LFIT Quiz Questions (Chapters 1-7 All)
For weight loss, total fat intake should be limited to
Less than 20 percent
Is the following an example of an antecedent to exercise? When Betty is feeling nervous or anxious, she eats.
No
A person stands with their body not moving, but turns their head to look left. This movement would be called
left rotation
Select all of the following statements that are true about about how the nerve controls the muscle?
1) A group of muscle fibers controlled by an axon is called a motor unit. 2)Neurotransmitters carry nerve signals from the terminal branches to the muscle fiber. 3)The axon carries an electrical signal from the nervous system down nerve branches towards the muscle fibers.
To be considered vigorous, an activity must elicit a heart rate between ____ and _____ of heart rate reserve.
60%, 90%
How much physical activity does the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommend that you do each week?
A combination of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity and 75 minutes of vigorous intensity physical activity per week
Which of the following statement is TRUE about aerobic exercise in relation to weight loss? A. 60-90 min of aerobic exercise on most days of the week may be necessary to promote weight loss B. Walking for 20 mins will burn more total calories than running the same duration C. A greater proportion of calories burned during vigorous aerobic exercise will be fat calories than when engaging in light exercise D. The mode of aerobic exercise has no impact on weight loss
A. 60-90 min of aerobic exercise on most days of the week may be necessary to promote weight loss
Which of the following meet the definition of "regular" exercise? A. All of these B. Three or more days a week of vigorous intensity exercise totaling 75+ minutes C. An adequate combination of moderate intensity exercise and vigorous intensity exercise D. Five days a week of 30+ minutes of moderate intensity exercise
A. All of these
A cellular adaptation to enhance muscular endurance is A. All of these occur with endurance training. B. an increase in myoglobin content. C. an increase in mitochondrial density. D. an increase in aerobic enzymes.
A. All of these occur with endurance training
This body composition assessment technique sends a weak electrical current through the body and estimates body fat percentage based on resistance to the flow of the current. A. BIA B. DEXA C. Air displacement plethysmography D. BMI
A. BIA
The unit of measurement used to determine the amount of energy in a food is a A. calorie B. sodium C. degrees Celsius D. cholesterol
A. Calorie
Which of the following statements are true about flexibility training? A. Flexibility training maintains muscle tone and helps prevent injury B. It changes the responses of the proprioceptors C. It promotes changes in the connective tissue around the joint D. It is meant to make muscles longer
A. Flexibility training maintains muscle tone and helps prevent injury B. It changes the responses of the proprioceptors C. It promotes changes in the connective tissue around the joint
Which of the choices below are true about gynoid obesity? A. Gynoid obesity is the fat accumulation around the hips and thighs. It poses a lower risk for chronic disease than does android obesity. B. Gynoid obesity refers to excess fat carried in the abdomen or torso. C. Gynoid obesity is the typical fat accumulation pattern seen in men. D. Gynoid obesity increases an individual's risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases more than android obesity.
A. Gynoid obesity is the fat accumulation around the hips and thighs. It poses a lower risk for chronic disease than does android obesity.
Below are 4 pairs of factors that influence health and wellness. Select the pair of factors that are most likely to increase risk to chronic disease. A. Inactivity and poor diet B. Exercise and weight management C. Lifestyle and motivation D. Genetics and environment
A. Inactivity and poor diet
A good rule to follow when performing static stretching is A. Increase the stretch to appropriate tension, but no pain. B. Dynamic stretches should always follow exercise. C. Stretching is a great warm-up activity. D. Follow static stretches with ballistic stretches.
A. Increase the stretch to appropriate tension, but no pain.
Which is TRUE about protein ingestion? A. Individuals involved in heavy resistance training or vigorous endurance training likely benefit by increasing intake of protein to 1.4-1.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. B. Inactive individuals consuming great quantities of protein avoid muscle loss. C. Ingesting excess protein helps add muscle mass. D. Approximately 0.8 grams of protein should be ingested for each kilogram of body weight each day to support muscle growth during heavy lifting phases.
