Question 1

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 10% 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 10% of energy needs. D

Question 2

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

Question 3

Good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events include

Accepted Answer

A)  taking salt tablets and drinking plenty of fluid before the workout. 
B)  drink freely during the 24 hours before an event and consuming fluid to replace losses during the workout. 
C)  never drinking fluid during a workout as this will cause abdominal cramps. 
D)  avoid water 24 hours prior to a competition and then hyperhydrate during the event. 
A)  taking salt tablets and drinking plenty of fluid before the workout. 
B)  drink freely during the 24 hours before an event and consuming fluid to replace losses during the workout. 
C)  never drinking fluid during a workout as this will cause abdominal cramps. 
D)  avoid water 24 hours prior to a competition and then hyperhydrate during the event. B

Question 4

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Heat cramps

Accepted Answer

A) Low blood sodium that can result from consuming a large volume of water without also replacing electrolytes 
B) Condition that occurs when internal body temperature reaches 104°F; skin is hot and dry 
C) Painful skeletal muscle contractions occurring in people who have experienced large sweat losses from exercising for several hours in a hot climate and who have consumed a large volume of unsalted water 
D) Heat-related condition caused by fluid loss; characterized by headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, and visual disturbances 
A) Low blood sodium that can result from consuming a large volume of water without also replacing electrolytes 
B) Condition that occurs when internal body temperature reaches 104°F; skin is hot and dry 
C) Painful skeletal muscle contractions occurring in people who have experienced large sweat losses from exercising for several hours in a hot climate and who have consumed a large volume of unsalted water 
D) Heat-related condition caused by fluid loss; characterized by headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, and visual disturbances

Question 5

To prevent iron deficiency, a female athlete should

Accepted Answer

A)  take high-dose iron supplements regularly while following a low-calorie diet. 
B)  have her blood hemoglobin level checked to determine if a deficiency exists that may require iron supplementation. 
C)  not be concerned as a low iron status is common in female athletes and will eventually resolve on its own. 
D)  not be concerned about iron status as iron is not involved in energy production. 
A)  take high-dose iron supplements regularly while following a low-calorie diet. 
B)  have her blood hemoglobin level checked to determine if a deficiency exists that may require iron supplementation. 
C)  not be concerned as a low iron status is common in female athletes and will eventually resolve on its own. 
D)  not be concerned about iron status as iron is not involved in energy production.

Question 6

An adequate sports drink contains

Accepted Answer

A)  electrolyte minerals. 
B)  caffeine. 
C)  at least 10% carbohydrate. 
D)  branched-chain amino acids. 
A)  electrolyte minerals. 
B)  caffeine. 
C)  at least 10% carbohydrate. 
D)  branched-chain amino acids.

Question 7

The best way to determine how much fluid to consume after a workout is to

Accepted Answer

A)  weigh yourself before and after the workout. 
B)  rely on your thirst. 
C)  check the label of a sports drink. 
D)  ask a personal trainer. 
A)  weigh yourself before and after the workout. 
B)  rely on your thirst. 
C)  check the label of a sports drink. 
D)  ask a personal trainer.

Question 8

Match the following elements of a fitness program with the descriptions below.
-Intensity

Accepted Answer

A) Type of muscular fitness that combines strength with speed 
B) Type of muscular fitness achieved by performing many repetitions with light weights 
C) Method of estimating the intensity of a workout in which ratings of 1 to 10 correspond to a subjective feeling of exertion 
D) Increase in frequency, intensity, and duration of activities in a fitness program over time 
E) Type of activity that increases flexibility in major muscle groups
F)Type of muscular fitness achieved by performing just a few repetitions with heavy weights
G)Type of activity that uses large muscle groups in a rhythmic fashion
H)Calculated range of percentage of age-predicted maximum heart rate to achieve during a workout
I)Number of times (e.g., per week) physical activity is performed
J)Level of exertion 
A) Type of muscular fitness that combines strength with speed 
B) Type of muscular fitness achieved by performing many repetitions with light weights 
C) Method of estimating the intensity of a workout in which ratings of 1 to 10 correspond to a subjective feeling of exertion 
D) Increase in frequency, intensity, and duration of activities in a fitness program over time 
E) Type of activity that increases flexibility in major muscle groups
F)Type of muscular fitness achieved by performing just a few repetitions with heavy weights
G)Type of activity that uses large muscle groups in a rhythmic fashion
H)Calculated range of percentage of age-predicted maximum heart rate to achieve during a workout
I)Number of times (e.g., per week) physical activity is performed
J)Level of exertion

