Question 1

Agility is:

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A)   ability to perform motor tasks accurately and smoothly by using body movements and the senses
B)   ability to change the body's position quickly and accurately
C)   ability to maintain equilibrium while either moving or stationary
D)   ability to respond quickly to a stimulusE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Exercise tends to result in all of the following, EXCEPT

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A)   improved self-image.
B)   decreased stress.
C)   decreased insulin sensitivity.
D)   improved memory.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Larry started a fitness program about 8 weeks ago. He runs 5 kilometres every day and does some weight training. He likes to use weight machines and focuses on 1 or 2 muscle groups each day. He could initially do 6 repetitions of most exercises in his program, and he can now do 15-20. Larry likes the initial improvement in his energy level and appearance since starting the program. He has noticed that his work in construction seems a little easier, too. However, Larry doesn't think he is getting as much benefit out of his program now as he did at the start of his fitness program. Larry isn't seeing as much improvement as he did initially because

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A)   his body is conserving energy.
B)   he has reached his optimal level of fitness.
C)   his body isn't as responsive to the level of exercise as it was initially.
D)   his diet isn't compatible with his fitness program.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding fluid balance during and after exercise?

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A)   Drinking water before and during exercise is important.
B)   Thirst is a good indicator of how much you need to drink.
C)   After a workout, you should restore body fluids before exercising again.
D)   Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Endurance exercise significantly increases

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A)   daily calorie expenditure.
B)   cancer risk.
C)   vitamin stores.
D)   body fat.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following may result when there is a block in a coronary artery?

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A)   transient ischemic attack
B)   stroke
C)   heart attack
D)   hypertensionE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Treatment for shin splints includes all of the following, EXCEPT:

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A)   rest.
B)   apply ice to the affected area several times daily and before exercise.
C)   wrap with tape for support.
D)   non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Increased muscle strength can help prevent low-back pain.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Maximum heart rate can be approximated using which of the following?

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A)   200 - Age
B)   250 - Age
C)   260 - Age
D)   220 - AgeE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

To improve cardiorespiratory endurance during activities such as walking or swimming slowly, your heart rate should be kept in the target zone for at least

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A)   30 minutes, three times per week.
B)   10 minutes, five times per week.
C)   45 minutes, three times per week.
D)   15 minutes, four times per week.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Weight training with free weights represents which one of the following types of exercise?

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A)   isometric
B)   aerobic
C)   isotonic
D)   ballisticE) B) and C)
F) None of the above C

Question 12

One of the easiest ways to determine appropriate endurance exercise intensity involves measuring

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A)   running pace.
B)   blood pressure.
C)   heart rate.
D)   resistance.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B) C

Question 13

List and define the five health-related components of physical fitness. For each, briefly describe how an individual could increase her or his level of fitness in that component.

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Question 14

Moderate physical activity-an amount of activity that uses about 150 calories per day-is referred to as which of the following?

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A)   sedentary behaviour
B)   vigorous exercise program
C)   moderate exercise program
D)   lifestyle physical activityE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 15

Physical activity helps do all of the following, EXCEPT:

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A)   manage stress
B)   generate more energy
C)   increase stamina
D)   decrease immune responseE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

All of the following are important considerations for people with arthritis, EXCEPT:

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A)   warm up thoroughly before each workout.
B)   stay alert for symptoms of heat-related problems during exercise.
C)   avoid high-impact activities.
D)   begin exercise program as early as possible in the course of the disease.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 17

The ability of the body to perform prolonged, large-muscle, dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high levels of intensity is

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A)   anaerobic capacity.
B)   adaptive capacity.
C)   cardiorespiratory capacity.
D)   cardiorespiratory endurance.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B) D

Question 18

Application of force with movement is called exercise.

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A)   isotonic
B)   isokinetic
C)   isometric
D)   staticE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 19

In which of the following situations should John get a medical examination before beginning an exercise program?

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A)   If he has a history of heart disease.
B)   If he has diabetes or asthma.
C)   If he is inactive and over 40 years of age.
D)   All of these choices are correct.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Exercise intensity refers to

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A)   the quantity of exercise you get.
B)   the length of your exercise session.
C)   the number of times per week you exercise.
D)   how hard you work.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

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