Fitness

1. What is one of the most common mistakes people make when starting to meditate?

• A) Meditating for too long
• B) Not using a trainer
• C) Worrying about doing it 'right'
• D) Focusing too much on breathing

2. What metaphor does the author use to illustrate that the ability to relax through meditation is always accessible?

• A) A torrent of thoughts
• B) A cloud passing in the sky
• C) A centrifuge spinning
• D) A spa that we carry with us everywhere

3. Why is meditation referred to as an 'excellent antidote' to smartphones?

• A) It generates the same brain waves as using a phone
• B) It helps counter the constant demand for attention from notifications
• C) It is a feature available on most smartphones
• D) It requires the use of a smartphone app to be effective

4. What was the significance of meditation in the training of the 1988 Olympic gold medalist for archery?

• A) It was a minor part of her physical warm-up
• B) It was something she did only after winning the medal
• C) She considered it the most important part of her training
• D) Her coach forced her to do it against her will

5. According to the text, what is the primary objective of all types of meditation?

• A) Achieving physical strength
• B) Calming the mind
• C) Winning Olympic medals
• D) Replacing sleep

6. What is the Japanese word 'ikigai' defined as in the text?

• A) A type of meditation
• B) A mental exercise
• C) A reason to live
• D) A state of nirvana

7. What physiological effect does meditation have on the brain?

• A) It stops all brain wave activity
• B) It only activates the brain before sleeping
• C) It generates relaxing alpha and theta brain waves
• D) It increases the number of thoughts per day