Question 9

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-ATP

Accepted Answer

A) The main energy currency for cells 
B) A three-carbon compound formed during glucose metabolism; also called pyruvate 
C) High-energy compound that can be used to re-form adenosine triphosphate 
D) A breakdown product of adenosine triphosphate that contains two phosphates 
E) A three-carbon acid formed during anaerobic cell metabolism; accumulation of this compound contributes to muscle fatigue 
A) The main energy currency for cells 
B) A three-carbon compound formed during glucose metabolism; also called pyruvate 
C) High-energy compound that can be used to re-form adenosine triphosphate 
D) A breakdown product of adenosine triphosphate that contains two phosphates 
E) A three-carbon acid formed during anaerobic cell metabolism; accumulation of this compound contributes to muscle fatigue

Question 10

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Carbohydrate loading

Accepted Answer

A) A pituitary hormone that produces body growth and fat release from storage, among other effects 
B) A general term for hormones that stimulate development in male sex organs 
C) A process by which a very-high-carbohydrate diet is consumed for about 3 days before an athletic event while tapering exercise duration to try to increase muscle glycogen stores 
D) A technique by which red blood cells, in a blood sample, are concentrated by removing fluid, and later are injected into an athlete 
E) Work-producing; a mechanical, nutritional, psychological, pharmacological, or physiological substance or treatment that is intended to improve performance 
A) A pituitary hormone that produces body growth and fat release from storage, among other effects 
B) A general term for hormones that stimulate development in male sex organs 
C) A process by which a very-high-carbohydrate diet is consumed for about 3 days before an athletic event while tapering exercise duration to try to increase muscle glycogen stores 
D) A technique by which red blood cells, in a blood sample, are concentrated by removing fluid, and later are injected into an athlete 
E) Work-producing; a mechanical, nutritional, psychological, pharmacological, or physiological substance or treatment that is intended to improve performance

Question 11

Athletes who consume adequate carbohydrates experience

Accepted Answer

A)  increased lean body mass. 
B)  adequate liver and muscle glycogen stores. 
C)  increased risk of chronic disease. 
D)  chronic fatigue. 
A)  increased lean body mass. 
B)  adequate liver and muscle glycogen stores. 
C)  increased risk of chronic disease. 
D)  chronic fatigue.

Question 12

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Heat exhaustion

Accepted Answer

A) Low blood sodium that can result from consuming a large volume of water without also replacing electrolytes 
B) Condition that occurs when internal body temperature reaches 104°F; skin is hot and dry 
C) Painful skeletal muscle contractions occurring in people who have experienced large sweat losses from exercising for several hours in a hot climate and who have consumed a large volume of unsalted water 
D) Heat-related condition caused by fluid loss; characterized by headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, and visual disturbances 
A) Low blood sodium that can result from consuming a large volume of water without also replacing electrolytes 
B) Condition that occurs when internal body temperature reaches 104°F; skin is hot and dry 
C) Painful skeletal muscle contractions occurring in people who have experienced large sweat losses from exercising for several hours in a hot climate and who have consumed a large volume of unsalted water 
D) Heat-related condition caused by fluid loss; characterized by headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, and visual disturbances

Question 13

Choose the statement that is true about sports drinks.

Accepted Answer

A)  They replenish electrolytes 
B)  They replenish fluids 
C)  Their flavor encourages athletes to drink 
D)  All of the choices are correct. 
A)  They replenish electrolytes 
B)  They replenish fluids 
C)  Their flavor encourages athletes to drink 
D)  All of the choices are correct.

