fitness Technicians to prove it!
At OptiHealth Network, we believe in bridging the gap between the medical and fitness worlds. Our Certified Med-Fit Technicians help individuals, especially those living with chronic illness or sedentary lifestyles, regain their health and vitality through personalized, medically informed exercise.
Certified Med-Fit Techs are
self-employed professionals
Eearning $40–$60 per hour
Enjoying schedule flexibility
Zero fixed costs
Multiple income opportunities.
The certification includes a 20-hour online course with 4 hours of hands-on practicum, and tuition isn’t due until after passing the exam. Graduates receive a professional certificate and a free MedFitTech webpage for one year ($99 value).
Signing up was an easy task, wasn't complicated at all.
I would say though, I went through the certification page and (just a thought) I put into AI to and asked for suggestions, this this is the prompt it gave me with this comment "This version keeps your message motivational and professional while sounding credible and ready for a website audience." Which if you'd like, this does sound more credible. But again, the rest is up for you to choose how you'd like to go about it.
The OptiHealth Network believes "Exercise is Powerful Medicine," and we are developing an international network of Medical-Fitness Technicians to prove it!
At OptiHealth Network, we believe in bridging the gap between the medical and fitness worlds. Our Certified Med-Fit Technicians help individuals, especially those living with chronic illness or sedentary lifestyles, regain their health and vitality through personalized, medically informed exercise.
Certified Med-Fit Techs are
self-employed professionals
Eearning $40–$60 per hour
Enjoying schedule flexibility
Zero fixed costs
Multiple income opportunities.
The certification includes a 20-hour online course with 4 hours of hands-on practicum, and tuition isn’t due until after passing the exam. Graduates receive a professional certificate and a free MedFitTech webpage for one year ($99 value).
Completion Date: 10/16/2025
Task #2:
Complete the Student Profile
(Ignore the Intro/Welcome page that is in development.)
10/14/2025
Complete the Student Profile
(Ignore the Intro/Welcome page that is in development.)
10/14/2025
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:30
Comments: This was an easy task, the last question just needed some thinking, but I know I was overthinking it. But rest assured it was easy to go through.
Completion Date: 10/17
Task #3:
Follow the instructions on the "Study Plan" page.
10/14/2025
Follow the instructions on the "Study Plan" page.
10/14/2025
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:20
Comments: A few changes that could be made are:
Personal Study Plan
Track your progress as you complete the Med-Fit Technician Certification Course (approximately 20 hours of online study).
Course Sections
Introduction
• Student Profile
• Study Plan
Final Phase
• Certification Exam
• Course Evaluation
Helpful comments. I made changes to the Study Plan page as indicated. Thanks!
I like that you provided a study progress plan, will definitely help stay on track. But I did have a question, if the certificate is accredited in any way? Other than that I like how it's put together.
Good question. There is no outside or third-party accrediting body. This is the primary "internal on-boarding" process for the OptiHealth Network, but also serves as the basis for independent practice. The certificate is awarded by the OptiHealth Institute.
Personal Study Plan
Track your progress as you complete the Med-Fit Technician Certification Course (approximately 20 hours of online study).
Course Sections
Introduction
• Student Profile
• Study Plan
Final Phase
• Certification Exam
• Course Evaluation
Helpful comments. I made changes to the Study Plan page as indicated. Thanks!
I like that you provided a study progress plan, will definitely help stay on track. But I did have a question, if the certificate is accredited in any way? Other than that I like how it's put together.
Good question. There is no outside or third-party accrediting body. This is the primary "internal on-boarding" process for the OptiHealth Network, but also serves as the basis for independent practice. The certificate is awarded by the OptiHealth Institute.
Completion Date: 10/17
What is your Venmo or Zelle ID so I can pay you?
Paid: 10/20/25 - Week #1 = 01:20; $26.65 by Zelle.
What is your Venmo or Zelle ID so I can pay you?
Paid: 10/20/25 - Week #1 = 01:20; $26.65 by Zelle.
This set of tasks is to complete Section A:
Human Anatomy
Includes: Learning Modules 1-10 and Practice Exam A.
NOTE: The TITLE of each Learning Module is a direct link to that Learning Module.
Human Anatomy
Includes: Learning Modules 1-10 and Practice Exam A.
NOTE: The TITLE of each Learning Module is a direct link to that Learning Module.
Time Spent (HH:MM): 01:30
Comments: Working through the first module, I found that a few additions could make the learning experience easier and more effective. Including labeled diagrams, especially for the anatomical position image, would be very helpful for visual learners like myself to grasp the concepts faster and more clearly. I was able to find some labeled images through my own search, which really enhanced my understanding.
Thanks for the feedback, but I failed to mention clearly that I am planning to do an Instructional Review Video for each Learning Module and each Lab. I only need a review of the content to find mistakes - arrangement, spelling, grammer, navigation. You do not need to provide so much feedback on how to improve the learning experience. Students at different levels may want to put in extra time in the way they want to learn the material, but I can not cater to each student's particular needs. I have to keep it basic and proportionate.
As a post-graduate doctoral student you are far more intense and thorough than I need my students to be. Most of the materials are not critical information, and they will learn more and learn better as they proceed through the course and move on to the Skill Practicums - where they actually learn what the need to know and how to apply that knowldge. Section A is just general background information that will help later in the course as it will be reinforced accordingly.
Adding matching exercises in the module would also be a great tool for immediate practice. Going into the quiz without any practice was a bit overwhelming because I wasn’t sure what to expect. Having some practice opportunities beforehand would build confidence and better prepare learners. Some thing along the lines of;
Providing a blank body silhouette and a list of body parts for learners to drag and drop into correct locations. And finally having an option to reveal correct answers after submission.