A. Individuals involved in heavy resistance training or vigorous endurance training likely benefit by increasing intake of protein to 1.4-1.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day.
_______ is defined as the ability to exert maximal force of a given joint a single time. A. Muscular strength B. Plasticity C. Muscular endurance D. Flexibility
A. Muscular strength
Which is correctly paired when considering resistance training modalities? A. Novice lifters - likely benefit by use of machine weights for safety reasons. B. Novice lifters - likely need to train for power to improve muscle size more rapidly and then develop endurance or strength. C. Advanced lifters - likely need to use more bands and body weight to improve overall strength. D. Advanced lifters - benefit greatly by using machine weights which limit range of motion to safe levels.
A. Novice lifters - likely benefit by use of machine weights for safety reasons.
Adaptation is best described as A. Physiological changes that take place because of chronic disruption of homeostasis. B. A measurement of how hard you work out or stretch. C. An increase in aerobic enzymes after resistance training for power. D. An increase in muscle cells.
A. Physiological changes that take place because of chronic disruption of homeostasis.
Darby smokes two packs of Camels a day. Which of the following an example of how Darby's habit impacts his environment? A. Second hand smoke kills approximately 3,000 people each year B. Smoking increases Darby's likelihood of getting sick and missing work C. Tobacco smoking in the U.S. kills 1 in 5 people every year. D. Tobacco smoking significantly increases Darby's risk for lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, and chronic lung disease
A. Second hand smoke kills approximately 3,000 people each year.
Which of the following is an example of an abduction motion? (Select all that apply) A. With his hand, Jim holds the door open for his mom. B. Jerry raises his hand in class. C. Kevin puts his hands in his pockets. D. To spin faster while ice skating, Susan tucks her arms close to her body.
A. With his hand, Jim holds the door open for his mom. B. Jerry raises his hand in class.
As cardiorespiratory fitness increases, resting heart rate will A. decrease B. be harder to measure C. stay the same D. increase
A. decrease
Which of the following foods contain more unsaturated fat than saturated fat? A. fish and olive oil B. dairy products C. beef and pork D. bread
A. fish and olive oil
Which two types of joints are rare in the human body? A. saddle and pivot B. gliding and movable C. hinge and ball-and-socket
A. saddle & pivot
Which of the following statements most closely describes progression in regard to cardiorespiratory exercise? A. gradually increasing the frequency, intensity and/or duration of aerobic exercise as you become more aerobically fit B. making a change in the type of exercise you engage in C. gradually increase muscle strength and flexibility D. always choosing vigorous exercise in order to reach your goal faster
A. gradually increasing the frequency, intensity and/or duration of aerobic exercise as you become more aerobically fit
Which of the following often have the greatest impact on decisions that you make about your life? A. money and time B. where you live C. school D. work
A. money and time
Creatine phosphate (CP) is a source of energy that enables you to A. sprint B. think C. relax D. digest food
A. sprint
The Rockport Walk Test and the Cooper 12-Minute Run Test are two examples of A. submaximal aerobic tests. B. maximal aerobic tests C. strength tests. D. laboratory tests.
A. submaximal aerobic tests.
Range of motion is limited primarily by A. the type of joint in question. B. tendon length. C. ligament length. D. muscle tension.
A. the type of joint in question
Progressive Overload is A. training to bring about muscle change through planned periods of overload. B. completing an circuit of resistance exercises during each workout. C. training in such a way as to make a desired adaptation occur. D. adding in different modes of exercise to keep the program exciting.
A. training to bring about muscle change through planned periods of overload.
Which of the following is the BEST exercise to assess your overall muscular power? A. vertical jump B. push-ups C. curl-ups D. bench press repetitions to failure
A. vertical jump
Muscle fiber type: oxidative fibers
Are darker in color due to the greater amount of iron in the fibers
Muscle fiber type: oxidative-glycolytic fibers
Are somewhat economical and somewhat powerful
Which of the following choices is true about essential fat: A. Essential fat is found just below the surface of the skin. B. Essential fat is necessary for normal physiological functioning. C. Essential fat plus visceral fat makes up total body fat. D. Essential fat makes up about 10-12 percent of body weight in males.
