Question 1

When compared to male athletes in the same sport, female athletes usually have a higher percentage of body fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In what ways are body weight and body composition related? Not related? Give examples of body weight and composition results that could be misinterpreted by athletes and those who work with athletes.

Accepted Answer

Body weight and body composition are rel

Question 3

Measuring weight on a daily basis is most useful to athletes who are trying to:

Accepted Answer

A)  lose body fat. 
B)  increase muscle mass. 
C)  change overall body composition. 
D)  monitor hydration status. 
A)  lose body fat. 
B)  increase muscle mass. 
C)  change overall body composition. 
D)  monitor hydration status.

Question 4

Underwater weighing and plethysmography (e.g., Bod Pod) are two methods that use body density to estimate percentage of body fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Why is DHEA sometimes referred to as the fountain of youth?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is typically taken by younger rather than older athletes. 
B)  It has been shown to be effective for increasing speed. 
C)  It has been shown to slow the aging process at the cellular level. 
D)  It is found in high concentrations in young people but declines with aging. 
A)  It is typically taken by younger rather than older athletes. 
B)  It has been shown to be effective for increasing speed. 
C)  It has been shown to slow the aging process at the cellular level. 
D)  It is found in high concentrations in young people but declines with aging.

Question 7

All weight-loss diets for the purpose of reducing body fat have one thing in common, which is _____.

Accepted Answer

decreased

Question 8

Match the body composition measurement method with the description that best describes it. Use each answer only once.
-Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)

Accepted Answer

A) Technician training and consistency are critical and can introduce a large degree of error. 
B) Likely that future research studies will confirm that it is the most accurate procedure. 
C) Use in athletes is hampered by need to follow restrictive pre-measurement guidelines related to exercise and caffeine intake. 
D) Subject error may be substantial. 
E) Extremely simple procedure with virtually no problems with subject comfort, effort, or pre-measurement preparations. 
A) Technician training and consistency are critical and can introduce a large degree of error. 
B) Likely that future research studies will confirm that it is the most accurate procedure. 
C) Use in athletes is hampered by need to follow restrictive pre-measurement guidelines related to exercise and caffeine intake. 
D) Subject error may be substantial. 
E) Extremely simple procedure with virtually no problems with subject comfort, effort, or pre-measurement preparations.

Question 9

DEXA scans are most often associated with measuring bone mineral density; however, they are also a method that can be used to assess body composition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The terms lean body mass and muscle mass can be used interchangeably because technically they are the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

How do the terms ephedra and ephedrine compare?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ephedrine is a botanical term for a plant and ephedra is an active ingredient. 
B)  Ephedra is a botanical term for a plant and ephedrine is an active ingredient. 
C)  Ephedrine is the brand name used for non-herbal sources of ephedra. 
D)  Both terms are technically and commercially similar. 
A)  Ephedrine is a botanical term for a plant and ephedra is an active ingredient. 
B)  Ephedra is a botanical term for a plant and ephedrine is an active ingredient. 
C)  Ephedrine is the brand name used for non-herbal sources of ephedra. 
D)  Both terms are technically and commercially similar.

Question 12

The purpose of calculating a minimum body weight is to determine the lowest percentage of body fat consistent with good health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Essential fat in adult females is estimated to be ~ ____% of total body weight.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  8 
C)  12 
D)  15 
A)  5 
B)  8 
C)  12 
D)  15

Question 14

The majority of studies have shown that DHEA supplements have an anabolic effect and enhance the performance of strength athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The standard error in underwater weighing is approximately +/-:

Accepted Answer

A)  0.7%. 
B)  1.7%. 
C)  2.7%. 
D)  3.7%. 
A)  0.7%. 
B)  1.7%. 
C)  2.7%. 
D)  3.7%.

Question 16

What is ma huang?

Accepted Answer

A)  An herb that contains ephedrine 
B)  Ephedrine that is synthesized in the laboratory 
C)  Name of the most popular ephedrine-containing dietary supplement in the U.S. 
D)  Name of the most popular ephedrine-containing over-the-counter medication in the U.S. 
A)  An herb that contains ephedrine 
B)  Ephedrine that is synthesized in the laboratory 
C)  Name of the most popular ephedrine-containing dietary supplement in the U.S. 
D)  Name of the most popular ephedrine-containing over-the-counter medication in the U.S.