Thank you, but I have to keep this simple. I have no intention to create learning exercises for the material (too much time and expense). I thik the videos will make up for the potential deficiencies that you are detecting.
Finally, for the quiz itself, I would recommend not displaying the answers on the side. This could allow learners to get credit even if they guessed incorrectly, which might undermine the assessment’s purpose. If the practice exams follow a different format, then the current quiz style could still serve as a good learning tool. However, if they follow the same pattern, it might be too easy for someone to quickly complete the certificate without fully understanding the material.
Thanks, but the quizzes are not for a grade - no pressure. They are teaching exercises that the students can use to test their own understanding after simply reading through the materials and visualizing the concepts. Cheating on the quizzes will be detected during the Skill Practicums where it all counts.
Thanks for the feedback, but I failed to mention clearly that I am planning to do an Instructional Review Video for each Learning Module and each Lab. I only need a review of the content to find mistakes - arrangement, spelling, grammer, navigation. You do not need to provide so much feedback on how to improve the learning experience. Students at different levels may want to put in extra time in the way they want to learn the material, but I can not cater to each student's particular needs. I have to keep it basic and proportionate.
As a post-graduate doctoral student you are far more intense and thorough than I need my students to be. Most of the materials are not critical information, and they will learn more and learn better as they proceed through the course and move on to the Skill Practicums - where they actually learn what the need to know and how to apply that knowldge. Section A is just general background information that will help later in the course as it will be reinforced accordingly.
Adding matching exercises in the module would also be a great tool for immediate practice. Going into the quiz without any practice was a bit overwhelming because I wasn’t sure what to expect. Having some practice opportunities beforehand would build confidence and better prepare learners. Some thing along the lines of;
Providing a blank body silhouette and a list of body parts for learners to drag and drop into correct locations. And finally having an option to reveal correct answers after submission.
Thank you, but I have to keep this simple. I have no intention to create learning exercises for the material (too much time and expense). I thik the videos will make up for the potential deficiencies that you are detecting.
Finally, for the quiz itself, I would recommend not displaying the answers on the side. This could allow learners to get credit even if they guessed incorrectly, which might undermine the assessment’s purpose. If the practice exams follow a different format, then the current quiz style could still serve as a good learning tool. However, if they follow the same pattern, it might be too easy for someone to quickly complete the certificate without fully understanding the material.
Thanks, but the quizzes are not for a grade - no pressure. They are teaching exercises that the students can use to test their own understanding after simply reading through the materials and visualizing the concepts. Cheating on the quizzes will be detected during the Skill Practicums where it all counts.
Completion Date: 10/21
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:45
Comments: Coming from a biology background, I pretty much knew what the different terms meant but to make it easier to learn I would suggest having a video in the lesson to help remember the terms better. There are a lot of terms and the images in the module don't help that much with learning. For example I was confused between circumduction and rotation, so I looked up a video on youtube which made it better to understand the concepts and the difference between each.
The Glossary of Terms describes the difference, but it can be confusing.Yes, the video will help avoid that issue.
I love that there was a question at the end to help me think before moving to the quiz
The Glossary of Terms describes the difference, but it can be confusing.Yes, the video will help avoid that issue.
I love that there was a question at the end to help me think before moving to the quiz
Completion Date: 10/22
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:30
Comments: As I was working through this module, one thing that came to mind is how helpful this workspace has been for me to keep track of what I’ve completed so far. However, I think it could be even easier for others if the lessons had a dedicated page on the website that clearly shows what they’ve completed and where to pick up next. While the paper sheet provided at the beginning is useful, having a direct link to each module, especially for those working toward the certificate, would be incredibly convenient.
There is a direct link to each module. On the Certification Course page you can link to each Section. Then, on the page for each Section you can link to each Learning Module in that Section. (For your convenience, the Title of each Review Assignment is a direct link to that Learning Module. -- Example: "The Skeletal system" linked above.)
There is a direct link to each module. On the Certification Course page you can link to each Section. Then, on the page for each Section you can link to each Learning Module in that Section. (For your convenience, the Title of each Review Assignment is a direct link to that Learning Module. -- Example: "The Skeletal system" linked above.)
I know this isn’t a pressing issue right now, but it’s just a thought that could really enhance the learning experience.
Apart from this, the module was easy to navigate and there isn't anything I would imagine being done differently.
In my day, courses were intentionally NOT made easy to learn so that we had to put in the work to actually learn, know, and retain the information, and then how to apply it, and also learn how to be organized and efficient. I'm not looking for ways to make it any easier to learn. The inforation itself is easy enough.
Apart from this, the module was easy to navigate and there isn't anything I would imagine being done differently.
In my day, courses were intentionally NOT made easy to learn so that we had to put in the work to actually learn, know, and retain the information, and then how to apply it, and also learn how to be organized and efficient. I'm not looking for ways to make it any easier to learn. The inforation itself is easy enough.
Completion Date: 10/22
Time Spent (HH:MM): 01:15
Comments:
This exercise was valuable, and I gained new insights from the lesson. However, I would like to suggest incorporating a visual element, such as a chart, to enhance the learning experience. Adding a chart would help maintain engagement, as the content became somewhat monotonous after the initial few sentences. Additionally, a visual aid could support memorization and reinforce key concepts more effectively.
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I made these two charts if you'd like to use them.
Thanks again for your effort. The videos will clearly explain everything. Your comments will help ensure that I address any points of confusion.
