Intro to Kinesiology Midterm
List and describe two sub-disciplines of exercise and sport sciences that interest you the most. explain
The two sub-disciplines of exercise and sport sciences that interest me the most are exercise physiology and athletic training.
A benefit of physical activity is controlling blood pressure. -True -False
True
Careers in sport broadcasting, sport journalism, and sport photography reflect the interdependence of sports and the media. -True -False
True
Obesity is a major health problem for children and adults in the United States. -True -False
True
Physical therapy requires an understanding of the anatomical and physiological bases of human movement. -True -False
True
Social skills, sales ability, and sport expertise are important credentials for careers in health and fitness clubs. -True -False
True
Sport management degrees provide important preparation for administering golf courses, bowling lanes, gymnastics schools, tennis camps, and swimming centers. -True -False
True
Sportsmanship, discipline, self-confidence, and stress management are desirable affective outcomes of physical education, exercise science, and sport programs. -True -False
True
The Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health recommends that people of all ages, both male and female, should participate in moderate amount (minimum of 30 minutes) of physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week in order to enjoy the associated health benefits. -True -False
True
The naturalist believes that physical well-being can enhance a readiness to learn mental, moral, and social skills. -True -False
True
The opportunity to be responsible for other people and their performance could be a factor contributing to career choice. -True -False
True
Wellness includes the emotional, mental, physical, social, and spiritual factors that lead to an overall state of well-being, quality of life, and ability to contribute to society. -True -False
True
In which of these philosophies does the individual determine the subject matter and the learning method? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
a. existentialism
Which of the exercise and sport sciences would include the study of causal attribution relative to the importance placed on ability, effort, luck, and task difficulty on the outcome of a sporting event? sportsmanship and other aspects of ethical behavior in sports. a. athletic training b. exercise physiology c. motor learning. athletic training d. sport and exercise psychology e. sport biomechanics
d. sport and exercise psychology
Which of the following would not be considered an ethical principle? a. An opponent is not the enemy but a worthy athlete deserving to be treated exactly as everyone would wish to be treated. b. Fair play means playing within the letter and spirit of the rules. c. Games are not played to intimidate; the ideal purpose is a mutual quest for excellence through challenge. d. Sportsmanship requires modesty, humility in victory, praise for the winners, and self-respect in defeat. e. All of the above are ethical principles
e. All of the above are ethical principles
This career requires a doctor's degree and research productivity for tenure. a. Athletic administration b. Coaching c. Fitness club management d. Therapeutic recreation e. University professor in one of the exercise and sport sciences
e. University professor in one of the exercise and sport sciences
Which of the following is not related to skill-related physical fitness? a. agility b. balance c. coordination d. reaction time e. all of the above
e. all of the above
Which of these following is a benefit of flexibility? a. Enhances circulation of the blood and healing of muscular injuries b. Enhances muscle fiber adaptation and hypertrophy c. Increases muscular strength d. Improves range of motion of joints e. Both a and d.
e. both a and d
Researchers in this exercise and sport science study information processing, types of feedback, and methods of practice. a. athletic training b. exercise physiology c. motor development d. motor learning e. sport psychology
motor learning
In which of the exercise and sport sciences do specialists study achievement motivation, arousal, attribution, and personality development? a. exercise physiology b. motor development c. motor learning d. sport and exercise psychology e. sport biomechanics
sport and exercise psychology
A bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, sport management, or exercise science is required to become an instructor in outdoor education. -True -False
False
A sport philosopher studies the optimal frequency, intensity, and duration of an effective conditioning program. -True -False
False
All high school coaches must have degrees in physical education. -True -False
False
An academic discipline by definition must practically apply its body of knowledge. -True -False
False
Because athletic programs at large universities have become businesses, coaches increasingly have earned master's degrees in sport management. -True -False
False
Methods of practice, such as whole or part and physical or mental, are often studied by the sport sociologist. -True -False
False
Moral knowing is the most important step in the moral reasoning process. -True -False
False
More teachers desire coaching positions in the schools than there are available teams to coach. -True -False
False
Most careers in fitness fields offer lucrative salaries and traditional working hours. -True -False
False
Motor development applies only to learning of motor skills by children. -True -False
False
School teachers who also coach are paid approximately half of their salaries for teaching and half of their salaries for coaching. -True -False
False
Sport biomechanists use treatment modalities such as ultrasound, whirlpool, and ice massage. -True -False
False
The longer athletes participate in sport, the higher their moral reasoning because they are learning how to play fair and be good sports. -True -False
