P.E.-Designing a Fitness Plan Study Guide
What is the BEST reason to ease into an exercise program? A. Failure to ease into an exercise program can lead to injury and discouragement. B. Easing into an exercise program decreases the likelihood that it will lead to lifestyle changes. C. Failure to ease into an exercise program may lead to the loss of an exercise partner. D. all of the above
A.
Which of the following statements about exercising during pregnancy is TRUE? A. Pregnant women should not exercise at very high altitudes. B. Women should not exercise during pregnancy. C. Pregnant women should get 2 hours of vigorous exercise a week. D. During pregnancy, women should exercise in a supine position.
A.
What is the BEST reason to ease into an exercise program? A. Failure to ease into an exercise program can lead to injury and discouragement. B. Easing into an exercise program decreases the likelihood that it will lead to lifestyle changes. C. Failure to ease into an exercise program may lead to the loss of an exercise partner. D. all of the above
A. Failure to ease into an exercise program can lead to injury and discouragement.
Environmental factors that can affect activity selection include __________. A. personal safety, pollution, and extreme temperatures B. cost of facilities, extreme temperatures, and pollution C. competitive level, extreme temperatures, and personal safety D. pollution, competitive level, and extreme temperatures
A. personal safety, pollution, and extreme temperatures
Which of the following exercise preferences is NOT influenced by personality? A. access to a high-quality exercise facility B. comfortable number of participants C. level of competition for activities D. skill level required for participation
A. access to a high-quality exercise facility
Which of the following is a common precaution for people with known health issues? A. avoid exercising alone B. loosen stiff joints before exercise C. check blood sugar levels often D. avoid high-impact activities
A. avoid exercising alone
Which of the following is NOT a necessary step to effectively prioritize goals? A. determining a set of tasks for each goal B. deciding which goals are most important C. outlining goals D. organizing goals into categories
A. determining a set of tasks for each goal
Individuals should participate in activities __________ to improve cardiovascular fitness. A. twice a day B. three to five days a week C. two to three days a week D. seven days a week
B.
Why is there a growing concern over the physical fitness of children and adolescents? A. Children and adolescents are overly concerned with exercise and fitness. B. A combination of poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle are leading to greater occurrences of obesity in children and adolescents. C. Children and adolescents are getting too much of the wrong kind of exercise. D. Although the diets of children and adolescents have improved over the years, participation in exercise has decreased .
B. A combination of poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle are leading to greater occurrences of obesity in children and adolescents.
Which of the following statements BEST describes circuit training? A. Circuit training sessions vary in length. B. Circuit training is a program that moves through a prescribed set of exercises. C. Circuit training is a program that alternates between intense exercise and rest periods. D. Circuit training sessions take place in different locations.
B. Circuit training is a program that moves through a prescribed set of exercises.
It's recommended that those with osteoporosis __________. A. monitor their blood sugar levels throughout cardiorespiratory activities B. increase their bone density with high-intensity activities C. always have their inhalers close by during flexibility activities D. limit their overall activity time to 20 minutes per day
B. increase their bone density with high-intensity activities
What is the purpose of brainstorming during the development of an action plan? A. It keeps the list of action steps to a minimum. B. It increases the likelihood that key points will be included. C. It ensures that only essential items are included on the list of action steps. D. all of the above
B. It increases the likelihood that key points will be included.
When creating the final version of your action plan all of the following are true EXCEPT: A. all of the goals that you created for yourself are realistic and can be met B. all of the goals reflect the same specific topic C. you have created a time frame for yourself in which to achieve your goals D. each goal is flexible and can be easily modified
B. all of the goals reflect the same specific topic
Individuals should participate in activities __________ to improve cardiovascular fitness. A. twice a day B. three to five days a week C. two to three days a week D. seven days a week
B. three to five days a week
What is the recommended amount of physical activity for children? A. at least 2 hours per day B. 4 hours per week C. at least 1 hour per day D. no more than 30 minutes per day
C.
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the benefits of aerobic exercise and type 2 diabetes? A. Aerobic exercises can cure type 2 diabetes. B. Aerobic exercise can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. C. Aerobic exercise can help people better manage their blood sugar levels. D. Aerobic exercise lowers your heart rate, which helps lower one's blood sugar levels.
C. Aerobic exercise can help people better manage their blood sugar levels.
Which of the following phrases BEST describes structured exercise? A. flexible, changing B. intense, competitive C. organized, follows a pattern D. competitive, flexible
C. organized, follows a pattern
When beginning an exercise program, people with asthma should always __________. A. avoid activities that use increased oxygen levels B. monitor their levels of glucose very carefully C. plan a steady progression of exercise intensity D. skip the warm-up and cool down periods
C. plan a steady progression of exercise intensity
Which of the following statements about developing a personal fitness program is NOT true? A. When developing a personal fitness program, it is important to implement strategies that will help maintain the program as well as give it a successful start. B. Personal factors such as age, health concerns, and likes are important to consider when developing a personal fitness program. C. The starting skill level of the physical activities included in a personal fitness program should be determined from other individuals' fitness programs. D. The FITT principle should be used when developing a personal fitness program.