This exercise was valuable, and I gained new insights from the lesson. However, I would like to suggest incorporating a visual element, such as a chart, to enhance the learning experience. Adding a chart would help maintain engagement, as the content became somewhat monotonous after the initial few sentences. Additionally, a visual aid could support memorization and reinforce key concepts more effectively.
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screenshot_2025-10-22_at_2.07.24 pm.png
I made these two charts if you'd like to use them.
Thanks again for your effort. The videos will clearly explain everything. Your comments will help ensure that I address any points of confusion.
Completion Date: 10/23
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:45
Comments: I do not have any specific comments regarding this module. However, I found the material somewhat complex, although the inclusion of images was helpful for understanding. At this time, I am unable to identify any particular aspects that could be improved.
I am afraid I did not specify the primary reason for you to review the course. I am not asking you to suggest how to improve each Learning Module. That would be an endless job, which would go way beyond the scope and purpose of the course. This is simply to have you go through the material with a seperate set of eyes to make sure there are no major mistakes and that the website with its current features (links, charts, illustrations, quizzes, downloads, etc.) are fully displayed and all functioning properly.
I appreciate that you are taking the job so seriously. My budget does not allow me to enhance the features any more than what they are. I just need you to bring to my attention any problems you encounter as you go through the course as is. Although pointing out the content areas that need to be clarified in the video will be very helpful when I do the videos. I didn't want to make the videos until after the content was edited for any blatant mistakes. I apologize for the lack of clarity.
I am afraid I did not specify the primary reason for you to review the course. I am not asking you to suggest how to improve each Learning Module. That would be an endless job, which would go way beyond the scope and purpose of the course. This is simply to have you go through the material with a seperate set of eyes to make sure there are no major mistakes and that the website with its current features (links, charts, illustrations, quizzes, downloads, etc.) are fully displayed and all functioning properly.
I appreciate that you are taking the job so seriously. My budget does not allow me to enhance the features any more than what they are. I just need you to bring to my attention any problems you encounter as you go through the course as is. Although pointing out the content areas that need to be clarified in the video will be very helpful when I do the videos. I didn't want to make the videos until after the content was edited for any blatant mistakes. I apologize for the lack of clarity.
Completion Date: 10/23
Time Spent (HH:MM): 01:00
Comments: As the lessons progress, the material has become increasingly complex, containing a greater depth of information. Although there do not appear to be any immediate areas for simplification, the current structure remains effective. This module presents a substantial amount of content that will require additional time and reinforcement through external study resources to fully comprehend and retain.
Yes, thank you. I'll make sure the video compensates for the complexity of the material.
Yes, thank you. I'll make sure the video compensates for the complexity of the material.
Completion Date: 10/24
Time Spent (HH:MM): 1:45
Comments: This course was quite extensive, probably because I had to keep going back and forth to Google the location of each muscle. It was definitely time-consuming, and I have to admit, it gets pretty boring after the first few charts. It was also helpful to jot down the information I found on Google to reinforce my learning. We could explore ways to make it more efficient and engaging, even though I guess it’s naturally a bit tedious by nature.
Yes, thank you. Again, I'll make sure the video compensates for the complexity and monotony of the material. I had considered adding a series of pages that would illustrate each muscle before getting to the charts, but the course is not so much about the what the muscles themselves look like, as if they were going to do surgerieson them, but rather more on their external location and their action on the particular joints that each muscle moves, which can be done using yourself as the visual aid.
Yes, thank you. Again, I'll make sure the video compensates for the complexity and monotony of the material. I had considered adding a series of pages that would illustrate each muscle before getting to the charts, but the course is not so much about the what the muscles themselves look like, as if they were going to do surgerieson them, but rather more on their external location and their action on the particular joints that each muscle moves, which can be done using yourself as the visual aid.
Completion Date: 10/27
Time Spent (HH:MM): 01:30
Comments: This module was enjoyable, and the final activity provided a great opportunity to put theory into practice. One suggestion I have is to include a fill in the blank worksheet version to make the activity more interactive and easier to complete.
Heart Rate Reserve Activity Worksheet
Step 1: Measure Your Resting Heart Rate (RHR)
• Sit quietly for at least 5 minutes.
• My Resting Heart Rate (RHR): _______ beats per minute (bpm)
Step 2: Estimate Your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)
• Use this formula: 220 − your age = Predicted MHR
• My Age: _______
• My Predicted MHR: _______ bpm
Step 3: Calculate Your Heart Rate Reserve (HRR)
• HRR = MHR − RHR
• My HRR: _______ bpm
Step 4: Perform a Brief Strenuous Activity
• Type of activity (e.g., running, stairs): ___________________________
• Duration: _______ minutes
Step 5: Measure Your Exercise Heart Rate (Peak HR)
• Immediately after the activity, measure your heart rate.
• My Peak Exercise HR: _______ bpm
Extra Credit: Track Recovery
• Measure your heart rate every 30 seconds for 2 minutes after exercise.
• 30 seconds: _______ bpm
• 1 minute: _______ bpm
• 1.5 minutes: _______ bpm
• 2 minutes: _______ bpm
Step 6: Compare and Calculate
• Percent increase from RHR to Peak HR: _______%
• Percent of HRR used during activity: _______%
• Percent of HRR remaining for more intense exercise: _______%
Reflection Questions:
1. How quickly did your heart rate return to your resting level?
2. What does your recovery rate suggest about your current fitness level?
3. What strategies can help improve your heart rate recovery over time?
Health Reminder:
Regular exercise helps lower your resting heart rate and maintain a higher heart rate reserve as you age. This supports better endurance, heart health, and protection against common diseases such as heart attack, stroke, obesity, and dementia.