B. Essential fat is necessary for normal physiological functioning.
When doing static stretching, applying "appropriate tension" means A. Holding your breath while progressively increasing the stretch. B. Progressively increasing the stretch to tightness, but not pain. C. Progressively increasing the stretch until your joint locks. D. Progressively increasing the stretch until you feel pain.
B. Progressively increasing the stretch to tightness, but not pain.
Which of the following is not a physiological benefit of cardiorespiratory endurance training? A. Faster recovery of heart rate and breathing following exercise B. Increased blood pressure C. Improved cholesterol level D. Decreased resting heart rate
B. Increased blood pressure
Is the following an example of an antecedent to exercise? Tennis, because after playing tennis, Bob usually sleeps better than night. A. Yes B. No
B. No
To ensure nutritional needs are met, women should never consume fewer than _______ kcal per day. A. 1,000 B. 1,200 C. 2,000 D. 1,500
B. 1,200
According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, the definition of obesity is: A. A body mass index that is greater than 25. B. A body mass index that is greater than 30. C. A body fat percentage greater than 25 percent. D. An excess amount of fat at a given height.
B. A body mass index that is greater than 30.
For the following situation, Is it a barrier or motive to exercise? Susan loves to run, but on weekdays the only time she can go for a run is after dark.
B. Barrier
The characteristics of strength, speed, and endurance have a special name and are classified as A. specific indicators of potential aerobic performance. B. biomotor abilities. C. health-related fitness.
B. Biomotor abilities
The volume of blood pumped by the heart with each beat is ______________ and gives an indication of the strength of the heart. A. VO2max B. stroke volume C. blood pressure D. pulse
B. Stroke Volume
What is the goal of lifestyle medicine? A. To make sure everyone sees a doctor and receives a medical exam every year B. To use lifestyle interventions to prevent and treat diseases C. To prevent infectious diseases D. To use alternative medicines, such as acupuncture, to treat diease
B. To use lifestyle interventions to prevent and treat diseases
To maintain your current weight: A. REE must be less than total daily energy expended. B. Total daily energy expended should be near your total intake of calories. C. Caloric intake must exceed total daily energy expended. D. Caloric intake should be below 1,200 kcal.
B. Total daily energy expended should be near your total intake of calories.
A ______ supply of blood glucose must be made available to the brain. A. limited B. constant C. frequent D. intermittent
B. constant
Please select one of the choices below to make this statement true. Cardiovascular disease... A. is the cause of one out of every two deaths in the United States. B. is the collective name given to diseases of the heart and blood vessels. C. is the second leading cause of death in the United States. D. costs the United States over 400 billion dollars per year in health costs.
B. is the collective name given to diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
Which of the following meets the recommendations for physical activity for health and fitness benefits? A. performing 10 minutes of vigorous exercise twice a day 3 days per week B. performing 20 minutes of vigorous exercise 4 days per week C. performing 60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise 2 days per week D. performing 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise 4 days per week
B. performing 20 minutes of vigorous exercise 4 days per week
Heart rate can be taken by using a heart rate monitor or by taking your pulse at either your carotid artery at your neck or your _______ artery at your _______. A. brachial; elbow B. radial; wrist C. brachial; wrist D. pulmonary; chest
B. radial;wrist
What does 1RM mean? A. intensity of repetitive motion B. the most weight a person can lift one time C. one repetitive motion D. the weight that a person can lift ten times
B. the most weight a person can lift one time
Range of motion is limited primarily by A. muscle tension B. the type of joint in question. C. tendon length. D. ligament length.
B. the type of joint in question
Actin and myosin are A. the names of two muscles in the quadriceps muscle group. B. two of the contractile proteins that reside inside the muscle cell. C. two important connective tissues. D. regulatory proteins inside the fascicle.
B. two of the contractile proteins that reside inside the muscle cell.
Which of the following are characteristics of "attainable" in a SMART goal? A. Achievement of the goal is very simple. B. You have the knowledge and ability, when supplying dedicated effort, to reach the goal. C. You have the skill and ability to make or reach the goal easily. D. You can reach your goal within 30 days.
