Intro to Fit/Wellness Test #1

Speed and force (strength) are two components of: a. endurance. b. agility. c. power. d. balance.

C

______ is defined as the ability to produce maximum force in the shortest time. a. Balance b. Power c. Speed d. Agility

B

The goal, "I will reduce my body fat to 20 percent body fat in 2 weeks" is not: a. specific. b. measurable. c. realistic. d. motivating.

C

Which of the following is a component of health-related fitness? a. Speed and power b. Coordination c. Reaction time Muscular strength

D

When joints are regularly moved through their entire range of motion, ______. a. flexibility decreases. b. muscles shorten. c. flexibility increases. d. ligaments shorten.

C

Which of the following is CORRECT? a. A higher resting heart rate always indicates a stronger heart b. A lower resting heart always indicates a stronger heart c. A lower resting heart rate might indicate a stronger heart d. A normal resting heart rate indicates a stronger heart

C

Which of the following is NOT true of the body core? a. A strong core reduces low back pain b. Core strength affects balance of the body c. Few of the major muscles attach to the core d. The core transfers energy from the legs to the arms during exercise

C

Which of the following is a benefit of having strong core muscles? a. Increased one repetition maximum b. Increased hand grip strength c. Decreased low back pain d. Increased overall flexibility

C

______ wellness is the dimension most commonly associated with being healthy. a. Emotional b. Mental c. Physical d. Spiritual

C

While measuring blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer and a stethoscope, ______ blood pressure is recorded as the point where the sound of the pulse becomes audible. a. average b. diastolic c. mean d. systolic

D

The maximal amount of resistance an individual is able to lift in a single effort is used to measure: a. muscular endurance. b. muscular strength. c. muscular flexibility. d. muscular resistance.

B

The range of motion at a joint or group of joints that can be achieved without causing injury is known as: a. stretching. b. flexibility. c. elongation. d. elasticity.

B

A significant amount of _______ is necessary to perform a double back somersault with a full twist. a. agility b. power c. speed d. coordination

A

Fast-twitch fibers generate more force than slow-twitch fibers. a. True b. False

A

For the general population, skill-related fitness is important for: a. coping with emergency situations. b. becoming successful athletes. c. prolonging life expectancy. d. being competitive in sports.

A

John recycles and uses public transportation most of the time. He possesses a high level of ______ wellness. a. environmental b. occupational c. social d. physical

A

Moderate-intensity exercise is recommend for healthy pregnant individuals. a. True b. False

A

Scientific evidence now links participation in fitness and wellness programs not only to better health but also to lower medical costs and higher job productivity. a. True b. False

A

Slow-sustained stretching: a. causes the muscles to relax. b. causes severe muscle pain. c. is not held at a final position. d. is the least recommended method.

A

Subluxation is the partial dislocation of a joint. a. True b. False

A

The action stage requires the greatest commitment of time and energy on the part of the individual. a. True b. False

A

The health fitness standards proposed in Chapter 1 are based on data linking: a. minimum fitness values to disease prevention and health. b. maximum fitness values to disease prevention and health. c. minimum fitness values to the ability to enjoy recreational activities. d. adequate fitness values to the ability to enjoy recreational activities.

A

To achieve significant strength gains, a minimum of 8 weeks of consecutive training is necessary. a. True b. False

A

Using various techniques to avoid unnecessary snacking helps one through the ______ process of change. a. countering b. monitoring c. rewards d. self-analysis

A

Which of the following exercises stretches the shoulder joints? a. Triceps stretch b. Quad stretch c. Side stretch d. Hip stretch

A

Which of the following is TRUE of the body core? a. A strong core reduces low back pain b. Core strength affects balance of the body c. Few of the major muscles attach to the core d. The core transfers energy from the legs to the arms during exercise

A

You should avoid exercising if you have a: a. fever. b. runny nose. c. scratchy throat. d. stuffy nose.

A

Which of the following statements is TRUE? a. About 50 percent of the people account for 30 percent of healthcare costs b. About 50 percent of the people use up about 97 percent of healthcare dollars in the U.S. c. The average health care cost per person in the U.S. is the lowest worldwide d. The United States provides good healthcare for all of its citizens

B

Which of the following types of exercises benefit individuals with loose joints and low back pain the most? a. Dynamic exercises b. Pilates exercises c. Plyometric exercises d. Kettleball exercises

B

As the scientific evidence continues to mount each day, most people are adhering to a healthy lifestyle program. a. True b. False

B

Controlled ballistic stretching is not recommended. a. True b. False

B

Exercise in the cold can lead to: a. frozen lungs. b. frostbite. c. cold cramps. d. COPD.

B

Flexibility is usually greater in those with more body fat. a. True b. False

B

Permanent lengthening of soft tissue is called: a. elastic elongation. b. plastic elongation. c. plastic flexibility. d. plastic stretching.

B

Physical fitness alone is always sufficient to lower the risk for disease and ensure better health. a. True b. False

B

Power refers to the ability to quickly and efficiently change body position and direction. a. True b. False

B

The importance of evaluating body posture is to detect: a. flexibility levels. b. deviations from normal body alignment. c. muscular strength deficiencies. d. cardiovascular endurance limitations.

B

An example of a measurable objective is: a. "I will eat healthier starting tomorrow." b. "I will lose weight in five months." c. "I will go to bed earlier every day." d. "I will go to bed at 10PM every day."

D

Back pain is considered chronic if it persists longer than: a. 12 months. b. 6 months. c. 9 months. d. 3 months.

D

The base fitness conditioning program should last a minimum of: a. 4 months. b. 4 years. c. 6 months. d. 6 weeks.

D

During the ______, the person continues the new behavior for up to five years. a. contemplation stage b. preparation stage c. maintenance stage d. termination stage

C

For the beginner, long-term strength training often leads to the decrease of _______ more than the increase of muscle mass. a. lean mass b. protein retention c. fat mass d. water storage

C

Improvements in maximal oxygen uptake in older adults are ______ those of younger people. a. lower than b. greater than c. similar to d. different from

C

Lengthening of a muscle as it exerts resistive force is known as ______ resistance. a. concentric b. variable c. negative d. positive

C

Mary has a sense of meaning and direction in her life and a relationship to a higher being. She has a high level of ______ wellness. a. intellectual b. mental c. spiritual emotional

C

On the sit and reach flexibility test the number ______ represented average flexibility. a. 14 b. 7 c. 9 d. 2

C

Problems of motivation, one of the three impediments that can keep one from quitting smoking, arise when an individual: a. does not have the skills to quit smoking. b. does not believe that they can quit. c. does not believe smoking causes any harm. d. is afraid that they cannot succeed in quitting.

C

SMART goals refer to those that are: a. written based on a thorough analysis of problem behaviors. b. written for anyone who wishes to change a problem behavior. c. specific, measurable, acceptable, realistic and time specific. d. special, meaningful, accountable, reasonable and treatable.

C

Which of the following elements of modern-day architecture reinforce healthy behaviors? a. Automatic doors b. Accessible elevators c. Elegant escalators d. Accessible stairways

D

Which of the following is NOT an example of a toxic environment for wellness? a. Remote controls and cellular phones b. Super-sized fries and hamburgers c. Television and the Internet d. Bicycle lanes and jogging trails

D