Graet idea! I will create a downloadable worksheet for the student to use for this Lab.
Heart Rate Reserve Activity Worksheet
Step 1: Measure Your Resting Heart Rate (RHR)
• Sit quietly for at least 5 minutes.
• My Resting Heart Rate (RHR): _______ beats per minute (bpm)
Step 2: Estimate Your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)
• Use this formula: 220 − your age = Predicted MHR
• My Age: _______
• My Predicted MHR: _______ bpm
Step 3: Calculate Your Heart Rate Reserve (HRR)
• HRR = MHR − RHR
• My HRR: _______ bpm
Step 4: Perform a Brief Strenuous Activity
• Type of activity (e.g., running, stairs): ___________________________
• Duration: _______ minutes
Step 5: Measure Your Exercise Heart Rate (Peak HR)
• Immediately after the activity, measure your heart rate.
• My Peak Exercise HR: _______ bpm
Extra Credit: Track Recovery
• Measure your heart rate every 30 seconds for 2 minutes after exercise.
• 30 seconds: _______ bpm
• 1 minute: _______ bpm
• 1.5 minutes: _______ bpm
• 2 minutes: _______ bpm
Step 6: Compare and Calculate
• Percent increase from RHR to Peak HR: _______%
• Percent of HRR used during activity: _______%
• Percent of HRR remaining for more intense exercise: _______%
Reflection Questions:
1. How quickly did your heart rate return to your resting level?
2. What does your recovery rate suggest about your current fitness level?
3. What strategies can help improve your heart rate recovery over time?
Health Reminder:
Regular exercise helps lower your resting heart rate and maintain a higher heart rate reserve as you age. This supports better endurance, heart health, and protection against common diseases such as heart attack, stroke, obesity, and dementia.
Graet idea! I will create a downloadable worksheet for the student to use for this Lab.
Completion Date: 10/27
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:45
Comments: I would recommend adding something like this at the beginning of the module when introducing the order of the air passages. Including a clear explanation or visual early on would really help with understanding—I didn’t realize the pattern myself until it was asked in the lab at the end.
Pathway of Air: The Conduction Zone
Air moves into your body and follows this path:
• Nose or mouth
• Pharynx (throat)
• Larynx (voice box)
• Trachea (windpipe)
• Bronchi (branches entering each lung—primary, secondary, tertiary, etc.)
• Bronchioles (smaller air passages)
• Finally, to the respiratory zone
Note: The diaphragm and other respiratory muscles help move air in and out of the lungs.
Yes, this will be explained in the video, as well. Thank you!
Pathway of Air: The Conduction Zone
Air moves into your body and follows this path:
• Nose or mouth
• Pharynx (throat)
• Larynx (voice box)
• Trachea (windpipe)
• Bronchi (branches entering each lung—primary, secondary, tertiary, etc.)
• Bronchioles (smaller air passages)
• Finally, to the respiratory zone
Note: The diaphragm and other respiratory muscles help move air in and out of the lungs.
Yes, this will be explained in the video, as well. Thank you!
Completion Date: 10/27
Time Spent (HH:MM): 2:00
Comments:
I looked up the Key Differences after the types of Blood Vessels, and this is what I found, which would be helpful to include in the module.
• Arteries and arterioles have thicker walls due to higher pressure from the heart’s pumping.
• They contain smooth muscle controlled by the autonomic nervous system to regulate blood pressure. - nice addition!
• Arteries have smaller lumens (internal passageways) to maintain pressure; veins have larger lumens and thinner walls
Aortic Arch (For this section did you mean to label the following as A-D or keep the left portion unlabeled?
(1) (Combination) Brachio (arm) -Cephalic (head) Artery (right arm-head artery) branches into the:
-- Right Subclavian Artery to supply the right arm
-- Right Common Carotid Artery to supply the right side of the head -- "A&B" are branches of the Brachio-Cephlic
(2) Left Common Carotid Artery to supply the left side of the head
(3) Left Subclavian Artery to supply the left arm
The formating of my website builder is very limited for outlines. There are only 3 branches directly off the Aortic Arch. The A&B did make it confusing. I will change it. Thanks.
The explanation about the Vasculature of the head and neck is correct primarily. It uses standard anatomical distinctions, but a minor clarification would make it more precise for academic or teaching purposes.
Common Carotid Artery Branches
• The common carotid arteries split into the internal and external carotid arteries at roughly the level of the fourth cervical vertebra (C4).
• The internal carotid artery ascends directly to the cranial cavity without branching in the neck; its main job is to supply the brain, eyes, and forehead.
• The external carotid artery gives off several branches in the neck and supplies the face, scalp, and neck structures.
Thanks, but too detailed. The video (that you did not know about) will help focus and clarify all this
Vertebral Arteries
• The vertebral arteries arise from the subclavian arteries at the base of the neck.
• They ascend through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae (usually starting at C6) and enter the cranial cavity to supply the posterior part of the brain, including the brainstem, cerebellum, and parts of the occipital lobes.
• Along their course, the vertebral arteries give off small branches that supply the cervical spinal cord and the deep muscles of the neck, but their primary destination is the brain rather than the cervical vertebrae or neck muscles themselves.
Thanks, but too detailed. The video again (that you did not know about) will help focus and clarify all this
Homeostasis (hō-mē-əˈ-stā-sis), noun – The maintenance of a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements of a living organism by adjusting physiological processes.
A simpler definition - Homeostasis is the process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions. It helps keep things like temperature, blood sugar, and pH within a normal range, essential for survival and proper function.
-- I agree! Thank you!
For the Vasculature of the Head & Neck topic:
Something like this would help better understand the concept:
• Common Carotid Arteries branch into:
• Internal Carotid Artery: supplies the brain
• External Carotid Artery: supplies the face and scalp
• Vertebral Arteries branch from the Subclavian Arteries at the base of the neck and supply small branches to the cervical vertebrae and neck muscles.
Thanks, but too detailed. The video again (that you did not know about) will help focus and clarify all this.
I looked up the Key Differences after the types of Blood Vessels, and this is what I found, which would be helpful to include in the module.
• Arteries and arterioles have thicker walls due to higher pressure from the heart’s pumping.
• They contain smooth muscle controlled by the autonomic nervous system to regulate blood pressure. - nice addition!
• Arteries have smaller lumens (internal passageways) to maintain pressure; veins have larger lumens and thinner walls
Aortic Arch (For this section did you mean to label the following as A-D or keep the left portion unlabeled?
(1) (Combination) Brachio (arm) -Cephalic (head) Artery (right arm-head artery) branches into the:
-- Right Subclavian Artery to supply the right arm
-- Right Common Carotid Artery to supply the right side of the head -- "A&B" are branches of the Brachio-Cephlic
(2) Left Common Carotid Artery to supply the left side of the head
(3) Left Subclavian Artery to supply the left arm
The formating of my website builder is very limited for outlines. There are only 3 branches directly off the Aortic Arch. The A&B did make it confusing. I will change it. Thanks.
The explanation about the Vasculature of the head and neck is correct primarily. It uses standard anatomical distinctions, but a minor clarification would make it more precise for academic or teaching purposes.
Common Carotid Artery Branches
• The common carotid arteries split into the internal and external carotid arteries at roughly the level of the fourth cervical vertebra (C4).
• The internal carotid artery ascends directly to the cranial cavity without branching in the neck; its main job is to supply the brain, eyes, and forehead.
• The external carotid artery gives off several branches in the neck and supplies the face, scalp, and neck structures.
Thanks, but too detailed. The video (that you did not know about) will help focus and clarify all this
Vertebral Arteries
• The vertebral arteries arise from the subclavian arteries at the base of the neck.
• They ascend through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae (usually starting at C6) and enter the cranial cavity to supply the posterior part of the brain, including the brainstem, cerebellum, and parts of the occipital lobes.
• Along their course, the vertebral arteries give off small branches that supply the cervical spinal cord and the deep muscles of the neck, but their primary destination is the brain rather than the cervical vertebrae or neck muscles themselves.
Thanks, but too detailed. The video again (that you did not know about) will help focus and clarify all this
Homeostasis (hō-mē-əˈ-stā-sis), noun – The maintenance of a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements of a living organism by adjusting physiological processes.
A simpler definition - Homeostasis is the process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions. It helps keep things like temperature, blood sugar, and pH within a normal range, essential for survival and proper function.
-- I agree! Thank you!
For the Vasculature of the Head & Neck topic:
Something like this would help better understand the concept:
• Common Carotid Arteries branch into:
• Internal Carotid Artery: supplies the brain
• External Carotid Artery: supplies the face and scalp
• Vertebral Arteries branch from the Subclavian Arteries at the base of the neck and supply small branches to the cervical vertebrae and neck muscles.
Thanks, but too detailed. The video again (that you did not know about) will help focus and clarify all this.
Completion Date: 10/29
Time Spent (HH:MM): 00:45
Comments: The questions were straightforward, except for the final question, number 25. Upon researching, I discovered that the most current scientific consensus indicates that blood flow to skeletal muscle increases by approximately 20- to 50-fold during maximal exercise compared to rest. I found this information in an article published in 2011. I wanting to know the source of your information to make sure that the information is up to date.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3157959/
Both statements are TRUE.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3157959/
Both statements are TRUE.
- True = The amount of blood flow (raw measurement) to a specific exercising muscle can increase 20-50 fold. (A resting muscle receives minimal blood flow, and also depends on the size and function of the muscle.)
- True = The proportion of the total cardiac output that goes to all the muscles during exercise increases about 10 fold.
- Also, I am limiting my comparison of rest to exercise in average adults, not elite athletes during maximum exertion.
Completion Date: 10/29
Paid: 10/31/25 - Section A = 11:45; $235.00 by Zelle.
Paid: 10/31/25 - Section A = 11:45; $235.00 by Zelle.
The next set of tasks will be to complete Section B:
Exercise is Medicine
Includes: Learning Modules 11-24 and Practice Exam B.
I will try to specify more precisely what I need for you to review and report.
NOTE: The TITLE of each Learning Module is a direct link to that Learning Module.
Also, if you click on "My Account" in the navigation menu, you can go directly to the Certification Course page, which links to each Section, which then links to each Learning Module in that Section.
Exercise is Medicine
Includes: Learning Modules 11-24 and Practice Exam B.
I will try to specify more precisely what I need for you to review and report.
NOTE: The TITLE of each Learning Module is a direct link to that Learning Module.
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Task #15:
Section B:
Exercise is Powerful Medicine
Learning Modules 11-24
1) Watch each Video linked below,
2) Review the Notes after watching each video.
3) Take the Quiz for each Learning Module,
4) Report any issues (fixes) for each Learning Module
5) Record the time spent on each Learning Module.
"Studying" the material is not necessary.
These should be very straight forward. Just pretend you're a student taking the course.