False
The moral reasoning of interscholastic athletes is more consistent, impartial, and reflective than is that of non-athletes. -True -False
False
There is no positive relationship between work productivity and level of physical fitness. -True -False
False
A sport manager may use computer-enhanced images to analyze and improve the performance of sport skills. -True -False
False
Career opportunities in the exercise and sport science are limited. -True -False
False
College coaches must have earned at least a master's degree. -True -False
False
Daily physical education is currently required for all students in public and private schools. -True -False
False
Individuals with chronic medical conditions should avoid physical activity. -True -False
False
It is illegal (violation of state laws) for physical educators to teach classes in the public schools outside their major field. -True -False
False
Licensure requirements for physical education teachers are the same throughout the United States. -True -False
False
Motor learning specialists and sport psychologists are interested in studying how imaging may improve an athlete's performance. -True -False
False
Muscular strength and muscular endurance mean the same thing. -True -False
False
Personal lifestyle preferences have nothing to do with choosing a career. -True -False
False
Physical activity and physical fitness mean the same thing. -True -False
False
Physical activity must be vigorous, defined as exercising above the target heart rate zone, in order to be beneficial. -True -False
False
Physical activity, while beneficial, does not reduce the risk of hypertension, colon cancer, and diabetes. -True -False
False
Physical education and sport professionals cannot teach ethical behaviors. -True -False
False
Senior citizens should not participate in vigorous activity because of cardiovascular problems, osteoporosis, and arthritis. -True -False
False
Sport historians study sportsmanship and other aspects of ethical behavior in sports. -True -False
False
Utilitarianism states that moral duties are prescriptive and independent of consequences. -True -False
False
What is graduate education? How long does each graduate degree (Master's and Doctoral) usually take to achieve?
Graduate education is an advanced study at an accredited institution and may require a thesis, an original research program, an internship along with a comprehensive examination or other summative assessment, or a practicum experience. A master's degree takes one to two years to complete, while a doctoral degree takes three to five years after completion of a master's.
What is the difference between health and wellness?
Health is defined as the absence of disease, and it includes physical fitness and the five parts of wellness.
An important criterion for continuation in a job is the level of personal fulfillment and satisfaction. -True -False
True
Applied sport psychology focuses on using an understanding psychological theories and techniques to help athletes improve their performances. -True -False
True
Art, music, and literature enjoy numerous synergies and relationships with the exercise and sport sciences. -True -False
True
Before choosing a career, it is important to assess your personal lifestyle preferences. -True -False
True
Claiming there is no rule against an unethical behavior, no one will ever know about the unethical behavior, or everyone else does the unethical behavior are rationalizations for trying to make this unethical behavior seem to be ethical. -True -False
True
Continuing education or lifelong learning of new knowledge and skills is beneficial for career advancement. -True -False
True
Developing a personal philosophy is important in gaining insights into your behaviors, beliefs, and values. -True -False
True
Exercise physiologists investigate the biochemical reactions that supply muscles with energy. -True -False
True
Exercise physiologists, sport biomechanists, and athletic trainers may conduct joint research projects concerning ways to prevent the reoccurrence of injuries. -True -False
True
Fair play means playing within the letter and spirit of the rules. -True -False
True
Illustrations of professional involvement would be joining a professional organization, reading its journals, and attending its conferences. -True -False
True
Increased cognitive involvement in physical education usually leads to a better understanding of the activity and better execution of skills. -True -False
True
Individuals with degrees in sport management find jobs in professional and college sport programs, recreation departments, corporate fitness centers, and commercial sport businesses. -True -False
True
Lack of motivation, time, money, physical skills, and knowledge prohibit many people's participation in physical activities. -True -False
True
Many corporate fitness centers provide individually prescribed exercise programs, health appraisals, and stress management workshops. -True -False
True
One valued outcome of a school physical education program is to help students learn how to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. -True -False
True
Opportunities to teach sport skills exist in schools, youth sport programs, public and private health, fitness and sport clubs, and colleges. -True -False
True
Personal experiences are important as foundations for developing personal philosophies. -True -False
True
Physical therapists are governed by a code of ethics. -True -False
True
Principles are universal rules of conduct that identify what kinds of actions, intentions, and motives are valued. -True -False
True
The best academic preparation for a student majoring in sport management includes management foundations, sports applications, and an internship or work experience within the field. -True -False
True
The first step in the research process or scientific method is to ask a research question or state a problem that is measurable. -True -False
