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Match each term with the appropriate definition.

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flexibility
maximal oxygen consumption
physical fitness
aerobic exercise
cardiorespiratory fitness
muscular strength
resistance exercise
muscular endurance
aerobic fitness
DOMS
physical activity
MHR
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the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to supply fuel during sustained physical activity and to eliminate fatigue products after supplying fuel
body movements produced by muscles that require energy expenditure
the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to sustain repeated contractions against a resistance for an extended period of time
the ability of a muscle or muscle group to exert force
the health of the body as measured by muscular strength and endurance, cardiorespiratory fitness, and flexibility
the range of motion of joints
physical activity in which the body's large muscles move in a rhythmic manner for a sustained period of time
the greatest amount of oxygen that can be delivered to, and used by, muscles for physical activity
physical activities that involve the use of muscles against a weight or force
muscle pain, soreness, and stiffness that occurs a day or two after exercise of muscles that are not normally used to high levels of activity
the rate at which the highest level of oxygen delivery to working muscles can occur
a state of respiratory and circulatory health as measured by the ability to deliver oxygen to muscles and the capacity of muscles to use the oxygen for physical activity

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flexibility
maximal oxygen consumption
physical fitness
aerobic exercise
cardiorespiratory fitness
muscular strength
resistance exercise
muscular endurance
aerobic fitness
DOMS
physical activity
MHR

Smart phones that detect heart beats or pulses appear to provide reasonably accurate results.

A) True
B) False

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The length of time muscles can work against a weight or force depends largely on _____.


A) the weight of the individual
B) the cardiorespiratory fitness of the individual
C) the body composition of the individual
D) the flexibility of the individual
E) the amount of amino acids the individual can deliver to muscles

F) A) and C)
G) B) and E)

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Which activity has the highest average calorie output per pound of body weight?


A) cycling (20 mph)
B) swimming (40 yd/min)
C) cross-country skiing (10 mph)
D) jogging (7 mph)
E) racquetball (vigorous intensity)

F) B) and D)
G) All of the above

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Why does delayed onset muscle soreness occur?


A) because of the decreased blood supply to the muscles
B) because of the dehydration of the muscles
C) because of insufficient glucose supply to the muscles during exercise
D) because of increased lactic acid build-upΒ in the muscles
E) because of the microscopic tearing in muscle fibers of overused muscles

F) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

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Calculate the calorie cost per hour for a 150-pound person cycling on a stationary bicycle at a moderate level of effort.


A) 374 calories
B) 408 calories
C) 442 calories
D) 510 calories
E) 544 calories

F) B) and C)
G) A) and D)

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Which activity is an example of an anaerobic exercise?


A) playing hockey
B) gardening
C) sprinting
D) playing baseball
E) swimming

F) B) and E)
G) None of the above

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Physical fitness is primarily measured by body composition.

A) True
B) False

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Donna is a 70-year-old retired physical education professor. She has been physically active all of her life, but over the last year, she has been busy traveling and has not been exercising at all except for her walking tours around international cities. Donna enjoys all types of physical activities, especially walking, weight lifting, rowing, hiking, racquetball, and tennis. Donna would like to get started on a regular routine of exercise. Answer the following questions to help her develop an appropriate fitness plan. Donna decides to go out for a long walk and ends up jogging a little. During her workout, she walks up a long hill and jogs down the other side. Donna will most likely experience _____.


A) a pulled muscle
B) a stress fracture
C) muscle cramps
D) a knee joint injury
E) delayed onset muscle soreness

F) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

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How many times should each resistance exercise be repeated per session according to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans ?


A) 3-7
B) 8-12
C) 13-17
D) 18-22
E) 23-27

F) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

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Donna is a 70-year-old retired physical education professor. She has been physically active all of her life, but over the last year, she has been busy traveling and has not been exercising at all except for her walking tours around international cities. Donna enjoys all types of physical activities, especially walking, weight lifting, rowing, hiking, racquetball, and tennis. Donna would like to get started on a regular routine of exercise. Answer the following questions to help her develop an appropriate fitness plan.Β  Donna would like to know what the current guidelines are for monitoring the heart rate during exercise. Now that she is 70 years old, what is her estimated MHR?


A) 120 bpm
B) 130 bpm
C) 140 bpm
D) 150 bpm
E) 160 bpm

F) A) and D)
G) C) and E)

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Your muscles generally recover within a few days after DOMS.

A) True
B) False

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Wendy would like to improve her flexibility. Which type of exercise should she perform?


A) bowling
B) weight lifting
C) cycling
D) walking
E) yoga

F) D) and E)
G) None of the above

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Explain how aerobic exercises increase cardiovascular fitness.

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The higher the heart rate, the more efficient your body is at delivering oxygen to cells and utilizing glucose and fat for energy formation.

A) True
B) False

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Which beverage appears to improve hydration after an exercise that lasts over an hour?


A) iced tea
B) high-sugar juice
C) a sports drink
D) a hot beverage
E) beer

F) A) and D)
G) C) and D)

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Which activity would most likely increase muscular strength?


A) jogging
B) skating
C) tennis
D) swimming
E) lifting weights

F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

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You are consuming the right amount of water if your urine is bright yellow.

A) True
B) False

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According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans , adults should perform moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for at least _____ minutes per week.


A) 60
B) 90
C) 120
D) 150
E) 180

F) A) and C)
G) All of the above

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