Question 1

What is the correct interpretation of a body composition chart that shows that professional male tennis players have approximately 11-15% body fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  Research studies have shown that male tennis players should fall within this range for best performance. 
B)  These figures reflect the body composition of elite players but it is not known if this range is best for performance. 
C)  Aspiring male professional tennis players should try to achieve this range because performance will be improved. 
D)  Female tennis players should strive for this range of body fat to improve their performance. 
A)  Research studies have shown that male tennis players should fall within this range for best performance. 
B)  These figures reflect the body composition of elite players but it is not known if this range is best for performance. 
C)  Aspiring male professional tennis players should try to achieve this range because performance will be improved. 
D)  Female tennis players should strive for this range of body fat to improve their performance.

Question 2

Which of the following is a source of error in determining body composition by underwater weighing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Subject movement in the water when being weighed 
B)  Subject's inability to exhale as much air as possible 
C)  Inability to determine subject's residual volume accurately 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Subject movement in the water when being weighed 
B)  Subject's inability to exhale as much air as possible 
C)  Inability to determine subject's residual volume accurately 
D)  All of the above

Question 3

An athlete is weighed underwater and is told that he is 13% body fat. How should he interpret this information?

Accepted Answer

A)  His percentage of body fat is 16% (13% storage fat + 3% essential fat). 
B)  His percentage of body fat is between 10.3% and 15.7%. 
C)  His percentage of body fat is not higher than 13% but it may be lower. 
D)  His percentage of body fat is not lower than 13% but it may be higher. 
A)  His percentage of body fat is 16% (13% storage fat + 3% essential fat). 
B)  His percentage of body fat is between 10.3% and 15.7%. 
C)  His percentage of body fat is not higher than 13% but it may be lower. 
D)  His percentage of body fat is not lower than 13% but it may be higher.

Question 4

Summarize the legality, ethics, safety, and effectiveness of muscle-building supplements.

Accepted Answer

The legality of muscle-building suppleme

Question 5

As a "rule of thumb" estimate, male athletes who wish to increase muscle mass should increase daily energy intake by approximately _____ kcal.

Accepted Answer

A)  100-200 
B)  400-500 
C)  800-1,000 
D)  more than 1,000 kcal 
A)  100-200 
B)  400-500 
C)  800-1,000 
D)  more than 1,000 kcal

Question 6

Weight cycling is defined as:

Accepted Answer

A)  large and rapid weight loss. 
B)  repeated weight loss and gain. 
C)  weight fluctuations due to fluid loss or gain. 
D)  the inability to maintain a low body weight. 
A)  large and rapid weight loss. 
B)  repeated weight loss and gain. 
C)  weight fluctuations due to fluid loss or gain. 
D)  the inability to maintain a low body weight.

Question 7

For an athlete trying to lose body fat, what is the recommended minimum amount of carbohydrate that should be consumed each day?

Accepted Answer

A)  4 g/kg 
B)  5 g/kg 
C)  6 g/kg 
D)  7 g/kg 
A)  4 g/kg 
B)  5 g/kg 
C)  6 g/kg 
D)  7 g/kg

Question 8

Explain error of measurement and compare and contrast the measurement error of each method used for estimating body composition.

Accepted Answer

Measurement error refers to the discrepa

Question 9

Most athletes who compete in lightweight sports are naturally light in weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Endomorphs are typically slightly built with less developed muscle mass and fat stores.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Summarize the legality, ethics, safety, and effectiveness of ephedrine-containing supplements.

Accepted Answer

Ephedrine-containing supplements have be

Question 12

Explain how size (weight), strength, and speed must be considered to determine "optimal" body composition. Make comparisons by using examples of specific sports.

Accepted Answer

Body composition plays a crucial role in

Question 13

All methods for measuring body composition in active people have some inherent error.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

How does the Standard Error of the Estimate (SEE) for bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) compare to that of underwater weighing, and how should this information be interpreted?

Accepted Answer

A)  SEE is higher for BIA, making BIA a more accurate measure. 
B)  SEE is higher for BIA, making BIA a less accurate measure. 
C)  SEE is lower for BIA, making BIA a more accurate measure. 
D)  SEE is lower for BIA, making BIA a less accurate measure. 
E)  The SEE is the same, making BIA equally accurate. 
A)  SEE is higher for BIA, making BIA a more accurate measure. 
B)  SEE is higher for BIA, making BIA a less accurate measure. 
C)  SEE is lower for BIA, making BIA a more accurate measure. 
D)  SEE is lower for BIA, making BIA a less accurate measure. 
E)  The SEE is the same, making BIA equally accurate.