True
Which of the exercise and sport sciences is the study of the causes and consequences of bodily functioning and changes occurring due to physical activity? a. exercise physiology b. athletic training c. motor development d. motor learning e. sport biomechanics
a. exercise physiology
Which of these philosophies focuses on individualized activities in physical education and sport encourage creativity and self-awareness and personal responsibility for learning? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
a. existentialism
Members of this association facilitate research associated with physical activity, athletic training, and exercise physiology. a. Amateur Athletic Union b. American College of Sports Medicine c. American Council on Exercise d.National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association e. National Recreation and Park Association
b. American College of Sports Medicine
Which of these philosophies advocates that ideals, values, and truths are universal and eternal and remain the same regardless of how the interpretations of individuals may vary? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
b. idealism
Which of these philosophies states that the development of the total person is important, but if there is a conflict development of the mind and the body, the mind must take precedence? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
b. idealism
Which of the exercise and sport sciences would include the study of sport marketing, sport finance, and legal aspects of sport? a. motor development b. sport management c. sport history d. sport philosophy e. sport sociology
b. sport management
Which of these is a manipulative skill? a. eye-hand coordination b. striking c. twisting d. walking e. all of the above are manipulative skills
b. striking
Members of this association certify aerobics instructors and personal trainers. a. Amateur Athletic Union b. American College of Sports Medicine c. American Council on Exercise d.National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association e. National Recreation and Park Association
c. American Council on Exercise
Which of the following is not a research-proven benefit of physical activity? a. Reduced risk of osteoporosis b. Reduced risk of diabetes c. Increased eye-hand coordination d. Increased maintenance of healthy bones, muscles, and joints e. Increased alertness and ability to learn
c. Increased eye-hand coordination
Which association establishes professional standards for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries? a. American College of Sports Medicine b. American Council on Exercise c. National Athletic Trainers' Association d. National Strength and Conditioning Association e. Shape America
c. National Athletic Trainers' Association
Which of the objectives for physical education, exercise science, and sport includes the evaluation, application, synthesis, analysis, comprehension, and acquisition of knowledge? a. affective b. cognitive c. health-related physical fitness d. psychomotor e.skill-related physical fitness
cognitive
Which of these philosophies states that knowledge originates in the physical world but emerges through experimentation? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
e. realism
Which of these philosophies uses the scientific method when seeking truth? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
e. realism
Which of the exercise and sport sciences would include research into developmentally appropriate physical education for all ages? a. athletic training b. exercise physiology c. motor learning d. sport and exercise psychology e. sport biomechanics
motor development
Individuals in this exercise and sport science use both descriptive and interpretive research. a. motor development b. motor learning c. sport history d. sport management e. sport philosophy
sport history
Members of this association offer recreation programs for the general public. a. Amateur Athletic Union b. American Council on Exercise c. National Collegiate Athletic Association d. National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association e. National Recreation and Park Association
d. National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association
Members of this association organize college recreational programs. a. American Council on Exercise b. National Collegiate Athletic Association c. National Federation of State High School Associations d. National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association e. National Recreation and Park Association
d. National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association
Which of the following criteria is not essential for a field of study or work to be classified as a profession? a. Extensive, formal educational process completed b. Complex, systematic body of theoretical knowledge c. Continued professional growth and development d. Professionals must hold graduate degrees e. Service to society
d. Professionals must hold graduate degrees
For this career, a person needs skills in interviewing, writing, and the willingness to work under the pressure of deadlines? a. Athletic administration b. Coaching c. Recreation services d. Sports journalism e. University teaching
d. Sports journalism
Which of these items should not be included in a personal philosophy in a professional portfolio? a. Academic honors received b. Description of your personal values and how they relate to your chosen career c. Professional certifications earned d. Work experiences e. All of the above should be included in a personal portfolio
e. All of the above should be included in a personal portfolio
The philosophy based on the laws and order of the world as revealed by science independent from human experience. a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
e. realism
Define ethics and explain why it is important to teach in relation to athletics/sports.
