Question 1

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once.
-Principle of specificity

Accepted Answer

A) Adaptation to a given level of stimulus over time 
B) Adaptation to a certain type of stimulus 
C) Recovery is as important as the stimulus 
D) Designating time periods for specific adaptations to occur 
E) "Use it or lose it" 
A) Adaptation to a given level of stimulus over time 
B) Adaptation to a certain type of stimulus 
C) Recovery is as important as the stimulus 
D) Designating time periods for specific adaptations to occur 
E) "Use it or lose it"

Question 2

Which of the following certifications does NOT require a bachelor's degree?

Accepted Answer

A)  Registered dietitian (R
D)  
B)  Registered clinical exercise physiologist (RCEP) 
C)  Certified athletic trainer (AT
C)  
D)  Personal trainer 
A)  Registered dietitian (R
D)  
B)  Registered clinical exercise physiologist (RCEP) 
C)  Certified athletic trainer (AT
C)  
D)  Personal trainer

Question 3

In the MyPyramid graphic, the largest band is orange, which represents grains. The message of this graphic is that grains should be the largest proportion of food in the total diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The term level of evidence refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  the number of peers who reviewed a research study manuscript. 
B)  the number of epidemiological studies conducted on a topic. 
C)  the strength of the study with the largest number of subjects. 
D)  the relative strength of the collective body of research on a topic. 
A)  the number of peers who reviewed a research study manuscript. 
B)  the number of epidemiological studies conducted on a topic. 
C)  the strength of the study with the largest number of subjects. 
D)  the relative strength of the collective body of research on a topic.

Question 5

Explain the ways in which the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act regulates dietary supplements in the United States. In what ways are dietary supplements not well regulated?

Accepted Answer

The Dietary Supplement Health and Educat

Question 6

The primary source of nutrition information for consumers is the media, predominantly television and magazines.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the application of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) to trained athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  The DRI are not applicable to athletes because they were developed for the general population. 
B)  Although they were developed for the general population, athletes can use the DRI to assess the adequacy of their diets. 
C)  Athletes should add 10% to DRI values to reflect the increased need for nutrients by trained athletes. 
D)  All of the DRI are applicable to both the general and athletic populations. 
A)  The DRI are not applicable to athletes because they were developed for the general population. 
B)  Although they were developed for the general population, athletes can use the DRI to assess the adequacy of their diets. 
C)  Athletes should add 10% to DRI values to reflect the increased need for nutrients by trained athletes. 
D)  All of the DRI are applicable to both the general and athletic populations.

Question 8

This study is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  case study research. 
B)  epidemiological research. 
C)  experimental research. 
D)  a and c 
A)  case study research. 
B)  epidemiological research. 
C)  experimental research. 
D)  a and c

Question 9

Which of the following is the best definition of sports nutrition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ingestion, digestion, absorption, metabolism, and biochemistry of nutrients 
B)  Energy needed to train and perform 
C)  Science of eating and supplementation 
D)  Application of nutritional and physiological principles that support training and performance 
A)  Ingestion, digestion, absorption, metabolism, and biochemistry of nutrients 
B)  Energy needed to train and perform 
C)  Science of eating and supplementation 
D)  Application of nutritional and physiological principles that support training and performance

Question 10

What are the roles of exercise physiologists, sports dietitians, certified athletic trainers and certified strength and conditioning specialists? When do these roles overlap and when are they distinct?

Accepted Answer

Exercise physiologists, sports dietitian

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the term Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Minimum amount of nutrients needed by an individual each day 
B)  Maximum amount of nutrients that should not be exceeded each day 
C)  Current nutrient standard for individuals 
D)  Eight key nutrients needed for good health 
A)  Minimum amount of nutrients needed by an individual each day 
B)  Maximum amount of nutrients that should not be exceeded each day 
C)  Current nutrient standard for individuals 
D)  Eight key nutrients needed for good health

Question 12

The results of this study will be used to establish a:

Accepted Answer

A)  correlation. 
B)  cause and effect relationship. 
A)  correlation. 
B)  cause and effect relationship.

Question 13

Was the study double-blind?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes 
B)  No 
A)  Yes 
B)  No

Question 14

Define key terms such as exercise physiology, nutrition, athlete, physical activity, exercise, and sport.

Accepted Answer

Exercise physiology is the study of how

Question 15

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once.
-Principle of hard/easy

Accepted Answer

A) Adaptation to a given level of stimulus over time 
B) Adaptation to a certain type of stimulus 
C) Recovery is as important as the stimulus 
D) Designating time periods for specific adaptations to occur 
E) "Use it or lose it" 
A) Adaptation to a given level of stimulus over time 
B) Adaptation to a certain type of stimulus 
C) Recovery is as important as the stimulus 
D) Designating time periods for specific adaptations to occur 
E) "Use it or lose it"

Question 16

"Garbage in, garbage out" is a saying that indicates that if the input is bad, a good result cannot be expected. Explain how this saying applies to research design and results.

Accepted Answer

In the context of research design and re

Question 17

Which of the following is the best definition of exercise physiology?

Accepted Answer

A)  Art and science of training 
B)  Laboratory study of mental and physical fatigue 
C)  Scientific study of the body's responses and adaptations to movement 
D)  Clinical observations of acute and chronic exercise 
A)  Art and science of training 
B)  Laboratory study of mental and physical fatigue 
C)  Scientific study of the body's responses and adaptations to movement 
D)  Clinical observations of acute and chronic exercise

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Principle of specificity

Which of the following certifications does NOT require a bachelor's degree?

In the MyPyramid graphic, the largest band is orange, which represents grains. The message of this graphic is that grains should be the largest proportion of food in the total diet.

The term level of evidence refers to:

Explain the ways in which the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act regulates dietary supplements in the United States. In what ways are dietary supplements not well regulated?

The primary source of nutrition information for consumers is the media, predominantly television and magazines.

Which of the following best describes the application of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) to trained athletes?

This study is an example of:

Which of the following is the best definition of sports nutrition?

What are the roles of exercise physiologists, sports dietitians, certified athletic trainers and certified strength and conditioning specialists? When do these roles overlap and when are they distinct?

Which of the following best describes the term Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?

The results of this study will be used to establish a:

Was the study double-blind?

Define key terms such as exercise physiology, nutrition, athlete, physical activity, exercise, and sport.

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Principle of hard/easy

"Garbage in, garbage out" is a saying that indicates that if the input is bad, a good result cannot be expected. Explain how this saying applies to research design and results.

Which of the following is the best definition of exercise physiology?

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 1: Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Principle of specificity

Which of the following certifications does NOT require a bachelor's degree?

In the MyPyramid graphic, the largest band is orange, which represents grains. The message of this graphic is that grains should be the largest proportion of food in the total diet.

The term level of evidence refers to:

Explain the ways in which the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act regulates dietary supplements in the United States. In what ways are dietary supplements not well regulated?

The primary source of nutrition information for consumers is the media, predominantly television and magazines.

Which of the following best describes the application of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) to trained athletes?

This study is an example of:

Which of the following is the best definition of sports nutrition?

What are the roles of exercise physiologists, sports dietitians, certified athletic trainers and certified strength and conditioning specialists? When do these roles overlap and when are they distinct?

Which of the following best describes the term Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?

The results of this study will be used to establish a:

Was the study double-blind?

Define key terms such as exercise physiology, nutrition, athlete, physical activity, exercise, and sport.

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Principle of hard/easy

"Garbage in, garbage out" is a saying that indicates that if the input is bad, a good result cannot be expected. Explain how this saying applies to research design and results.

Which of the following is the best definition of exercise physiology?

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters