Question 1

In the endurance athlete,the first priority of nutrient repletion should be

Accepted Answer

A) fluids. 
B) protein. 
C) glycogen. 
D) electrolytes. 
A) fluids. 
B) protein. 
C) glycogen. 
D) electrolytes.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT known to modify the body's use of protein?

Accepted Answer

A) Diet 
B) The degree of training 
C) Exercise intensity and duration 
D) Vitamin supplements above the RDA 
A) Diet 
B) The degree of training 
C) Exercise intensity and duration 
D) Vitamin supplements above the RDA

Question 3

For optimal performance of endurance athletes,sports nutritionists recommend approximately how much dietary fat energy?

Accepted Answer

A) 5-10% 
B) 10-15% 
C) 20-35% 
D) 35-45% 
A) 5-10% 
B) 10-15% 
C) 20-35% 
D) 35-45%

Question 4

Which of the following is a feature of water metabolism during exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) The maximum loss of fluid per hour of exercise is about 0.5 liters 
B) In cold weather,the need for water falls dramatically because the body does not sweat 
C) Sweat losses can exceed the capacity of the GI tract to absorb water,resulting in some degree of dehydration 
D) Heavy sweating leads to a marked rise in the thirst sensation to stimulate water intake,which delays the onset of dehydration 
A) The maximum loss of fluid per hour of exercise is about 0.5 liters 
B) In cold weather,the need for water falls dramatically because the body does not sweat 
C) Sweat losses can exceed the capacity of the GI tract to absorb water,resulting in some degree of dehydration 
D) Heavy sweating leads to a marked rise in the thirst sensation to stimulate water intake,which delays the onset of dehydration

Question 5

Which of the following is a feature of enhanced waters for physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A) The oxygenated types are beneficial in endurance events 
B) They provide a source of lactate to stimulate the Cori cycle 
C) One serving provides about a third of the RDA for most vitamins and calcium 
D) They usually contain less carbohydrate and electrolytes than typical sports drinks 
A) The oxygenated types are beneficial in endurance events 
B) They provide a source of lactate to stimulate the Cori cycle 
C) One serving provides about a third of the RDA for most vitamins and calcium 
D) They usually contain less carbohydrate and electrolytes than typical sports drinks

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics of heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

A) It is rarely fatal 
B) It is due,in part,to dehydration 
C) It is caused by heat buildup in the body 
D) Its symptoms include headache,nausea,and mental changes 
A) It is rarely fatal 
B) It is due,in part,to dehydration 
C) It is caused by heat buildup in the body 
D) Its symptoms include headache,nausea,and mental changes

Question 7

Which of the following are common early symptoms of hypothermia in athletes?

Accepted Answer

A) Headache and nausea 
B) Apathy and shivering 
C) Confusion and delirium 
D) Dizziness and clumsiness 
A) Headache and nausea 
B) Apathy and shivering 
C) Confusion and delirium 
D) Dizziness and clumsiness

Question 8

Which of the following is a feature of iron nutrition in athletes?

Accepted Answer

A) Iron in sweat represents the major route of iron loss from the body 
B) Iron losses occur from accelerated destruction of fragile,older blood cells 
C) Iron deficiency affects a higher percentage of male athletes than female athletes 
D) Sports anemia is successfully treated by increasing dietary iron to levels 2-3 times the RDA 
A) Iron in sweat represents the major route of iron loss from the body 
B) Iron losses occur from accelerated destruction of fragile,older blood cells 
C) Iron deficiency affects a higher percentage of male athletes than female athletes 
D) Sports anemia is successfully treated by increasing dietary iron to levels 2-3 times the RDA

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of caffeine use in physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A) It slows depletion of muscle glycogen 
B) It often induces stomach upset and diarrhea 
C) It acts as a physiological and psychological stimulant 
D) It is permitted in moderation by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCA
A)  
A) It slows depletion of muscle glycogen 
B) It often induces stomach upset and diarrhea 
C) It acts as a physiological and psychological stimulant 
D) It is permitted in moderation by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCA
A)

Question 10

About how many kcal are supplied by 8 oz of the typical sports drink?

Accepted Answer

A) 5-10 
B) 50-100 
C) 250-500 
D) 500-1,000 
A) 5-10 
B) 50-100 
C) 250-500 
D) 500-1,000

Question 11

A person's "VO2 max" is the maximum

Accepted Answer

A) velocity on a treadmill test. 
B) rate of oxygen consumption. 
C) intake of oxygen while at rest. 
D) intake of air at 70% physical exhaustion. 
A) velocity on a treadmill test. 
B) rate of oxygen consumption. 
C) intake of oxygen while at rest. 
D) intake of air at 70% physical exhaustion.

Question 12

For maximum benefits,cardiorespiratory endurance episodes should be sustained for at least

Accepted Answer

A) 20 minutes. 
B) 40 minutes. 
C) 1 hour. 
D) 2 hours. 
A) 20 minutes. 
B) 40 minutes. 
C) 1 hour. 
D) 2 hours.

Question 13

According to several recognized health organizations,about how many grams of protein per day are recommended for a male,70-kg strength athlete?

Accepted Answer

A) 56 
B) 112 
C) 140 
D) 168 
A) 56 
B) 112 
C) 140 
D) 168

Question 14

Results of research studying carnitine supplementation as an ergogenic aid showed that it

Accepted Answer

A) does not seem to increase fat oxidation. 
B) enhanced carbohydrate oxidation rate but not fat oxidation. 
C) raised muscle carnitine concentration but did not improve performance. 
D) promoted retention of amino acids but did not lead to increased muscle mass. 
A) does not seem to increase fat oxidation. 
B) enhanced carbohydrate oxidation rate but not fat oxidation. 
C) raised muscle carnitine concentration but did not improve performance. 
D) promoted retention of amino acids but did not lead to increased muscle mass.

Question 15

Physical fitness may be achieved by engaging in a moderately intense level of exercise at a frequency of at least

Accepted Answer

A) 10 minutes/day. 
B) 20 minutes/day. 
C) 3.5 hours/week. 
D) 5 hours/week. 
A) 10 minutes/day. 
B) 20 minutes/day. 
C) 3.5 hours/week. 
D) 5 hours/week.

Question 16

Which of the following are features of physical activity and exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) Neither involves mandatory body movement 
B) Neither involves enhanced energy expenditure 
C) Physical activity,but not exercise,involves muscle contractions 
D) Exercise,but not physical activity,is thought to be vigorous,structured,and planned 
A) Neither involves mandatory body movement 
B) Neither involves enhanced energy expenditure 
C) Physical activity,but not exercise,involves muscle contractions 
D) Exercise,but not physical activity,is thought to be vigorous,structured,and planned

Question 17

What type of chemicals are DHEA and androstenedione?

Accepted Answer

A) Hormones 
B) Estrogens 
C) Phytonutrients 
D) Herbal extracts 
A) Hormones 
B) Estrogens 
C) Phytonutrients 
D) Herbal extracts

Question 18

If a person's maximum heart rate is 220 beats/min,what is his safe maximum heart rate during vigorous exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) 110 
B) 142 
C) 165 
D) 187 
A) 110 
B) 142 
C) 165 
D) 187

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics of beer as a beverage for athletes?

Accepted Answer

A) It is mineral poor 
B) It is vitamin poor 
C) It is carbohydrate rich 
D) It induces fluid loss from the body 
A) It is mineral poor 
B) It is vitamin poor 
C) It is carbohydrate rich 
D) It induces fluid loss from the body

Question 20

For most physically active people,all of the following are valid reasons for consuming sports drinks EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) they may provide a psychological advantage. 
B) they are better than water at preventing sodium depletion. 
C) they contain a source of fuel,which may enhance performance in endurance events. 
D) they have a good taste,which encourages their consumption and ensures adequate hydration. 
A) they may provide a psychological advantage. 
B) they are better than water at preventing sodium depletion. 
C) they contain a source of fuel,which may enhance performance in endurance events. 
D) they have a good taste,which encourages their consumption and ensures adequate hydration.

In the endurance athlete,the first priority of nutrient repletion should be

Which of the following is NOT known to modify the body's use of protein?

For optimal performance of endurance athletes,sports nutritionists recommend approximately how much dietary fat energy?

Which of the following is a feature of water metabolism during exercise?

Which of the following is a feature of enhanced waters for physical activity?

Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics of heat stroke?

Which of the following are common early symptoms of hypothermia in athletes?

Which of the following is a feature of iron nutrition in athletes?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of caffeine use in physical activity?

About how many kcal are supplied by 8 oz of the typical sports drink?

A person's "VO₂ max" is the maximum

For maximum benefits,cardiorespiratory endurance episodes should be sustained for at least

According to several recognized health organizations,about how many grams of protein per day are recommended for a male,70-kg strength athlete?

Results of research studying carnitine supplementation as an ergogenic aid showed that it

Physical fitness may be achieved by engaging in a moderately intense level of exercise at a frequency of at least

Which of the following are features of physical activity and exercise?

What type of chemicals are DHEA and androstenedione?

If a person's maximum heart rate is 220 beats/min,what is his safe maximum heart rate during vigorous exercise?

Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics of beer as a beverage for athletes?

For most physically active people,all of the following are valid reasons for consuming sports drinks EXCEPT

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, d, e, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Diet and Health

Consumer Concerns About Foods and Water

Hunger and the Global Environment

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Exam 14: Fitness: Physical Activity, nutrients, and Body Adaptations

In the endurance athlete,the first priority of nutrient repletion should be

Which of the following is NOT known to modify the body's use of protein?

For optimal performance of endurance athletes,sports nutritionists recommend approximately how much dietary fat energy?

Which of the following is a feature of water metabolism during exercise?

Which of the following is a feature of enhanced waters for physical activity?

Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics of heat stroke?

Which of the following are common early symptoms of hypothermia in athletes?

Which of the following is a feature of iron nutrition in athletes?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of caffeine use in physical activity?

About how many kcal are supplied by 8 oz of the typical sports drink?

A person's "VO2 max" is the maximum

For maximum benefits,cardiorespiratory endurance episodes should be sustained for at least

According to several recognized health organizations,about how many grams of protein per day are recommended for a male,70-kg strength athlete?

Results of research studying carnitine supplementation as an ergogenic aid showed that it

Physical fitness may be achieved by engaging in a moderately intense level of exercise at a frequency of at least

Which of the following are features of physical activity and exercise?

What type of chemicals are DHEA and androstenedione?

If a person's maximum heart rate is 220 beats/min,what is his safe maximum heart rate during vigorous exercise?

Which of the following is NOT among the characteristics of beer as a beverage for athletes?

For most physically active people,all of the following are valid reasons for consuming sports drinks EXCEPT

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, d, e, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Diet and Health

Consumer Concerns About Foods and Water

Hunger and the Global Environment

Filters

A person's "VO₂ max" is the maximum