B. you have the knowledge and ability, when supplying dedicated effort, to reach the goal
Trunk rotation is when A. extend your upper body while sitting. B. your upper body moves independently of your lower body. C. you stretch out your lower back. D. your upper body moves in the same direction as your upper body
B. your upper body moves independently of your lower body.
Match the type of stretching exercise—dynamic stretches or static stretches—to the appropriate situation. Before weight lifting: After running:
Before weight lifting- dynamic stretches After running- static stretches
For males, body fat below 3 percent is classified as underweight. Which of the following choices is true about being underweight?
Being underweight is associated with increased disease risk related to immune function.
Cardiac arrhythmias, amenorrhea, and erosion of the esophagus are all possible consequences of which eating disorder?
Bulimia nervosa
Reaching to grab something from the top shelf of your closet would employ A. static stretching B. PNF stretching C. functional flexibility D. ballistic flexibility
C. functional flexibility
Which of the following match the ACSM's recommendation for the amount of strength training a person should do in a week? A. 1 time per week B. only if you are pursuing athletic fitness C. 2 or more times per week D. 1 time per month
C. 2 or more times per week
According to ACSM's recommendations, if your goal is to improve health and you plan to engage in moderate exercise for 30 mins per session, how many days per week should you exercise A. 3 B. 4 C. 5 D. 2
C. 5
Which of the following is NOT an example of a lifestyle disease? A. Hypertension caused by lack of physical activity B. Depression caused by an unfulfilling career Correct! C. Breast cancer caused by an inherited gene mutation D. Diabetes caused by excessive soda consumption
C. Breast cancer caused by an inherited gene mutation
Which of the following is an example of an intrinsic motivation? A. Jerold doesn't see any reason to change the way he eats. B. Jocelyne decides to go to a party instead of study because she doesn't want to be left out. C. Kim's love of nature is the reason why she goes hiking every weekend. D. Hassan is on a diet because his coach told him he had to lose at least 10 pounds.
C. Kim's love of nature is the reason why she goes hiking every weekend.
During the first 8 to 12 weeks of a lifting program, you are discouraged that your muscles are not changing size. However, you are getting stronger. What does this illustrate? A. This is a rare occurrence with no real explanation. B. You do not have the ability to increase muscle size. C. Neuromuscular adaptations are occurring. D. You are engaging in training specifically for strength.
C. Neuromuscular adaptations are occurring.
The distinction between "whole muscle" and "muscle fiber" is A. The cells that make up a muscle. B. Muscle fiber and whole muscle mean the exact same thing. C. The whole muscle is a grouping of all of the muscle fibers (of the specific muscle in D. The whole muscle refers to all of the muscle in the entire body.
C. The whole muscle is a grouping of all of the muscle fibers (of the specific muscle in)
In order to burn the same amount of calories, you would need to exercise for nearly ______ as long at a light intensity as with vigorous exercise. A. three times B. five times C. twice D. four times
C. Twice
An extension motion is characterized by: A. a circular motion of the limbs around the joint. B. a decrease in the angle of the limbs surrounding the joint. C. an increase in the angle of the limbs surrounding the joint. D. a sideways motion of the limbs surrounding the joint.
C. an increase in the angle of the limbs surrounding the joint.
Oxygen is carried in the blood by binding to A. protein B. carbon dioxide. C. hemoglobin. D. alveoli.
C. hemoglobin
A _____ state, which prompts the breaking down of muscle tissue, occurs with inactivity or inadequate ingestion of protein.
Catabolic
The key principles for developing a weight loss or weight management plan are self-monitoring, ___________, and planning ahead.
Creating a SMART goal
When you do endurance exercise, such as long distance running, swimming, or biking, which of the following should you do to your diet? A. Supplement with a great deal of protein powder. B. Eat more fat. C. Eat more meat sprinkled with extra minerals. D. Increase the amount of carbohydrates.
