Question 1

The bottom level of the physical activity pyramid contains strength training and flexibility exercises.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which is a good strategy for evaluating a health and fitness center?

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A)   sign a long term contract
B)  visit at the time one plans to use the club.
C)   accept the lowest cost of membership
D)   assume equipment will be updated regularlyE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

What is the definition of muscular strength?

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A)   the ability to sustain a given level of muscular tension over time
B)   the ability to move the joints through a full range of motion
C)   the amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort
D)   the amount of force a muscle can produce repeatedly over 60 secondsE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

What is the first step in creating a successful fitness program?

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A)   determine your training intensity
B)   assess your current fitness level
C)   set specific fitness goals
D)   plan your fitness programE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 5

Which condition is closely linked to heart disease?

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A)   low cardiorespiratory fitness
B)   low muscular strength
C)   poor flexibility
D)   poor reaction timeE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 6

How does cooling down help those who exercise?

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A)   It restores circulation to its normal resting condition.
B)   It extends the duration of the cardiorespiratory endurance portion of the workout.
C)   It increases the chance of overtraining.
D)   It is most effective for workouts of less than 20 minutes in duration.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 7

What is the maximal improvement in the body's ability to transport and use oxygen that people can expect because of training?

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A)   5 to 10%
B)   5 to 30%
C)   40 to 50%
D)   60 to 70%E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Moderate levels of physical activity can improve brain health and function.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What principle forms the base of the time component of the FITT principle for overload for a muscular strength program?

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A)   the amount of weight lifted
B)   the number of training days per week
C)   a cardiorespiratory fitness program
D)   the number of sets and repetitions of specific exercisesE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

How quickly will people who stop exercising lose up to 50% of their fitness improvement?

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A)   1 week
B)   2 weeks
C)   3 weeks
D)   2 monthsE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

What is one effect of increasing one's cardiorespiratory endurance?

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A)   the amount of blood pumped per heartbeat decreases
B)   the resting heart rate decreases
C)   blood volume decreases
D)   the resting blood pressure increasesE) All of the above
F) None of the above B

Question 12

Cardiorespiratory endurance exercise should take place in sessions or bouts of at least 20 continuous minutes in order to build fitness.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When do overuse or overtraining injuries occur?

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A)   when a person trains 3 days per week
B)   when a person warms up prior to exercise
C)   when a person increases the frequency of exercise before increasing the intensity of exercise
D)   when a person increases the intensity of exercise before increasing the time (duration)  of exerciseE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Explain the differences among the guidelines for lifestyle physical activity for health promotion,the guidelines for physical activity to promote weight management,and the guidelines for exercise to build physical fitness.Give an example of a program that meets the goals set by each of these three sets of guidelines.

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The guidelines for lifestyle physical activity for health promotion focus on incorporating physical activity into daily life in order to improve overall health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. This includes activities such as walking, gardening, and taking the stairs instead of the elevator. An example of a program that meets these guidelines is a workplace wellness initiative that encourages employees to take short walking breaks throughout the day and participate in group fitness classes during lunchtime.

The guidelines for physical activity to promote weight management emphasize the importance of engaging in regular, moderate-intensity physical activity to support weight loss or weight maintenance. This can include activities such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming. An example of a program that meets these guidelines is a community-based weight loss program that incorporates regular group exercise sessions and provides education on healthy eating habits.

The guidelines for exercise to build physical fitness focus on structured, purposeful physical activity that targets specific components of fitness, such as cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. This can include activities such as running, weightlifting, and yoga. An example of a program that meets these guidelines is a personal training program that includes a variety of strength training, cardio, and flexibility exercises tailored to an individual's specific fitness goals.

Question 15

Which is most effective in improving flexibility?

Accepted Answer

A)   stretching when muscles feel tight
B)   stretching once a month
C)   stretching a few muscles each time
D)   stretching major muscle groups regularlyE) C) and D)
F) None of the above D

Question 16

Training lightly during one workout and intensely during the next workout is an example of periodization.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

List the levels of the physical activity pyramid; and describe the type of activity and the recommended frequency for each level.

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Question 18

What is a definition of physical activity?

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A)   movement carried out by the skeletal muscles that requires energy
B)   any condition that elevates the heart rate
C)   aerobic exercise
D)   strength trainingE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 19

What is another name for cycle training?

Accepted Answer

A)   specificity
B)   skill training
C)   periodization
D)   overloadE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

The benefits of exercise extend beyond disease prevention.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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Moderate levels of physical activity can improve brain health and function.

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