Question 1

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of moderate jogging for 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

What is the age-predicted maximum heart rate of a healthy 48 year old?

Accepted Answer

A)  172 
B)  138 
C)  220 
D)  103 
A)  172 
B)  138 
C)  220 
D)  103

Question 3

The use of sports drinks is most helpful for continuous activities lasting

Accepted Answer

A)  5 to 60 seconds. 
B)  1 to 5 minutes. 
C)  30 minutes. 
D)  60 minutes or longer. 
A)  5 to 60 seconds. 
B)  1 to 5 minutes. 
C)  30 minutes. 
D)  60 minutes or longer.

Question 4

To boost glycogen stores in the hours before an event, an endurance athlete should eat

Accepted Answer

A)  broccoli and cheese soup. 
B)  bagels. 
C)  peanut butter. 
D)  tuna fish. 
A)  broccoli and cheese soup. 
B)  bagels. 
C)  peanut butter. 
D)  tuna fish.

Question 5

Which of the following is a permissible supplement for athletic departments to provide to athletes as defined by the NCAA?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ginseng 
B)  Conjugated linoleic acid 
C)  Electrolyte replacement beverages 
D)  Creatine 
A)  Ginseng 
B)  Conjugated linoleic acid 
C)  Electrolyte replacement beverages 
D)  Creatine

Question 6

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

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 7

Which of the following is a benefit of regular physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Improved sleep 
B)  Increased body fat 
C)  Reduced muscle mass 
D)  Higher blood pressure 
A)  Improved sleep 
B)  Increased body fat 
C)  Reduced muscle mass 
D)  Higher blood pressure

Question 8

What is the name of the high-energy compound that cells use to fuel chemical reactions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) 
B)  Glucose 
C)  Amino acids 
D)  Fatty acids 
A)  Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) 
B)  Glucose 
C)  Amino acids 
D)  Fatty acids

Question 9

During endurance exercise, ________ can supply as much as 10% of energy for exercising muscles.

Accepted Answer

A)  amino acids 
B)  glucose 
C)  fatty acids 
D)  thiamin 
A)  amino acids 
B)  glucose 
C)  fatty acids 
D)  thiamin

Question 10

Anabolic steroid use may cause which of the following side effects?

Accepted Answer

A)  Frequent urination, hyperactivity, and groin pain 
B)  Decreased heart rate, confusion, and vision disturbances 
C)  Cardiovascular disease, extreme mood swings, and sleep disturbances 
D)  Weight loss, decreased mental alertness, and increased fat metabolism 
A)  Frequent urination, hyperactivity, and groin pain 
B)  Decreased heart rate, confusion, and vision disturbances 
C)  Cardiovascular disease, extreme mood swings, and sleep disturbances 
D)  Weight loss, decreased mental alertness, and increased fat metabolism

Question 11

The FITT principle describes

Accepted Answer

A)  specific aspects to consider when designing a sound fitness program. 
B)  the benefits of incorporating regular, moderate physical activity into one's lifestyle. 
C)  a method of determining the intensity of exercises. 
D)  the fluid needs of athletes before, during, and after a workout. 
A)  specific aspects to consider when designing a sound fitness program. 
B)  the benefits of incorporating regular, moderate physical activity into one's lifestyle. 
C)  a method of determining the intensity of exercises. 
D)  the fluid needs of athletes before, during, and after a workout.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Most athletes do not consume enough supplements. 
B)  Most athletes should take iron supplements to enhance their aerobic capacity. 
C)  Most athletes should take antioxidant supplements to reduce muscle damage caused by workouts. 
D)  Most athletes obtain ample vitamins and minerals through whole foods if they meet their caloric needs. 
A)  Most athletes do not consume enough supplements. 
B)  Most athletes should take iron supplements to enhance their aerobic capacity. 
C)  Most athletes should take antioxidant supplements to reduce muscle damage caused by workouts. 
D)  Most athletes obtain ample vitamins and minerals through whole foods if they meet their caloric needs.

Question 13

A 120-pound woman is training for a bodybuilding competition and needs to build muscle mass. What is the maximum recommended daily protein intake for this woman?

Accepted Answer

A)  110 grams per day 
B)  240 grams per day 
C)  45 grams per day 
D)  80 grams per day 
A)  110 grams per day 
B)  240 grams per day 
C)  45 grams per day 
D)  80 grams per day

Question 14

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Ergogenic aid

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 15

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Blood doping

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 16

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

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 17

The goal of blood doping is to

Accepted Answer

A)  enhance aerobic capacity. 
B)  enhance immune function. 
C)  prevent blood clots. 
D)  alleviate hemochromatosis. 
A)  enhance aerobic capacity. 
B)  enhance immune function. 
C)  prevent blood clots. 
D)  alleviate hemochromatosis.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

For which of the following activities would carbohydrate loading be most useful?

Accepted Answer

A)  Marathon 
B)  Weight lifting 
C)  Football 
D)  Golf 
A)  Marathon 
B)  Weight lifting 
C)  Football 
D)  Golf

Question 20

Which of the following is true about protein as an energy source?

Accepted Answer

A)  Protein is more important than carbohydrate as an energy source for muscular activity. 
B)  The use of protein as an energy source is greater for endurance athletes than for those who body build or lift weights. 
C)  Protein and amino acid supplements are needed as energy sources for weight lifters. 
D)  Protein is a good energy source, supplying 7 kcal per gram. 
A)  Protein is more important than carbohydrate as an energy source for muscular activity. 
B)  The use of protein as an energy source is greater for endurance athletes than for those who body build or lift weights. 
C)  Protein and amino acid supplements are needed as energy sources for weight lifters. 
D)  Protein is a good energy source, supplying 7 kcal per gram.

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of moderate jogging for 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

What is the age-predicted maximum heart rate of a healthy 48 year old?

The use of sports drinks is most helpful for continuous activities lasting

To boost glycogen stores in the hours before an event, an endurance athlete should eat

Which of the following is a permissible supplement for athletic departments to provide to athletes as defined by the NCAA?

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

Which of the following is a benefit of regular physical activity?

What is the name of the high-energy compound that cells use to fuel chemical reactions?

During endurance exercise, ________ can supply as much as 10% of energy for exercising muscles.

Anabolic steroid use may cause which of the following side effects?

The FITT principle describes

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

A 120-pound woman is training for a bodybuilding competition and needs to build muscle mass. What is the maximum recommended daily protein intake for this woman?

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Ergogenic aid

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Blood doping

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

The goal of blood doping is to

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

For which of the following activities would carbohydrate loading be most useful?

Which of the following is true about protein as an energy source?

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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Exam 10: Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of moderate jogging for 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

What is the age-predicted maximum heart rate of a healthy 48 year old?

The use of sports drinks is most helpful for continuous activities lasting

To boost glycogen stores in the hours before an event, an endurance athlete should eat

Which of the following is a permissible supplement for athletic departments to provide to athletes as defined by the NCAA?

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

Which of the following is a benefit of regular physical activity?

What is the name of the high-energy compound that cells use to fuel chemical reactions?

During endurance exercise, ________ can supply as much as 10% of energy for exercising muscles.

Anabolic steroid use may cause which of the following side effects?

The FITT principle describes

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

A 120-pound woman is training for a bodybuilding competition and needs to build muscle mass. What is the maximum recommended daily protein intake for this woman?

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Ergogenic aid

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Blood doping

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

The goal of blood doping is to

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

For which of the following activities would carbohydrate loading be most useful?

Which of the following is true about protein as an energy source?

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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