D. Increase the amount of carbohydrates
Measuring heart rate is associated with which FITT principle? A. time B. frequency C. type D. intensity
D. Intensity
Which of the following statements is true about flexibility? A. All individuals have similar levels of flexibility. B. Individuals who are flexible in one joint also have high levels of flexibility in all other joints. C. Adults are more flexible than children. D. It is often the most neglected component of fitness.
D. It is often the most neglected component of fitness.
The skinfold sites most commonly used to assess body composition in males are: A. Chest, suprailium, and abdomen. B. Triceps, chest, and thigh. C. Abdomen, triceps, and thigh. D. Abdomen, thigh, and chest.
D. Abdomen, thigh, and chest.
Exercise that utilizes an energy system which requires oxygen for its ATP production is termed A. Anaerobic exercise. B. Calisthenics. C. Resistance training. D. Aerobic exercise.
D. Aerobic exercise
Macronutrients are A. vitamins and minerals. B. water and oxygen C. enzymes and hormones D. carbohydrates, fat, and proteins
D. Carbohydrates, fat, and proteins
Which of the following statements is TRUE? A. Conscious choice is less important than established habit in achieving healthy living goals. B. Consciously choosing to divide your time into two blocks, structured and unstructured time is an effective healthy living strategy. C. Self-reflection is likely to be a barrier for progress because people often become blocked by the pressure of making conscious choices about how to use their time. D. Consciously choosing activities after truthful reflection is key to healthy living.
D. Consciously choosing acitivities after truthful reflection is key to healthy living
Essential amino acids A. Are a primary source of cellular energy under normal circumstances. B. Are stored in the body as glycogen. C. Are made in the body. D. Contain the element nitrogen.
D. Contains the element nitrogen.
Osteoporosis is characterized by a decrease in bone mass and density; bone fragility results. What is the best way to keep your bones strong and healthy? A. Have your bone density checked by a doctor once a year B. Take calcium and vitamin D supplements regularly C. Stop smoking D. Exercise and eat a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D
D. Exercise and eat a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D
Which of the following is an example of an amotivation? A. Jocelyne raises money for cancer research because her mother died of breast cancer. B. Kim's love of nature is the reason why she goes hiking every weekend. C. Hassan is on a diet because his coach told him he had to lose at least 10 pounds. D. Jerold doesn't see any reason to change the way he eats.
D. Jerold doesn't see any reason to change the way he eats
Which of the following people could MOST benefit from self-regulatory tools? A. Janice, who schedules activities for nearly every day of her week and keeps a daily calendar B. Rahawa, who is preparing to hike the Appalachian Trail after graduation and is working with a training schedule to get in shape C. Pablo, who remembers his activities from the week before based upon his sports practice schedule D. Phil, who can't remember what he did each day of the week because his days seem to run together
D. Phil, who can't remember what he did each day of the week because his days seem to run together
Body composition is defined as A. A combination of body height and weight B. The percentage of total body weight made up fat C. Bone, muscle, fat, and minerals D. The relative proportions of fat mass and lean tissue in the body
D. The relative proportions of fat mass and lean tissue in the body
Of the choices below, which is most likely to reduce your body fat? A. Reduce the amount of fat in your diet. B. Reduce the number of kcals you consume each day. C. Increase your physical activity. D. Use, or "burn," more calories than you eat and drink during the day.
D. Use, or "burn," more calories than you eat and drink during the day.
Micronutrients are: A. Enzymes and hormones B. Water and oxygen C. Carbohydrates, fat, and proteins D. Vitamins and minerals
D. Vitamins and minerals
The energy needed to fuel exercise must be in the form of ______ to be used at the cellular level. A. fat B. carbohydrates C. protein D. adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
D. adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Changes in body composition can be made by: A. combining fat loss and lean mass gain. B. decreasing body fat while maintaining lean tissue. C. increasing lean tissue and maintaining fat tissue. D. all of these
D. all of these
Recommended dietary allowance (RDA) is the A. approximate calories you should eat each day B. recommended vegetables, fruits, proteins, grains, and dairy you should eat each day. C. the amount of food you should eat in a week. D. approximate amount of a particular nutrient that you should ingest daily.
