Question 1

The recommended amount of fluid to drink during heavy exercise is

Accepted Answer

A)  12 ounces for every 60 minutes of exercise.
B)  8 ounces for every 60 minutes of exercise.
C)  8 ounces for every 30 minutes of exercise.
D)  4 ounces for every 10 minutes of exercise.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 2

Disadvantages of exercise machines include all of the following,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  limited availability.
B)  allow limited number of exercises.
C)  require spotters.
D)  train muscles rather than movements.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 3

Which of the following would NOT develop muscle strength?

Accepted Answer

A)  push-ups
B)  exercise machines
C)  pull-ups
D)  runningE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Describe the American College of Sports Medicine's recommendations for a formal exercise program to develop the health-related components of physical fitness.For each component,list the appropriate type of activity and the recommended intensity,frequency,and duration of activity.Outline a program that conforms to the recommendations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A)  begin exercise program as early as possible in the course of the disease.
B)  warm up thoroughly before each workout.
C)  avoid high-impact activities.
D)  stay alert for symptoms of heat-related problems during exercise.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

A)  200-Age
B)  220-Age
C)  250-Age
D)  260-AgeE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 7

All of the following can help Larry decrease his risk of injury,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  alternating jogging and another endurance activity in his program (cross-training) .
B)  warming up thoroughly before both endurance and strength training sessions.
C)  exercising at maximum heart rate during endurance training.
D)  allowing muscle groups a day of rest between strength training workouts.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 8

VO2max stands for:

Accepted Answer

A)  target heart rate range.
B)  maximal oxygen consumption.
C)  basal metabolic rate.
D)  resting oxygen consumption.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Muscular strength is the

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  sedentary lifestyle
B)  smoking
C)  high blood pressure
D)  metabolic syndromeE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 11

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  lower endorphin levels.
B)  reduced anxiety.
C)  improved sleep.
D)  improved mooD.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic
B)  ballistic
C)  isotonic
D)  isometricE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Balance is:

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise and disease prevention?

Accepted Answer

A)  Regular exercise reduces the risk of stroke.
B)  Weight-bearing exercises provide women protection against osteoporosis.
C)  Exercise prevents the development of type 2 diabetes.
D)  All of these statements are true.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

For which of the following injuries is it usually NOT necessary to consult a physician?

Accepted Answer

A)  head and eye injuries
B)  broken bones
C)  injuries that do not get better within a reasonable amount of time
D)  minor cuts and scrapesE) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Studies have shown that bottled water is a more healthy choice than tap water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Agility is:

Accepted Answer

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) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding cardiorespiratory endurance?

Accepted Answer

A)  As it improves,the heart pumps more blood per heartbeat.
B)  As it improves,resting blood pressure increases.
C)  As it improves,the body can do more exercise with less effort.
D)  As it improves,the heart can withstand the strains of everyday life.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Recommended treatment of minor soft tissue injuries such as bruises includes all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  rest.
B)  elevation.
C)  ice.
D)  massage.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness

Disadvantages of exercise machines include all of the following,EXCEPT:

Correct Answer
verified

Muscular strength is the

Correct Answer
verified

The recommended amount of fluid to drink during heavy exercise is

Correct Answer
verified

Balance is:

Correct Answer
verified

Studies have shown that bottled water is a more healthy choice than tap water.

Correct Answer
verified

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following,EXCEPT

Correct Answer
verified

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

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

All of the following can help Larry decrease his risk of injury,EXCEPT

Correct Answer
verified

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding cardiorespiratory endurance?

Correct Answer
verified

Recommended treatment of minor soft tissue injuries such as bruises includes all of the following,EXCEPT

Correct Answer
verified

Which of the following is NOT a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

Correct Answer
verified

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

Correct Answer
verified

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise and disease prevention?

Correct Answer
verified

Which of the following would NOT develop muscle strength?

Correct Answer
verified

Agility is:

Correct Answer
verified

Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

Correct Answer
verified

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

Correct Answer
verified

For which of the following injuries is it usually NOT necessary to consult a physician?

Correct Answer
verified

VO_2max stands for:

Correct Answer
verified

Exam 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness

Disadvantages of exercise machines include all of the following,EXCEPT:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Muscular strength is the

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

The recommended amount of fluid to drink during heavy exercise is

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Balance is:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Studies have shown that bottled water is a more healthy choice than tap water.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following,EXCEPT

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

All of the following can help Larry decrease his risk of injury,EXCEPT

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding cardiorespiratory endurance?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Recommended treatment of minor soft tissue injuries such as bruises includes all of the following,EXCEPT

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following is NOT a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise and disease prevention?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following would NOT develop muscle strength?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Agility is:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

For which of the following injuries is it usually NOT necessary to consult a physician?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

VO2max stands for:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

VO_2max stands for:

Correct Answer
verified