I'm not looking to change anyting. I just need to know if there are any website issues that need to be fixed.
I'm thinking the Time for each LM should not be more than twice the video's running time, unless there are a lot of fixes to report.
Then take the Section B Practice Exam and report any issues.
Send me a note by WhatsApp after you're done with each Learning Module, example: LM11, Done.
So that I can fix things as we go.
11/10/2025
Section B:
Exercise is Powerful Medicine
Learning Modules 11-24
1) Watch each Video linked below,
2) Review the Notes after watching each video.
3) Take the Quiz for each Learning Module,
4) Report any issues (fixes) for each Learning Module
5) Record the time spent on each Learning Module.
"Studying" the material is not necessary.
These should be very straight forward. Just pretend you're a student taking the course.
I'm not looking to change anyting. I just need to know if there are any website issues that need to be fixed.
I'm thinking the Time for each LM should not be more than twice the video's running time, unless there are a lot of fixes to report.
Then take the Section B Practice Exam and report any issues.
Send me a note by WhatsApp after you're done with each Learning Module, example: LM11, Done.
So that I can fix things as we go.
11/10/2025
Click on the #Title to open that LM in a new window.
11. Exercise & High Blood Pressure
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NONE
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Just a few things here and there.
“If you exercise less than 60 minutes per week, you can decrease your risk of developing high blood pressure by increasing the amount you exercise:”
This sentence is correct, but starting with “If you exercise less than 60 minutes per week” might be slightly confusing because the following percentages refer to people who increase their activity above this baseline. Maybe clarifying that these benefits describe reductions compared to the <60 min/week reference group.
For the sentence above we could use something like
"If you currently exercise less than 60 minutes per week can lower their risk of developing high blood pressure by increasing your weekly exercise"
Inconsistent capitalization: “High Blood Pressure” is capitalized in the conclusion and exercise Rx sections but lowercased elsewhere.
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
X Fixed. Thank you.
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NONE
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Just a few things here and there.
“If you exercise less than 60 minutes per week, you can decrease your risk of developing high blood pressure by increasing the amount you exercise:”
This sentence is correct, but starting with “If you exercise less than 60 minutes per week” might be slightly confusing because the following percentages refer to people who increase their activity above this baseline. Maybe clarifying that these benefits describe reductions compared to the <60 min/week reference group.
For the sentence above we could use something like
"If you currently exercise less than 60 minutes per week can lower their risk of developing high blood pressure by increasing your weekly exercise"
Inconsistent capitalization: “High Blood Pressure” is capitalized in the conclusion and exercise Rx sections but lowercased elsewhere.
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
X Fixed. Thank you.
12. Exercise & High Cholesterol
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NONE
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"The therapeutic effect from exercise is better than the therapeutic effect of cholesterol-lowering medication" This could be written clearer.
"Exercise provides a greater risk reduction than cholesterol-lowering medication"
The question, “If you have High Cholesterol, which is your choice?” could be rephrased to, “If you have high cholesterol, would you rather take medication or get regular exercise, considering the different risk reductions?" This would help it make sense and make it more formal per se
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
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NONE
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"The therapeutic effect from exercise is better than the therapeutic effect of cholesterol-lowering medication" This could be written clearer.
"Exercise provides a greater risk reduction than cholesterol-lowering medication"
The question, “If you have High Cholesterol, which is your choice?” could be rephrased to, “If you have high cholesterol, would you rather take medication or get regular exercise, considering the different risk reductions?" This would help it make sense and make it more formal per se
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
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13. Exercise & Obesity
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NONE
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"is twice as deadly as being fit" This sounds a but informal, unless you don't mind the tone. But if you'd like it to be a bit formal, you could use the line below.
"associated with twice the mortality risk"
Additionally, I found this sentence to be a bit confusing as well, maybe not so much confusing but the grammar somehow doesn't sound right.
More importantly, mortality (death) rates increase with increases in weight, but only for the unfit individuals -- who do not get regular exercise.
Could be substituted with. "More importantly, mortality (death) rates increase with higher body weight, but this increase is observed only in individuals who are unfit and do not engage in regular exercise."
A suggestion - "more whole plant foods, and less processed foods" ------> increased whole plant foods and reduced processed foods
Record time spent (minutes):
12 mins
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NONE
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"is twice as deadly as being fit" This sounds a but informal, unless you don't mind the tone. But if you'd like it to be a bit formal, you could use the line below.
"associated with twice the mortality risk"
Additionally, I found this sentence to be a bit confusing as well, maybe not so much confusing but the grammar somehow doesn't sound right.
More importantly, mortality (death) rates increase with increases in weight, but only for the unfit individuals -- who do not get regular exercise.
Could be substituted with. "More importantly, mortality (death) rates increase with higher body weight, but this increase is observed only in individuals who are unfit and do not engage in regular exercise."
A suggestion - "more whole plant foods, and less processed foods" ------> increased whole plant foods and reduced processed foods
Record time spent (minutes):
12 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
14. Exercise & Type 2 Diabetes
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NONE
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"Walking 30 minutes per day (10 minutes after each meal) decreases your risk of dying by more than 50%." Is this in regards to normal people or ones with Type 2 Diabetes.
People with Type 2 Diabetes, but who walk regularly, are at a lower risk of dying than other diabetics, who do not walk regularly.
Could be rephrased to;
"People with Type 2 Diabetes who walk regularly are at a lower risk of dying than other diabetics who do not walk regularly." This also looks and sounds grammatically correct.
Quiz
Although regular exercise helps prevent getting Type 2 Diabetes, it does not help protect against the negative health effects if you already have it.. This question sounds confusing, like the way it's worded. A rephrased version would help understand the question better. Below is the recommended rendition.
Although regular exercise helps prevent Type 2 Diabetes, it also helps protect against the negative health effects if you already have it. The original phrasing is intentionally a FALSE statement.
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
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NONE
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"Walking 30 minutes per day (10 minutes after each meal) decreases your risk of dying by more than 50%." Is this in regards to normal people or ones with Type 2 Diabetes.
People with Type 2 Diabetes, but who walk regularly, are at a lower risk of dying than other diabetics, who do not walk regularly.
Could be rephrased to;
"People with Type 2 Diabetes who walk regularly are at a lower risk of dying than other diabetics who do not walk regularly." This also looks and sounds grammatically correct.
Quiz
Although regular exercise helps prevent getting Type 2 Diabetes, it does not help protect against the negative health effects if you already have it.. This question sounds confusing, like the way it's worded. A rephrased version would help understand the question better. Below is the recommended rendition.
Although regular exercise helps prevent Type 2 Diabetes, it also helps protect against the negative health effects if you already have it. The original phrasing is intentionally a FALSE statement.
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
15. Exercise & Heart Attacks
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NONE
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What exactly does "dose-dependent" mean in this sentence, I'm a bit confused. A brief definition might help.
"The positive health effects of walking are clearly dose-dependent."
It is explained by the next phrase = The more you walk, the lower your risk.
Record time spent (minutes):
10 mins
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NONE
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What exactly does "dose-dependent" mean in this sentence, I'm a bit confused. A brief definition might help.
"The positive health effects of walking are clearly dose-dependent."
It is explained by the next phrase = The more you walk, the lower your risk.
Record time spent (minutes):
10 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
16. Exercise & Strokes
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NONE
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NONE
Record time spent (minutes):
7 mins
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NONE
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NONE
Record time spent (minutes):
7 mins
X Thanks.
17. Exercise & Cancer
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NONE
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"The bulk of the health benefit from exercise is realized at the moderate level of exercise." This sentence seems to be a off. Idk why, but could be because of the word "realized."
"Most health benefits from exercise are gained at a moderate level of activity"
Record time spent (minutes):
11mins
X Fixed. Thanks!
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NONE
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"The bulk of the health benefit from exercise is realized at the moderate level of exercise." This sentence seems to be a off. Idk why, but could be because of the word "realized."
"Most health benefits from exercise are gained at a moderate level of activity"
- Moderate Fitness Level decreases risk of dying from Cancer by 38%
- High Fitness level decreases risk of dying from Cancer by 55%
Record time spent (minutes):
11mins
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18. Exercise & Osteoporosis
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NONE
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re-gain bone strength (density) to regain bone strength (bone density) for clarification purposes
- "more dramatic when exercise levels are high in childhood and adolescence (5-14 years old) during bone development."-->
more substantial when individuals are physically active during childhood and adolescence (ages 5–14), the peak period of bone development
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7 mins
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NONE
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re-gain bone strength (density) to regain bone strength (bone density) for clarification purposes
- "more dramatic when exercise levels are high in childhood and adolescence (5-14 years old) during bone development."-->
more substantial when individuals are physically active during childhood and adolescence (ages 5–14), the peak period of bone development
Record time spent (minutes):
7 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
19. Exercise & Mental Illness
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The phrase “Exercise is energizing!” sounds informal ---> “Exercise has energizing effects.”
- "But in reality people do not have enough energy because they do not exercise.” This sentence could be restructured to something like
"But in reality, people often lack energy because they do not exercise."
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8 mins
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NONE
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The phrase “Exercise is energizing!” sounds informal ---> “Exercise has energizing effects.”
- "But in reality people do not have enough energy because they do not exercise.” This sentence could be restructured to something like
"But in reality, people often lack energy because they do not exercise."
Record time spent (minutes):
8 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
20. Exercise & Depression
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NONE
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15mins
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NONE
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- Medication Only Group & Exercise Only Group.
- Re-evaluated after 16 weeks of therapy. ---> to stay consistent with the writing format....Medication-only Group & Exercise-only Group. Or if you wanna disregard that consistency and take into account the importance of highlighting that portion, you could keep it as is.
- Concentrating, Organizing, Planning, Memorizing, etc. This sentence isn't making a lot of sense as written. A revised version could be ---> Mental abilities such as concentration, organization, planning, and memory were also evaluated
- Mental Abilities improved in only the Exercise Group.
The Medication Group did not improve in Mental Abilities. ----> The medication group did not show improvement in mental abilities. - Recovery from clinical Depression is better when treated with exercise than with medication... Clinical Depression in this sentence either needs to be capitalized or both need to be lower case.
- QUIZ 3rd question in the quiz FALSE is spelled wrong.
15mins
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21. Exercise & Dementia
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Chronological age and physiological age differs depending on one's lifestyle----> Chronological age and physiological age differ depending on one’s lifestyle
Exercise benefits people with dementia by lessening impact and slowing progression.”
Regular and appropriate exercise should be continued as long as possible for people with dementia.-----> is recommended for as long as is safely possible.
Less than 20% of "healthy" people over 65 years old engage in an adequate amount of regular exercise. People with dementia exercise even less.-----> Fewer than 20% of healthy people over 65 years old engage in an adequate amount of regular exercise
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15 mins
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Chronological age and physiological age differs depending on one's lifestyle----> Chronological age and physiological age differ depending on one’s lifestyle
Exercise benefits people with dementia by lessening impact and slowing progression.”
