Question 1

Exercise intensity refers to

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

Question 2

Situation
Larry started a fitness program about 8 weeks ago.He runs 2 miles 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)  he has reached his optimal level of fitness.
B)  his body isn't as responsive to the level of exercise as it was initially.
C)  his body is conserving energy.
D)  his diet isn't compatible with his fitness program.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 3

To develop cardiorespiratory endurance,you need to engage in continuous activity involving large muscle groups.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Describe the guidelines for lifestyle physical activity suggested by the Surgeon General's report.Then list five strategies an individual can try to increase his or her level of daily lifestyle physical activity.

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Question 5

Lubricating fluid is spread through the joints during warm-up.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Exercise frequency refers to

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A)  the number of times per week you exercise.
B)  how hard you work.
C)  the length of your exercise session.
D)  the quantity of exercise you get.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 7

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)  Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration.
D)  After a workout,you should restore body fluids before exercising again.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is a person with excessive body fat likely to experience?

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A)  diabetes
B)  joint problems
C)  back paint
D)  joint problems and back pain
E)  All of these choices are correct.F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 10

Flexibility is best described as

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A)  the ability to move without pain during exercise.
B)  the ability of joints to move through their full range of motion.
C)  sustained motion without resistance.
D)  the ability to move rapidly during exercise.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following would NOT develop muscle strength?

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A)  push-ups
B)  exercise machines
C)  pull-ups
D)  runningE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following has been found to be a side effect of anabolic steroid use?

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A)  weight loss
B)  liver disease
C)  baldness
D)  alcoholismE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 13

List and describe at least five substances that are intended to improve one's athletic performance.List one advantage and disadvantage associated with each substance.

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- Advantage: Increased ...

Question 14

Thirst should be used as the guide for determining how much water a person should drink when exercising.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 15

High levels of which of the following are associated with reduced risk of CVD?

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A)  low-density lipoproteins (LDL) 
B)  very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) 
C)  high-density lipoproteins (HDL) 
D)  triglyceridesE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

Endurance exercise significantly increases

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A)  body fat.
B)  daily calorie expenditure.
C)  cancer risk.
D)  vitamin stores.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Muscular endurance is the

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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 time required to contract a muscle completely.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D) A

Question 18

People with chronic health conditions or concerns should not exercise.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Many people have an easier time starting an exercise program than sticking with an exercise program over the long term.Describe five strategies that can help people stick with a fitness program.You can suggest ideas to combat bad weather,changes in schedules and lifestyle,and boredom.

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1. Set specific, achievable goals: Setti...

Question 20

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding athletic injuries?

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A)  If you are careful,you won't get injured.
B)  Most injuries are neither serious nor permanent.
C)  Seek medical attention for minor injuries that do not get better within a reasonable amount of time.
D)  Most injuries are neither serious nor permanent;seek medical attention for minor injuries that do not get better within a reasonable amount of time.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C) D

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