Question 1

Which of the following is true about the vitamin and mineral intake of athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most athletes do not consume enough vitamin B-6. 
B)  Most athletes should take supplemental iron to enhance aerobic capacity. 
C)  Most athletes should take supplemental antioxidants to reduce muscle damage during intense workouts. 
D)  Most athletes tend to consume ample vitamins and minerals if they meet their calorie needs. 
A)  Most athletes do not consume enough vitamin B-6. 
B)  Most athletes should take supplemental iron to enhance aerobic capacity. 
C)  Most athletes should take supplemental antioxidants to reduce muscle damage during intense workouts. 
D)  Most athletes tend to consume ample vitamins and minerals if they meet their calorie needs.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical fitness?

Accepted Answer

A)  Better sleep habits 
B)  Less body fat 
C)  Less muscle mass 
D)  Lower blood pressure 
A)  Better sleep habits 
B)  Less body fat 
C)  Less muscle mass 
D)  Lower blood pressure

Question 3

If an athlete's body fat level is too high, what is the best weight-loss approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  Follow an 800-kilocalorie eating plan. 
B)  Wear a rubber suit to sweat off extra weight. 
C)  Eat about 200 to 500 kilocalories less than one's EER per day. 
D)  Restrict dietary carbohydrates to less than 50% of total calories. 
A)  Follow an 800-kilocalorie eating plan. 
B)  Wear a rubber suit to sweat off extra weight. 
C)  Eat about 200 to 500 kilocalories less than one's EER per day. 
D)  Restrict dietary carbohydrates to less than 50% of total calories.

Question 4

The training effect, in which individuals experience improvements in physical fitness as they continue a regular exercise regimen, is a product of all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  increased number of capillaries in muscles. 
B)  increased production of lactic acid by muscles. 
C)  increased number of mitochondria in muscle cells. 
D)  increased muscle triglyceride content. 
A)  increased number of capillaries in muscles. 
B)  increased production of lactic acid by muscles. 
C)  increased number of mitochondria in muscle cells. 
D)  increased muscle triglyceride content.

Question 5

All of the following are good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  taking salt tablets and drinking plenty of fluid before the workout. 
B)  drinking freely during the 24 hours before an event. 
C)  consuming 1.5 to 2 cups of fluid 4 hours prior to the event start. 
D)  consuming fluid to replace losses during the workout. 
A)  taking salt tablets and drinking plenty of fluid before the workout. 
B)  drinking freely during the 24 hours before an event. 
C)  consuming 1.5 to 2 cups of fluid 4 hours prior to the event start. 
D)  consuming fluid to replace losses during the workout.

Question 6

Zelda is a marathon runner. She completes the marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the following is true regarding her fuel use during the marathon?

Accepted Answer

A)  If she runs out of muscle glycogen at the 2-hour mark, she will not feel fatigue. 
B)  Anaerobic glucose breakdown, using muscle glycogen, will provide most of the ATP for the marathon. 
C)  Liver glycogen is the preferred fuel during intense muscular activity lasting less than 2 hours. 
D)  Amino acids may supply up to 15% of energy needs. 
A)  If she runs out of muscle glycogen at the 2-hour mark, she will not feel fatigue. 
B)  Anaerobic glucose breakdown, using muscle glycogen, will provide most of the ATP for the marathon. 
C)  Liver glycogen is the preferred fuel during intense muscular activity lasting less than 2 hours. 
D)  Amino acids may supply up to 15% of energy needs.

Question 7

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of jogging at 6 miles per hour on 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

Accepted Answer

A)  balance. 
B)  flexibility. 
C)  muscular fitness. 
D)  aerobic fitness. 
A)  balance. 
B)  flexibility. 
C)  muscular fitness. 
D)  aerobic fitness.

Question 8

If a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should do all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise more intensely. 
B)  increase her calorie intake. 
C)  get adequate calcium in the diet. 
D)  have her body fat percentage checked. 
A)  exercise more intensely. 
B)  increase her calorie intake. 
C)  get adequate calcium in the diet. 
D)  have her body fat percentage checked.

Question 9

A physically active lifestyle may reduce the risk of all the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  osteoporosis. 
B)  skin cancer. 
C)  heart disease. 
D)  obesity. 
A)  osteoporosis. 
B)  skin cancer. 
C)  heart disease. 
D)  obesity.

Question 10

Anabolic steroid use may cause all of the following side effects EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  stunting growth in teenage athletes. 
B)  cardiovascular disease. 
C)  loss of muscle mass. 
D)  extreme mood swings. 
A)  stunting growth in teenage athletes. 
B)  cardiovascular disease. 
C)  loss of muscle mass. 
D)  extreme mood swings.

Question 11

During his wrestling workout, Damon loses about 4 pounds. He should consume ______ of water during or after his workout.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 to 8 cups 
B)  8 to 12 cups 
C)  1 gallon or more 
D)  12 to 16 cups 
A)  4 to 8 cups 
B)  8 to 12 cups 
C)  1 gallon or more 
D)  12 to 16 cups

Question 12

A 121-pound woman is attempting to be a bodybuilder so she would like to gain large quantities of muscle mass. According to sports nutrition experts, her daily protein intake should be how many grams?