C. The starting skill level of the physical activities included in a personal fitness program should be determined from other individuals' fitness programs.
Which of the following is NOT a short-term fitness goal? A. working out 3 times a week B. losing 1 pound per week C. establishing healthier nutritional habits D. eating twice as many fruits each day
C. establishing healthier nutritional habits
An exercise program is MOST beneficial to one's health when done in conjunction with __________. A. a partner B. patience C. lifestyle changes D. a positive attitude
C. lifestyle changes
Which of the following types of health-related fitness would be most significantly improved by participating in intense weight training? A. flexibility B. cardiorespiratory fitness C. muscular strength D. muscular endurance
C. muscular strength
What is the purpose of a fitness log? A. to apply the FITT principle B. to limit the amount of time spent on varying activities C. to track and monitor progress D. to increase personal interest in activities
C. to track and monitor progress
How can incorporating lifestyle activities into a fitness program increase the likelihood of its success? A. It increases the amount of time spent on fitness activities. B. It is often more convenient to participate in lifestyle fitness activities than more formal fitness activities. C. It helps a personal fitness program lead to lifestyle change. D. all of the above
D.
Which of the following factors should be considered when designing a personal fitness program? A. goals B. activities C. variety D. all of the above
D.
Which of the following is the least effective way to get an exercise program back on track? A. identifying the cause of noncompliance B. adjusting the reward system to improve motivation C. preparing for future challenges D. feeling guilty
D.
Which of the following is the least important factor of a personal fitness program? A. the individual's personal conditions B. the availability of resources C. the level of motivation D. the time of day physical activity will be performed
D.
The first thing a student should do when developing an action plan is __________. A. organize a list of action items B. prioritize essential actions C. write a list of actions D. clarify the goal
D. clarify the goal
Basketball is a(n) __________ activity. A. unstructured, competitive, and group B. unstructured, recreational, and solo C. structured, recreational, and group D. structured, competitive, and group
D. structured, competitive, and group
Which of these is NOT a popular exercise program? A. swimming B. weight training C. walking D. sunbathing
D. sunbathing
Individuals need to adjust their physical activity to account for __________ as they age. A. reduced flexibility B. decreased energy levels C. a loss of balance D. all of the above
D. all of the above
Which of the following practices is most likely to increase the chances that a personal fitness program will be successful? A. breaking fitness goals into smaller steps B. choosing fitness activities that have personal interest C. implementing a reward program D. all of the above
D. all of the above
Which of the following is NOT a factor in maintaining a fitness program? A. patience B. variety C. flexibility D. appearance
D. appearance
Of the activities listed below, which would be classified as a group activity? A. weight training B. cycling C. yoga D. soccer
D. soccer
Which of the following is an example of a healthy short-term goal? A. bench press an additional 100 pounds B. lose 40 pounds C. eat nutritious meals D. improve grades from one academic year to the next
Eating nutritious meals
Which of the following is NOT a short-term fitness goal? A. working out 3 times a week B. losing 1 pound per week C. establishing healthier nutritional habits D. eating twice as many fruits each day
Establishing healthier nutritional habits
It is not beneficial to have an effective purpose when setting goals.
F
Modifying your personal action plan can impede personal fitness goals.
F
Once an action plan is in place, it should not be changed.
F
Personal action plans should not be flexible and cannot be modified.
F
Fitness requirements are the same for individuals of all ages.
False
For those with health issues, regular exercise is not generally recommended. True or False
False
Starting a vigorous and intense exercise program is recommended for those with obesity. True or False
False
Tennis is classified as an exercise program. True or False
False
Your attitude has no influence on how regularly you exercise True or False
False
Your attitude has no influence on how regularly you exercise. True or False
False
It is possible for an individual to exercise too much. T or F
False.
How does setting a specific timeframe in which to complete a goal increase the chances of the goal being met?
It creates accountability by establishing deadlines.
Short-term goals can be set to help achieve specific long-term goals.
T
Checking blood sugar levels before, during, and after exercise is important for diabetics. True or False
True
Exercise is important for people with arthritis because it increases muscle and bone strength. True or False
True
Starting a fitness plan slowly will lead to better results than starting out quickly.
True
The level of competition is an important factor for many people when selecting a physical activity True or False
True
Exercise is important for people with arthritis because it increases muscle and bone strength.
True.
For those with health issues, regular exercise is not generally recommended. T or F
True.
Interval training is an exercise program that intersperses intense physical activity with periods of rest. T or F
True.
Our personality tends to shape our exercise habits.
True.
The level of competition is an important factor for many people when selecting a physical activity.
True.
Two types of physical activities are exercise programs and sports activities.
True.
Why is it important that goals be measurable?
all of the above
When creating the final version of your action plan you want to ensure that all of the following are true of your action plan EXCEPT:
all of the goals reflect the same specific topic
Which of the following tasks would least help an individual achieve a goal to safely lose weight?
buying newer, smaller clothes
Which of the following is the most important step in the process of setting goals?
devising a way to achieve the goals
Which of the following would NOT be an example of a long-term goal?
run a 5k in three weeks