D. approximate amount of a particular nutrient that you should ingest daily
Which of the following are examples of polysaccharides? A. milk and cheese B. bananas and strawberries C. fish D. beans and potatoes
D. beans and potatoes
Which of the following would not be recommended prior to performing an aerobic exercise test? A. making sure you are hydrated B. wearing comfortable exercise clothes C. getting a good night's rest D. drinking a cup of coffee so you have more energy for the test
D. drinking a cup of coffee so you have more energy for the test
An increase in muscle power or muscle endurance after training to cause that specific adaptation exemplifies what special characteristic of muscle? A. muscle hypertrophy B. muscle overload principle C. hyperplasia D. muscle plasticity
D. muscle plasticity
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines wellness as A. the absence of disease in the body B. physical health C. an integration of physical activity and diet D. state of complete physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social well-being
D. state of complete physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social well-being
After leaving the right side of the heart, blood travels to A. the left side of the heart. B. muscles and other tissues. C. the aorta. D. the lungs.
D. the lungs
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a poorly functioning cardiorespiratory system? A. nausea B. dizziness C. shortness of breath D. weight loss
D. weight loss
Which of the following would not be an effective exercise to improve cardiorespiratory fitness? A. cross-country skiing B. step aerobics C. swimming D. yoga
D. yoga
Which of the following symptoms is NOT indicative of metabolic syndrome when combined with the others? A. high blood pressure B. high levels of triglycerides in the blood C. high blood glucose D. excess fat in the stomach area E. high levels of sodium in the blood
E. high levels of sodium in the blood
Even if you are in good health and you eat a balance diet, you should supplement your diet with vitamins. True or False?
False
Lactate, which is produced in large quantities by the muscle during exercise, is a waste product. True or False?
False
Minerals are organic, non-metal substances that the body can manufacture from vitamins. True or False
False
True or False: Aerobic exercise must be of moderate intensity and combined with a moderate calorie reduction to ensure lasting weight loss
False
Vitamins can be synthesized by the body in small quantities. True or False
False
True or False: This is a good example of a SMART goal: "Alexis plans to eat less and lose weight in the next six weeks."
False - This is not a good SMART goal because the goal is not specific (how much is "less" and much weight will she lose), it's not measurable, and therefore it can't be determined if the goal is attainable or not.
Match the muscle fiber type with its description. Glycolytic fibers_____ oxidative fibers_____ oxidative-glycolytic fibers_____ A. are somewhat economical and somewhat powerful B. have fewer capillaries and mitochondria C. are darker in color due to the greater amount of iron in the fibers
Glycolytic fibers B. Oxidative fibers C. Oxidative-glycolytic fibers A.
Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic motivation? A. Jocelyne raises money for cancer research because her mother died of breast cancer. B. Kim's love of nature is the reason why she goes hiking every weekend. C. Hassan is on a diet because his coach told him he had to lose at least 10 pounds. D. Jerold doesn't see any reason to change the way he eats.
Hassan is on a diet because his coach told him he had to lose at least 10 pounds.
A method of body composition assessment that requires the participant to be weighed while completely submerged under water after all air has been exhaled from the lungs is called:
Hydrostatic weighing
Which of the following is a recommendation for healthy weight gain?
Increase protein intake to 1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight
Which of the following is an example of a flexion motion? (Select all that apply) _____Lift a spoon of yogurt to your mouth _____Take a step _____Kick a ball _____Place a glass on a table
Lift a spoon of yogurt to your mouth Take a step Kick a ball
According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which statement is TRUE?
Many Americans can benefit by increasing their ingestion of calcium and fiber.
Identify if the following situation is an example of environmental wellness. Ron drinks 8 bottles of water a day.
No
For the following situation, Is it a barrier or motive to exercise? Jeremy likes to play basketball with his friends.
Motive
Does the following situation contribute to spiritual wellness? Scotty says that, in order to keep "sane," he must keep his study desk clean and organized. Yes No
No
Which dimension of wellness is defined by your ability to collaborate and be productive on the job while also reducing health care costs and insurance premiums.