Accepted Answer

A)  32 to 59 
B)  66 to 83 
C)  82 to 93 
D)  44 to 81 
A)  32 to 59 
B)  66 to 83 
C)  82 to 93 
D)  44 to 81

Question 13

For a pre-event meal, foods such as bagels, muffins, and bread should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 hour 
B)  2 to 4 hours 
C)  30 minutes 
D)  4 or more hours 
A)  1 hour 
B)  2 to 4 hours 
C)  30 minutes 
D)  4 or more hours

Question 14

The conversion of glucose to lactic acid is called

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic glucose breakdown. 
B)  anaerobic glucose breakdown. 
C)  aerobic glycogen breakdown. 
D)  anaerobic glycogen breakdown. 
A)  aerobic glucose breakdown. 
B)  anaerobic glucose breakdown. 
C)  aerobic glycogen breakdown. 
D)  anaerobic glycogen breakdown.

Question 15

To promote gains in muscle mass, a strength-trained athlete could consume _____ within the first 1 or 2 hours after a weight-lifting workout.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 bag of microwave popcorn. 
B)  1 large bagel with 2 tablespoons of cream cheese. 
C)  2 cups of plain yogurt with 1 cup of fresh blueberries. 
D)  4 ounces of sirloin steak. 
A)  1 bag of microwave popcorn. 
B)  1 large bagel with 2 tablespoons of cream cheese. 
C)  2 cups of plain yogurt with 1 cup of fresh blueberries. 
D)  4 ounces of sirloin steak.

Question 16

A pre-event meal should

Accepted Answer

A)  be eaten 1 hour before the event. 
B)  contain at least 600 kilocalories. 
C)  be low in fat and fiber, high in carbohydrate, and moderate in protein. 
D)  be high in fat to prevent hunger. 
A)  be eaten 1 hour before the event. 
B)  contain at least 600 kilocalories. 
C)  be low in fat and fiber, high in carbohydrate, and moderate in protein. 
D)  be high in fat to prevent hunger.

Question 17

Bart is a wrestler. His weight is regularly higher than the weight class in which he would like to wrestle. What should he do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Take diuretics to lose weight. 
B)  Sit in a sauna. 
C)  Gradually reduce food intake before wrestling season. 
D)  Restrict fluids before weigh-in. 
A)  Take diuretics to lose weight. 
B)  Sit in a sauna. 
C)  Gradually reduce food intake before wrestling season. 
D)  Restrict fluids before weigh-in.

Question 18

Which of the following food combinations, eaten 2 to 4 hours before a long-distance cycling event, would maximize glycogen stores without causing gastrointestinal distress?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich 
B)  Milk shake 
C)  Cheese and sausage pizza 
D)  Bagel with peanut butter 
A)  Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich 
B)  Milk shake 
C)  Cheese and sausage pizza 
D)  Bagel with peanut butter

Which of the following is true about the vitamin and mineral intake of athletes?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical fitness?

If an athlete's body fat level is too high, what is the best weight-loss approach?

The training effect, in which individuals experience improvements in physical fitness as they continue a regular exercise regimen, is a product of all of the following EXCEPT

All of the following are good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events EXCEPT

Zelda is a marathon runner. She completes the marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the following is true regarding her fuel use during the marathon?

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of jogging at 6 miles per hour on 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

If a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should do all of the following EXCEPT

A physically active lifestyle may reduce the risk of all the following EXCEPT

Anabolic steroid use may cause all of the following side effects EXCEPT

During his wrestling workout, Damon loses about 4 pounds. He should consume ______ of water during or after his workout.

A 121-pound woman is attempting to be a bodybuilder so she would like to gain large quantities of muscle mass. According to sports nutrition experts, her daily protein intake should be how many grams?

For a pre-event meal, foods such as bagels, muffins, and bread should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

The conversion of glucose to lactic acid is called

To promote gains in muscle mass, a strength-trained athlete could consume _____ within the first 1 or 2 hours after a weight-lifting workout.

A pre-event meal should

Bart is a wrestler. His weight is regularly higher than the weight class in which he would like to wrestle. What should he do?

Which of the following food combinations, eaten 2 to 4 hours before a long-distance cycling event, would maximize glycogen stores without causing gastrointestinal distress?

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Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

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Exam 10: Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Which of the following is true about the vitamin and mineral intake of athletes?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical fitness?

If an athlete's body fat level is too high, what is the best weight-loss approach?

The training effect, in which individuals experience improvements in physical fitness as they continue a regular exercise regimen, is a product of all of the following EXCEPT

All of the following are good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events EXCEPT

Zelda is a marathon runner. She completes the marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the following is true regarding her fuel use during the marathon?

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of jogging at 6 miles per hour on 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

If a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should do all of the following EXCEPT

A physically active lifestyle may reduce the risk of all the following EXCEPT

Anabolic steroid use may cause all of the following side effects EXCEPT

During his wrestling workout, Damon loses about 4 pounds. He should consume ______ of water during or after his workout.

A 121-pound woman is attempting to be a bodybuilder so she would like to gain large quantities of muscle mass. According to sports nutrition experts, her daily protein intake should be how many grams?

For a pre-event meal, foods such as bagels, muffins, and bread should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

The conversion of glucose to lactic acid is called

To promote gains in muscle mass, a strength-trained athlete could consume _____ within the first 1 or 2 hours after a weight-lifting workout.

A pre-event meal should

Bart is a wrestler. His weight is regularly higher than the weight class in which he would like to wrestle. What should he do?

Which of the following food combinations, eaten 2 to 4 hours before a long-distance cycling event, would maximize glycogen stores without causing gastrointestinal distress?

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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