Regular and appropriate exercise should be continued as long as possible for people with dementia.-----> is recommended for as long as is safely possible.
Less than 20% of "healthy" people over 65 years old engage in an adequate amount of regular exercise. People with dementia exercise even less.-----> Fewer than 20% of healthy people over 65 years old engage in an adequate amount of regular exercise
Record time spent (minutes):
15 mins
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22. Exercise & Mortality
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NONE
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The greatest health benefit from exercise is realized at the Moderate level of fitness. Question. Shouldn't moderate is lower case?
Fitness prevents mortality (reduces the death rate)----> Fitness reduces mortality risk (death rate).. To make it sound more authentic
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10 mins
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NONE
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The greatest health benefit from exercise is realized at the Moderate level of fitness. Question. Shouldn't moderate is lower case?
Fitness prevents mortality (reduces the death rate)----> Fitness reduces mortality risk (death rate).. To make it sound more authentic
Record time spent (minutes):
10 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
23. Exercise & Longevity
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Fitness Level (Aerobic Capacity, VO2-Max) is the best predictor of longevity. ------>Fitness level—specifically aerobic capacity (VO2-Max)—is the best predictor of longevity.
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10 mins
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Fitness Level (Aerobic Capacity, VO2-Max) is the best predictor of longevity. ------>Fitness level—specifically aerobic capacity (VO2-Max)—is the best predictor of longevity.
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10 mins
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24. Summary of the Health Benefits of Exercise
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Our other 13 short videos in this series shows that the more you exercise---> Our other 13 short videos in this series show that the more you exercise:
The less likely you are of fracturing your hip due cto Osteiporosis ---> due to osteoporosis
Suggestion - I don't see a point of capitalizing the diseases since you've already made a point in each section. Here's a revised version if you'd like to use.
Our other 13 short videos in this series show that the more you exercise:
• The less likely you are to develop high blood pressure
• The more protected you are against the effects of high cholesterol
• The more protected you are from the negative health effects of obesity
• The less likely you are to develop type 2 diabetes
• The more protected you are against the effects of diabetes
• The less likely you are to have a heart attack
• The less likely you are to have a fatal stroke
• The less likely you are to die from cancer (especially colon, breast, prostate)
• The less likely you are to fracture your hip due to osteoporosis
• The more protected you are from developing mental illness (anxiety, distress, fatigue, etc.)
• The better your recovery from clinical depression and its impaired mental abilities
• The more protected you are from the onset and progression of dementia
• The more protected you are from all causes of death (mortality)
• The more likely you will live a longer and healthier life.
Summary: More Exercise = A lot Less physical disease and mental illness with a higher level of fitness and a better quality of life.
“More exercise = significantly less physical disease and mental illness, along with a higher level of fitness and better quality of life.” To make it sound clearer.
Record time spent (minutes):
22 mins
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NONE
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Our other 13 short videos in this series shows that the more you exercise---> Our other 13 short videos in this series show that the more you exercise:
The less likely you are of fracturing your hip due cto Osteiporosis ---> due to osteoporosis
Suggestion - I don't see a point of capitalizing the diseases since you've already made a point in each section. Here's a revised version if you'd like to use.
Our other 13 short videos in this series show that the more you exercise:
• The less likely you are to develop high blood pressure
• The more protected you are against the effects of high cholesterol
• The more protected you are from the negative health effects of obesity
• The less likely you are to develop type 2 diabetes
• The more protected you are against the effects of diabetes
• The less likely you are to have a heart attack
• The less likely you are to have a fatal stroke
• The less likely you are to die from cancer (especially colon, breast, prostate)
• The less likely you are to fracture your hip due to osteoporosis
• The more protected you are from developing mental illness (anxiety, distress, fatigue, etc.)
• The better your recovery from clinical depression and its impaired mental abilities
• The more protected you are from the onset and progression of dementia
• The more protected you are from all causes of death (mortality)
• The more likely you will live a longer and healthier life.
Summary: More Exercise = A lot Less physical disease and mental illness with a higher level of fitness and a better quality of life.
“More exercise = significantly less physical disease and mental illness, along with a higher level of fitness and better quality of life.” To make it sound clearer.
Record time spent (minutes):
22 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
Section B Exam
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Low Fit men with High Cholesterol can reduce their risk of dying by exercising and getting fit ----> Men with low fitness and high cholesterol can reduce their risk of dying by exercising and improving fitness.. Just how it's phrased sounds a bit off.
If someone is fat, they can not be fit-----> cannot
1. What type of response do studies show regarding the effects of regular exercise on high blood pressure? * high blood pressure here isn't capitalized, but High Cholesterol in the second question is, as well as in other parts of the quiz too where different diseases have been mentioned, some lower case and some upper case. So keeping this consistent might not seem like a big issue, but it does make sense.
Record time spent (minutes):
20 mins
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NONE
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Low Fit men with High Cholesterol can reduce their risk of dying by exercising and getting fit ----> Men with low fitness and high cholesterol can reduce their risk of dying by exercising and improving fitness.. Just how it's phrased sounds a bit off.
If someone is fat, they can not be fit-----> cannot
1. What type of response do studies show regarding the effects of regular exercise on high blood pressure? * high blood pressure here isn't capitalized, but High Cholesterol in the second question is, as well as in other parts of the quiz too where different diseases have been mentioned, some lower case and some upper case. So keeping this consistent might not seem like a big issue, but it does make sense.
Record time spent (minutes):
20 mins
X Fixed. Thanks.
Completion Date: 11/13/2025
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