Question 15

Higher-protein, lower-energy (kcal) diets are often recommended to athletes who wish to lose body fat because they may help to protect against the loss of fat-free mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What do the majority of studies conclude about the effectiveness of ephedrine for weight loss in obese individuals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ineffective for weight loss in obese people 
B)  Results in ~9-pound weight loss after six months of use 
C)  Results in ~20-pound weight loss after six months of use 
D)  Results in greater than a 20-pound weight loss after 12 months of use 
A)  Ineffective for weight loss in obese people 
B)  Results in ~9-pound weight loss after six months of use 
C)  Results in ~20-pound weight loss after six months of use 
D)  Results in greater than a 20-pound weight loss after 12 months of use

Question 17

indicate whether extra body weight as fat would typically be advantageous or disadvantageous to the performance of the athlete.
-Distance runner

Accepted Answer

A)  Advantageous 
B)  Disadvantageous 
A)  Advantageous 
B)  Disadvantageous

Question 18

Rank order the measurements of body composition (underwater weighing, plethysmography, skinfold assessment, bioelectrical impedance analysis) for accuracy, practicality, subject discomfort, and technician training.

Accepted Answer

When ranking the measurements of body co

Question 19

Discuss the legality, ethics, purity, safety, and effectiveness of muscle-building and weight-loss supplements.

Accepted Answer

The legality, ethics, purity, safety, an

Question 20

When male athletes are trying to increase muscle mass, it is generally recommended that they increase their caloric intake by ~ 400 to 500 kcal daily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is the correct interpretation of a body composition chart that shows that professional male tennis players have approximately 11-15% body fat?

Which of the following is a source of error in determining body composition by underwater weighing?

An athlete is weighed underwater and is told that he is 13% body fat. How should he interpret this information?

Summarize the legality, ethics, safety, and effectiveness of muscle-building supplements.

As a "rule of thumb" estimate, male athletes who wish to increase muscle mass should increase daily energy intake by approximately _____ kcal.

Weight cycling is defined as:

For an athlete trying to lose body fat, what is the recommended minimum amount of carbohydrate that should be consumed each day?

Explain error of measurement and compare and contrast the measurement error of each method used for estimating body composition.

Most athletes who compete in lightweight sports are naturally light in weight.

Endomorphs are typically slightly built with less developed muscle mass and fat stores.

Summarize the legality, ethics, safety, and effectiveness of ephedrine-containing supplements.

Explain how size (weight), strength, and speed must be considered to determine "optimal" body composition. Make comparisons by using examples of specific sports.

All methods for measuring body composition in active people have some inherent error.

How does the Standard Error of the Estimate (SEE) for bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) compare to that of underwater weighing, and how should this information be interpreted?

Higher-protein, lower-energy (kcal) diets are often recommended to athletes who wish to lose body fat because they may help to protect against the loss of fat-free mass.

What do the majority of studies conclude about the effectiveness of ephedrine for weight loss in obese individuals?

indicate whether extra body weight as fat would typically be advantageous or disadvantageous to the performance of the athlete. -Distance runner

Rank order the measurements of body composition (underwater weighing, plethysmography, skinfold assessment, bioelectrical impedance analysis) for accuracy, practicality, subject discomfort, and technician training.

Discuss the legality, ethics, purity, safety, and effectiveness of muscle-building and weight-loss supplements.

When male athletes are trying to increase muscle mass, it is generally recommended that they increase their caloric intake by ~ 400 to 500 kcal daily.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 11: Weight and Body Composition

What is the correct interpretation of a body composition chart that shows that professional male tennis players have approximately 11-15% body fat?

Which of the following is a source of error in determining body composition by underwater weighing?

An athlete is weighed underwater and is told that he is 13% body fat. How should he interpret this information?

Summarize the legality, ethics, safety, and effectiveness of muscle-building supplements.

As a "rule of thumb" estimate, male athletes who wish to increase muscle mass should increase daily energy intake by approximately _____ kcal.

Weight cycling is defined as:

For an athlete trying to lose body fat, what is the recommended minimum amount of carbohydrate that should be consumed each day?

Explain error of measurement and compare and contrast the measurement error of each method used for estimating body composition.

Most athletes who compete in lightweight sports are naturally light in weight.

Endomorphs are typically slightly built with less developed muscle mass and fat stores.

Summarize the legality, ethics, safety, and effectiveness of ephedrine-containing supplements.

Explain how size (weight), strength, and speed must be considered to determine "optimal" body composition. Make comparisons by using examples of specific sports.

All methods for measuring body composition in active people have some inherent error.

How does the Standard Error of the Estimate (SEE) for bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) compare to that of underwater weighing, and how should this information be interpreted?

Higher-protein, lower-energy (kcal) diets are often recommended to athletes who wish to lose body fat because they may help to protect against the loss of fat-free mass.

What do the majority of studies conclude about the effectiveness of ephedrine for weight loss in obese individuals?

indicate whether extra body weight as fat would typically be advantageous or disadvantageous to the performance of the athlete. -Distance runner

Rank order the measurements of body composition (underwater weighing, plethysmography, skinfold assessment, bioelectrical impedance analysis) for accuracy, practicality, subject discomfort, and technician training.

Discuss the legality, ethics, purity, safety, and effectiveness of muscle-building and weight-loss supplements.

When male athletes are trying to increase muscle mass, it is generally recommended that they increase their caloric intake by ~ 400 to 500 kcal daily.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters