Chapter 11 review

B. Two to three minutes

In strength training, what rest period is recommended between exercises for exercises that use large muscle groups? A. 30 seconds B. Two to three minutes C. Three to four minutes D. One to two minutes

A. Brisk walking

An example of aerobic exercise is A. Brisk walking B. Bench-pressing weights C. Stretching exercises D. Holding yoga poses

C. physical activity

Any body movement produced by the contraction of skeletal muscles and that substantially requires energy expenditure is A. endurance. B. physical fitness. C. physical activity. D. exercise.

B. Two-thirds

According to the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research, what percentage of all cancers could be prevented by lifestyle changes (including a healthy diet and regular exercise)? A. One-half B. Two-thirds C. One-quarter D. One-third

A. the volume of oxygen consumed by the muscles during exercise

Aerobic capacity is defined as A.the volume of oxygen consumed by the muscles during exercise. B. continued exercise that utilizes oxygen as workload is increased. C. an increased workload during exercise. D. cardiorespiratory endurance during stress.

D. static stretching

Exercise techniques that slowly and gradually lengthen a muscle or group of muscles and their tendons involve A. strength training. B. range of motion. C. yoga postures. D. static stretching.

C. target heart rate

Exercising at 70% to 90% of your maximum heart rate means that you are working at your A. cardiorespiratory rate. B. endurance heart rate. C. target heart rate. D. threshold level.

B. A joint or series of joints

Flexibility is the range of motion around A. Specific bones B. A joint or series of joints C. The tendons D. The muscles

B. overload

Janice has been lifting 95 pounds while doing three sets of six leg curls. To become stronger, she began lifting 105 pounds while doing leg curls. What principle of strength development does this represent? A. Reversibility B. Overload C. Flexibility D. Specificity of training

C. Cardiorespiratory fitness

Miguel is a cross-country runner is therefore able to sustain moderate-intensity, whole-body activity for extended periods of time. This ability relates to what component of physical fitness? A. Flexibility B. Body composition C. Cardiorespiratory fitness D. Muscular strength and endurance

A. increasing the number of repetitions

Muscular endurance is best developed by A. increasing the number of repetitions. B. increasing the speed of movements. C. increasing the time between sets. D. increasing the amount of weight lifted or resistance used.

C. increasing the amount of weight lifted or resistance used

Muscular strength is best developed by A. increasing the speed of movements. B. increasing the number of repetitions. C. increasing the amount of weight lifted or resistance used. D. increasing the time between sets.

A. Monitoring the quantity and quality of your workouts

Overuse injuries can be prevented by A. Monitoring the quantity and quality of your workouts B. Engaging in only one type of aerobic training C. Working out daily D. Working out with a friend.

A. contraction

RICE is the acronym for the proper method of treating workout or sports injuries; it includes all of the following EXCEPT A. contraction. B. elevation. C. rest. D. ice.

A. decreasing the amount of blood pumped with each cycle

Regular aerobic activity improves the efficiency of the heart by all of the following EXCEPT A. decreasing the amount of blood pumped with each cycle. B. improving blood flow. C. increasing the number of capillaries in skeletal muscles. D. strengthening the heart muscle.

A. high-density lipoproteins

Regular exercise is known to increase the body's levels of A. high-density lipoproteins. B. red blood cells. C. low-density lipoproteins. D. triglycerides.

C. reducing bone mass

Regular physical activity has all of the following effects on bone health EXCEPT A. increasing bone density. B. improving resistance to fractures. C. reducing bone mass. D.lowering risk of osteoporosis.

A. Life expectancy

Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following EXCEPT a lower A. life expectancy. B. incidence of hypertension. C. incidence of type 2 diabetes. D. incidence of cardiovascular disease.

A. Exercise intensity

The "talk test" measures A. Exercise intensity B. Exercise time C. Exercise frequency D. Exercise type

A. physical fitness

The ability to perform moderate to vigorous levels of physical activity on a regular basis without excessive fatigue is known as A. physical fitness. B. physical performance. C. muscular endurance. D. muscular strength.

B. Muscular strength

The amount of force a muscle is capable of exerting is A. muscular endurance. B. muscular strength. C. muscular capacity. D.one repetition maximum.

C. Aerobic capacity

The maximum volume of oxygen consumed by the muscles during exercise defines A. Target heart rate B. Muscular strength C. Aerobic capacity D. Muscular endurance

B. flexibility

The sit-and-reach test is used to measure A. cardiorespiratory fitness. B. flexibility. C. muscle strength. D. muscle endurance

D. Body composition

Theresa wants to lower her ratio of fat to her total body weight. She wants to work on her A. Flexibility B. Muscular endurance C. Muscular strength D. Body composition

C. Engaging in daily physical activity

Type 2 diabetes can be prevented by A. Reading about it B. Getting your blood sugar level tested C. Engaging in daily physical activity D. It cannot be prevented

D. all of the above

What is physical fitness? A. It can be health-related or performance-related B. It means having enough reserves after working out to cope with a sudden challenge C. It involves cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition D. All of the above

A. 30 minutes

What is the minimum of physical activity needed each day to provide substantial health benefits? A. 30 minutes B. 40 minutes C. 45 minutes D. 20 minutes

A. overuse injuries

When experienced athletes engage in progressive increases in training without enough rest and recovery time, they may experience A. overuse injuries. B. training reversal. C. muscle fatigue. D. a performance plateau.

A. Fit, comfort, and shock absorption

When shopping for cross-training or running shoes, which aspects should be your primary consideration? A. Fit, comfort, and shock absorption B. Brand, price, and fit C. Color, fit, and comfort D. Shock absorption, price, and style

D. Hypothermia

Which of the following is a potentially fatal condition resulting from abnormally low core body temperature? A. Hypertension B. Hyperthermia C. Hypotension D. Hypothermia

D. the condition involves involuntary muscle contractions

Which of the following is true about heat cramps? A. The condition involves excessive water loss resulting from prolonged exercise or work. B. The condition results from an abnormally low body temperature. C. The condition is life-threatening. D. The condition involves involuntary muscle contractions.

B. One repetition maximum

Which term is used to describe the amount of weight or resistance that can be lifted or moved only once? A. Maximum load B. One repetition maximum C. Endurance point D. Single maximum capacity