Occupational wellness
The ability of the head to move side to side is an example of what kind of joint?
Pivot
(Select all that apply) Which of the following statements complete the sentence: A lot of scientific evidence shows a strong link between increased risk to chronic disease and _____Poor food choices _____Lack of exercise _____Fat _____Obesity
Poor food choices Lack of exercise Obesity
What is total daily energy expenditure (TDEE)?
The amount of kcals (energy) that your body uses daily inclusive of activity.
Oxygen is necessary for energy production in
The brain
Acetylcholine is released at the terminal branches to cause an action potential on the muscle fiber. True or False?
True
Amino acids are often spared from usage as fuel sources. True or False?
True
Changing the color of the resistance band you are using can alter the intensity of the exercise. True or False?
True
Enzymes play a vital role in the conversion of the body's fuel stores into their useable form of energy. True or False?
True
Research has shown that stretching prior to activity greatly reduces the risk of injury. True or False?
True
The functional unit of muscle is the sarcomere. True or False?
True
There is some research evidence to indicate that weight training can increase resting metabolic rate. True or False
True
There is some research evidence to indicate that weight training can increase resting metabolic rate. True or False?
True
True or False: Individuals who repeatedly use caloric restriction alone to lose weight end up increasing body fat percentage and decreasing lean body mass even though they may be able to maintain a normal weight.
True
With hinge joints, movement in multiple directions is limited to help avoid injury. True or False?
True
In the following situations, which person(s) would you classify as inflexible? (Select All that Apply) _____At a concert, Jim finds it painful to turnaround in his seat to talk to a friend seated behind him. _____While hiking, Sara easily steps over a tree that has fallen across the trail. _____Kerry dropped a pencil on the floor, but he is unable to bend over and pick it up. _____Joan plays tennis without pain.
YES : At a concert, Jim finds it painful to turnaround in his seat to talk to a friend seated behind him. NO : While hiking, Sara easily steps over a tree that has fallen across the trail. YES : Kerry dropped a pencil on the floor, but he is unable to bend over and pick it up. NO : Joan plays tennis without pain.
Flexibility offers these benefits (choose all that apply) _____Reduces stress _____Prevents or decreases back pain _____Increases balance _____Maintains ability to do daily activities
YES Reduces stress YES prevents or decreases back pain YES increases balance YES maintains ability to do daily activities
Does the following situation contribute to spiritual wellness? Max enjoys yoga because it teaches him to use his mind and body together in harmony. Yes or No?
Yes
Is the following an example of an antecedent to exercise? When Bobby gets a good night sleep, he is more likely to go jogging in the morning. No Yes
Yes
In SMART goal setting, what does the "T" stand for and mean?
Your fitness goal is achievable within a reasonable amount of time, with a practical sense of urgency.
A flexion motion is characterized by
a decrease in the angle of the limbs surrounding the joint
Abduction motion means that
a limb is moving away from the body
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation is a type of
flexibility training
______ joints, like the small carpal bones in your hand, provide very limited movement.
gliding
If you exercise vigorously, how many total minutes of exercise should you accumulate per week?
greater than or equal to 75
______, an element of red blood cells, is responsible for carrying oxygen to tissues in the body.
hemoglobin
What is the primary cause of muscle growth during an appropriately structured resistance training program?
hypertrophy of all fiber types.
What is another name for type IIa muscle fibers?
oxidative- glycolytic fibers
A muscle spindle is an organelle that signals the muscle to
reflexively contract (tighten) when overstretched.
The definition of muscle endurance is
the ability to perform submaximal efforts repeatedly.
This muscle type has the greatest glycolytic ability (as in fastest velocity of contraction)
type IIx muscle fiber
Identify if the following situation is an example of environmental wellness. Rachel chose her apartment because it was near a park with trails on which she could run and bike safely.
yes
Is the following situation an example of how physical activity can contribute to emotional wellness? Tracy likes to do weight lifting exercises because it makes her feel strong.
yes
What does the American College of Sport Medicine (ACSM) recommend for the frequency of resistance training?
you should train a minimum of 2 to 3 days a week