Question 17

What do the majority of studies conclude about the effectiveness of DHEA supplements for increasing muscle mass?

Accepted Answer

A)  DHEA is an effective muscle-building supplement with an effect similar to that seen with anabolic steroids. 
B)  DHEA has a small effect on increasing muscle mass but not the large effect seen with anabolic steroids. 
C)  DHEA is not effective for increasing muscle mass. 
D)  DHEA is not effective for increasing muscle mass but performance is improved. 
A)  DHEA is an effective muscle-building supplement with an effect similar to that seen with anabolic steroids. 
B)  DHEA has a small effect on increasing muscle mass but not the large effect seen with anabolic steroids. 
C)  DHEA is not effective for increasing muscle mass. 
D)  DHEA is not effective for increasing muscle mass but performance is improved.

Question 18

In order to lose body fat, an athlete must exercise in the "fat burning" zone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Rigid adherence to attaining a given scale weight or body composition is never recommended.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Body composition that is assessed by any indirect method is never precise because of measurement error.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When compared to male athletes in the same sport, female athletes usually have a higher percentage of body fat.

In what ways are body weight and body composition related? Not related? Give examples of body weight and composition results that could be misinterpreted by athletes and those who work with athletes.

Measuring weight on a daily basis is most useful to athletes who are trying to:

Underwater weighing and plethysmography (e.g., Bod Pod) are two methods that use body density to estimate percentage of body fat.

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

Why is DHEA sometimes referred to as the fountain of youth?

All weight-loss diets for the purpose of reducing body fat have one thing in common, which is _____.

Match the body composition measurement method with the description that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)

DEXA scans are most often associated with measuring bone mineral density; however, they are also a method that can be used to assess body composition.

The terms lean body mass and muscle mass can be used interchangeably because technically they are the same.

How do the terms ephedra and ephedrine compare?

The purpose of calculating a minimum body weight is to determine the lowest percentage of body fat consistent with good health.

Essential fat in adult females is estimated to be ~ ____% of total body weight.

The majority of studies have shown that DHEA supplements have an anabolic effect and enhance the performance of strength athletes.

The standard error in underwater weighing is approximately +/-:

What is ma huang?

What do the majority of studies conclude about the effectiveness of DHEA supplements for increasing muscle mass?

In order to lose body fat, an athlete must exercise in the "fat burning" zone.

Rigid adherence to attaining a given scale weight or body composition is never recommended.

Body composition that is assessed by any indirect method is never precise because of measurement error.

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

When compared to male athletes in the same sport, female athletes usually have a higher percentage of body fat.

In what ways are body weight and body composition related? Not related? Give examples of body weight and composition results that could be misinterpreted by athletes and those who work with athletes.

Measuring weight on a daily basis is most useful to athletes who are trying to:

Underwater weighing and plethysmography (e.g., Bod Pod) are two methods that use body density to estimate percentage of body fat.

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

Why is DHEA sometimes referred to as the fountain of youth?

All weight-loss diets for the purpose of reducing body fat have one thing in common, which is _____.

Match the body composition measurement method with the description that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)

DEXA scans are most often associated with measuring bone mineral density; however, they are also a method that can be used to assess body composition.

The terms lean body mass and muscle mass can be used interchangeably because technically they are the same.

How do the terms ephedra and ephedrine compare?

The purpose of calculating a minimum body weight is to determine the lowest percentage of body fat consistent with good health.

Essential fat in adult females is estimated to be ~ ____% of total body weight.

The majority of studies have shown that DHEA supplements have an anabolic effect and enhance the performance of strength athletes.

The standard error in underwater weighing is approximately +/-:

What is ma huang?

What do the majority of studies conclude about the effectiveness of DHEA supplements for increasing muscle mass?

In order to lose body fat, an athlete must exercise in the "fat burning" zone.

Rigid adherence to attaining a given scale weight or body composition is never recommended.

Body composition that is assessed by any indirect method is never precise because of measurement error.

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