Ethics is the study of moral values. It is important to teach in relation to athletics and sports so that athletes show good sportsmanship and will do good for their team mates and their opponent.
A personal trainer and strength coach is the same career choice. -True -False
False
Practitioners are only interested in the application of knowledge, while disciplinarians are only interested in the creation of new knowledge. -True -False
False
Specialists in nutrition promote scientific inquiry and the application of research findings to the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases and specific medical conditions. -True -False
False
The greatest challenge facing a personal trainer is designing a safe and effective program. -True -False
False
A student must have completed an entry-level athletic training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education and pass the Board of Certification exam in order to become certified as an athletic trainer. -True -False
True
According to the research findings of the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, for most health outcomes, additional benefits occur as the amount of physical activity increases through higher intensity, greater frequency, and/or longer duration. -True -False
True
Allowing or disallowing an athlete to dispute an official's call is an ethical choice by the coach. -True -False
True
An elementary physical education teacher must be licensed to teach. -True -False
True
Because dietary factors often affect physical performances, some exercise physiologists conduct research relative to nutritional factors. -True -False
True
Becoming a compliance officer in intercollegiate athletics is an example of a career choice for a sport manager. -True -False
True
Careers in fitness may include leadership, instruction, and exercise prescription in clinical, club, and specialized settings. -True -False
True
Careers in sport management could include sales positions for sport clothing and sporting equipment. -True -False
True
Exercise scientists in clinical settings are committed to helping people of all ages learn more about the importance of physical activity to their health and well-being. -True -False
True
Many of the beneficial affects of exercise training from both endurance and resistance activities diminish within two weeks if physical activity is substantially reduced, and benefits disappear within two to eight months if physical activity is not resumed. -True -False
True
Physical therapy is the treatment of physical injury or dysfunction using therapeutic exercises and modalities with the goal of restoring normal function. -True -False
True
Professional organizations publish journals to disseminate research findings and information that can enhance the learning of individuals in the field. -True -False
True
Which of the following would not be a responsibility of a director of sport marketing? a. Facility management b. Increase ticket sales c. Market the team's image and reputation d. Sell team merchandise e. All of the above are associated responsibilities.
a. Facility management
According to the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health, when do the beneficial effects of exercise training begin to diminish? a. within two weeks b. within one month c. within two to eight months d. within one year e. The beneficial effects of exercise training are permanent.
a. Within two weeks
Expecting students to demonstrate good sportsmanship during class activities is an example of which type of physical education objective? a. affective b. cognitive c. nationalistic d. naturalistic e. psychomotor
a. affective
Which of the following is a characteristic of an academic discipline? a. body of scholarly knowledge b. code of ethics c. intrinsic motivation for serving others d. practical application e. all of the above are descriptive of an academic discipline
a. body of scholarly knowledge
A twentieth-century philosophy that centers on individual existence and advocates that truth and values are arrived at by each person's experiences. a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
a. existentialism
Which of the exercise and sports sciences is described by the maturation and changes in motor behavior throughout life and individuals progressing from unskilled movements to the learning of complex motor patterns? a. motor development b. motor learning c. sport and exercise psychology d. sport biomechanics e. sport sociology
a. motor development
Professionals in this career help individuals rehabilitate from injuries and disabling conditions. a. Elementary physical education b. Physical therapy c. Senior citizens' exercise programs d. Sporting goods sales e. Sports information
b. Physical therapy
Monitoring of oxygen uptake and exhalation of carbon dioxide, measuring heart rate and function, and analyzing the chemical activities of the body during exercise are examples of research in this exercise and sport science. a. athletic training b. exercise physiology c. motor learning d. sport and exercise psychology e. sport biomechanics
b. exercise physiology
Which of the following describes the principle of training that is defined as placing increasing amounts of stress on the body to cause adaptations that improve fitness? a. regularity b. overload c. progression d. variety e. individualism
b. overload
Members of this association oversee interscholastic sports. a. Amateur Athletic Union b. National Collegiate Athletic Association c. National Federation of State High School Associations d.National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association e. National Recreation and Park Association
c. National Federation of State High School Associations
Once you have formulated your personal philosophy, it will remain the same throughout your career. -True -False
False
School physical education programs are financed well and a priority in schools because of their unique contributions to the education of the whole child. -True -False
False
The career choice made in college is critically important since seldom does a person change careers during a lifetime. -True -False
False
The development of moral values is an automatic outcome of competing in sports. -True -False
False
The director of a cardiac rehabilitation program must be certified as a personal trainer. -True -False
False
Work hours for intramural/campus recreation specialists are normally 8 am to 5 pm. -True -False
False
Knowledge of results and feedback are associated with motor learning. -True -False
True
What are some ways you gain experience in your career area?
You can gain experience through volunteer work, internships, extracurricular activities, and summer or part time jobs.
In designing and implementing a fitness program, what are the four most important principles to implement? a.Frequency, intensity, time, and type b.Frequency, progression, rest, and individualization c.Intensity, progression, specificity, and reversibility d.Intensity, time, progression, and specificity e. Time, type, variety, and recovery
a. Frequency, intensity, time, and type
Which of the following is a characteristic of skill-related physical fitness? a. balance b. frequency c. intensity d. muscular strength e. perceptual-motor skills
a. balance
Which of the following career areas is associated with the leisure services field? a. Athletic training b. Elementary physical education specialist c. Private sport club d. Sport psychology e. None of the above
c. Private sport club
Specialists in this exercise and sport science study the mechanical principles of force application and absorption, leverage, and stability. a. athletic training b. sport and exercise psychology c. sport biomechanics d. sport management e. sport sociology
c. sport biomechanics
Which of the following could be used as a rationalization or justification for behaving unethically? a. Argue that while a rule was violated, the situation along with the amount of good accomplished overshadowed the small amount of harm; that is, the end justifies the means. b. State that the action is not unethical since the action harmed no one or no foul was called or penalty assessed. c. Try to make it seem that the unethical action is really ethical, such as by claiming there is no rule against it, no one will ever know, or everyone else does it. d. All of the above can be used as rationalizations or justifications. e. Only B and C could be used as rationalizations or justifications.
d. All of the above can be used as rationalizations or justifications.
In which of the following undergraduate majors or graduate specializations would a student prepare for a career in corporate fitness? a. Adapted physical education b. Athletic training c. Coaching d. Exercise science or exercise physiology e. Sport philosophy
d. Exercise science or exercise physiology
Which of the following responsibilities is an athletic trainer not expected to complete? a. assess injuries b. design and help implement conditioning programs c. use preventative taping d. all of the above
d. all of the above
Which of these philosophies stresses the importance of developing social skills and education for social efficiency? a. existentialism b. idealism c. naturalism d. pragmatism e. realism
d. pragmatism
Specialists in this exercise and sport science examine achievement, motivation, arousal, attribution, and personality development. a. athletic training b. exercise physiology c. motor learning. athletic training d. sport and exercise psychology e. sport biomechanics
d. sport and exercise psychology
A person in this exercise and sport science would study sportsmanship and other aspects of ethical behavior in sports. a. motor development b. sport management c. sport history d. sport philosophy e. sport sociology
d. sport philosophy
What is the principle of training that is defined changing equipment, exercises, and activities to avoid boredom, reduce risk of overuse injuries, and increase motivation or adherence? a. regularity b. overload c. progression d. variety e. individualism
d. variety
Which of the following would not be an influencing factor on a person's career choice? a. A role model in this career b. Enjoyment of working with people c. Monetary benefits d. Job security e. All of the above could be influencing factors.
e. All of the above could be influencing factors.
What are the FITT principles?
The FITT principles are frequency, intensity, time, and type.
What are the components of health-related fitness?
The components of health-related fitness are body composition, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility.
What are the components of skill-related fitness?
The components of skill-related fitness are balance, agility, power, coordination, reaction, time, and speed.
A motor learning specialist examines the relationship of movements to prior knowledge and skills, transfer of learning, types of practice sessions, and feedback and knowledge of results. -True -False
True
A need exists for physical education, exercise science, and sport professionals prepared to provide recreational and leisure activities for senior citizens. -True -False
True
A sport psychologist may use biofeedback to help athletes relax or control their arousal levels. -True -False
True
List and describe the 5 traditional philosophies.
1. Idealism is important for understanding. 2. Realism is stating scientific laws are in control. 3. Naturalism stresses individual over society. 4. Pragmatism states experiences seek the truth. 5. Existentialism determines reality