Question 14

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Heatstroke

Accepted Answer

A) Low blood sodium that can result from consuming a large volume of water without also replacing electrolytes 
B) Condition that occurs when internal body temperature reaches 104°F; skin is hot and dry 
C) Painful skeletal muscle contractions occurring in people who have experienced large sweat losses from exercising for several hours in a hot climate and who have consumed a large volume of unsalted water 
D) Heat-related condition caused by fluid loss; characterized by headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, and visual disturbances 
A) Low blood sodium that can result from consuming a large volume of water without also replacing electrolytes 
B) Condition that occurs when internal body temperature reaches 104°F; skin is hot and dry 
C) Painful skeletal muscle contractions occurring in people who have experienced large sweat losses from exercising for several hours in a hot climate and who have consumed a large volume of unsalted water 
D) Heat-related condition caused by fluid loss; characterized by headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, and visual disturbances

Question 15

Which of the following is true about the protein intake of athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most athletes require protein supplements to get enough protein. 
B)  Amino acid supplements are the best way to deliver amino acids because they do not need to be digested. 
C)  Most athletes eating an adequate dietary pattern will easily meet their protein needs. 
A)  Most athletes require protein supplements to get enough protein. 
B)  Amino acid supplements are the best way to deliver amino acids because they do not need to be digested. 
C)  Most athletes eating an adequate dietary pattern will easily meet their protein needs.

Question 16

Bill goes on an 8-hour continuous, moderate-intensity hike. Most of the ATP for this activity will be derived from

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic glucose breakdown. 
B)  anaerobic glucose breakdown. 
C)  breakdown of amino acids. 
D)  breakdown of fatty acids. 
A)  aerobic glucose breakdown. 
B)  anaerobic glucose breakdown. 
C)  breakdown of amino acids. 
D)  breakdown of fatty acids.

Question 17

Which of the following is a good pre-event meal?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

A pre-event meal should

Accepted Answer

A)  be eaten less than 1 hour before the event. 
B)  contain at least 600 kcal. 
C)  be high in carbohydrates without providing large amounts of fiber. 
D)  be high in fat to prevent hunger. 
A)  be eaten less than 1 hour before the event. 
B)  contain at least 600 kcal. 
C)  be high in carbohydrates without providing large amounts of fiber. 
D)  be high in fat to prevent hunger.

Question 19

Maxine Miles runs a marathon in 2 hours and 40 minutes. Most of the ATP for this activity is supplied by

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic glucose breakdown. 
B)  anaerobic glucose breakdown. 
C)  breakdown of amino acids. 
D)  breakdown of fatty acids. 
A)  aerobic glucose breakdown. 
B)  anaerobic glucose breakdown. 
C)  breakdown of amino acids. 
D)  breakdown of fatty acids.

Question 20

To decrease the risk of developing heat-related injuries,

Accepted Answer

A)  watch for rapid body-weight changes of 2% or more of body weight. 
B)  limit fluid repletion to avoid bloating. 
C)  avoid exercising in temperatures below freezing. 
D)  stretch before and after physical activity. 
A)  watch for rapid body-weight changes of 2% or more of body weight. 
B)  limit fluid repletion to avoid bloating. 
C)  avoid exercising in temperatures below freezing. 
D)  stretch before and after physical activity.

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?

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

Good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events include

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Heat cramps

To prevent iron deficiency, a female athlete should

An adequate sports drink contains

The best way to determine how much fluid to consume after a workout is to

Match the following elements of a fitness program with the descriptions below. -Intensity

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -ATP

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Carbohydrate loading

Athletes who consume adequate carbohydrates experience

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Heat exhaustion

Choose the statement that is true about sports drinks.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Heatstroke

Which of the following is true about the protein intake of athletes?

Bill goes on an 8-hour continuous, moderate-intensity hike. Most of the ATP for this activity will be derived from

Which of the following is a good pre-event meal?

A pre-event meal should

Maxine Miles runs a marathon in 2 hours and 40 minutes. Most of the ATP for this activity is supplied by

To decrease the risk of developing heat-related injuries,

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Exam 10: Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

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?

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

Good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events include

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Heat cramps

To prevent iron deficiency, a female athlete should

An adequate sports drink contains

The best way to determine how much fluid to consume after a workout is to

Match the following elements of a fitness program with the descriptions below. -Intensity

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -ATP

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Carbohydrate loading

Athletes who consume adequate carbohydrates experience

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Heat exhaustion

Choose the statement that is true about sports drinks.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Heatstroke

Which of the following is true about the protein intake of athletes?

Bill goes on an 8-hour continuous, moderate-intensity hike. Most of the ATP for this activity will be derived from

Which of the following is a good pre-event meal?

A pre-event meal should

Maxine Miles runs a marathon in 2 hours and 40 minutes. Most of the ATP for this activity is supplied by

To decrease the risk of developing heat-related injuries,

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Eating Disorders

Global Nutrition

Protecting Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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