Question 1

Which proportion of calories from complex carbohydrates is recommended for athletes and fitness enthusiasts?

Accepted Answer

A)  40-45 percent 
B)  45-50 percent 
C)  50-55 percent 
D)  55-60 percent 
E)  60-65 percent 
A)  40-45 percent 
B)  45-50 percent 
C)  50-55 percent 
D)  55-60 percent 
E)  60-65 percent D

Question 2

Any meal should be finished at least _____ hour(s) before an athletic event.

Accepted Answer

A)   1  /2 to 1 
B)  1 to 2 
C)  2 to 4 
D)  4 to 5 
E)  5 to 51/2 
A)   1  /2 to 1 
B)  1 to 2 
C)  2 to 4 
D)  4 to 5 
E)  5 to 51/2 C

Question 3

A person wishing to develop larger muscle should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  eat more protein 
B)  train the muscles more 
C)  take in more carbohydrates 
D)  cut back on fatty foods 
E)  take arginine as a supplement 
A)  eat more protein 
B)  train the muscles more 
C)  take in more carbohydrates 
D)  cut back on fatty foods 
E)  take arginine as a supplement B

Question 4

Being physically fit means being free of disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Vignette #2 Jill is 32 years old, and after years of a mostly sedentary life is determined to get into shape. She decides to take up jogging but cannot decide whether to jog at a moderate pace or very fast pace, and has no idea how long to continue. Jill also wants to learn to monitor her heart rate and pulse. She was a gymnast in high school but can no longer touch her toes. Suggest how Jill should get started by answering these questions.
Calculate Jill's target heart rate so she can evaluate her performance.

Accepted Answer

A)  220-250 beats per minute 
B)  200-210  beats per minute 
C)  174-194 beats per minute 
D)  103-169 beats per minute 
E)  85-100 beats per minute 
A)  220-250 beats per minute 
B)  200-210  beats per minute 
C)  174-194 beats per minute 
D)  103-169 beats per minute 
E)  85-100 beats per minute

Question 6

Eliza's boyfriend wants to purchase amino acid supplements to enhance his athletic performance. What would you advise her to say regarding these supplements?

Accepted Answer

A person considering amino acid suppleme

Question 7

For an athlete exercising at a moderate intensity, fat use as a fuel is limited until the athlete has been working out for at least ____ minutes.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  15 
D)  20 
E)  40 
A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  15 
D)  20 
E)  40

Question 8

The protein RDA for adults is ____ g/kg/day but up to ____ g/kg/day is recommended for bodybuilders.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.4; 0.8 
B)  0.4; 1.7 
C)  0.8; 1.7 
D)  0.8; 2.1 
E)  1.1; 2.1 
A)  0.4; 0.8 
B)  0.4; 1.7 
C)  0.8; 1.7 
D)  0.8; 2.1 
E)  1.1; 2.1

Question 9

Explain the difference between maximum heart rate (MHR) and target heart rate (THR) . Calculate the two values for a 25-year-old person, and discuss their significance for that person.

Accepted Answer

Maximum heart rate (MHR is an estimated

Question 10

The overall improvement of the cardiovascular system is known as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  O2 consumption 
B)  cardiovascular conditioning 
C)  circulatory improvement 
D)  vital capacity 
E)  stroke volume 
A)  O2 consumption 
B)  cardiovascular conditioning 
C)  circulatory improvement 
D)  vital capacity 
E)  stroke volume

Question 11

Discuss at least five of the benefits associated with regular exercise.

Accepted Answer

Benefits of Physical Activity 
• Increas

Question 12

Vignette #1 John is 35 and interested in gaining muscle mass and decides to check out the nutritional supplements at the local health food store. The clerk approaches him wearing a white lab coat; this immediately impresses John, who now thinks that the clerk is well informed. John explains that his goal is to gain the maximum muscle mass in the shortest time. The clerk is eager to assist John and says, "Let me show you the products that will benefit you most." Let's see if the clerk really knows what ergogenic aids are all about by answering these questions.
Which compound is an altered form of the omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid and is falsely promoted to support lean muscle retention, weight loss, and increased exercise recovery?

Accepted Answer

A)  HMB 
B)  CLA 
C)  DHEA 
D)  glutamine 
E)  creatine 
A)  HMB 
B)  CLA 
C)  DHEA 
D)  glutamine 
E)  creatine

Question 13

Through thousands of years, human genes have adapted to better match our sedentary lifestyles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which statement best describes amino acid supplements?

Accepted Answer

A)  Your body cannot store them and so any excess will be converted into fat. 
B)  The amino acid arginine can enhance weight loss by stimulating production of human growth hormone. 
C)  The FDA has approved claims that they help control weight. 
D)  They have been demonstrated to be safe in children and teens. 
E)  They help prevent dehydration, which improves performance. 
A)  Your body cannot store them and so any excess will be converted into fat. 
B)  The amino acid arginine can enhance weight loss by stimulating production of human growth hormone. 
C)  The FDA has approved claims that they help control weight. 
D)  They have been demonstrated to be safe in children and teens. 
E)  They help prevent dehydration, which improves performance.

Question 15

Jan wants to purchase arginine as a weight-control product at the local health food store. Would you encourage her to do this? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

Jan should be advised not to purchase ar

Question 16

Briefly describe the characteristics that the ideal sports drink should possess.

Accepted Answer

There are many factors to consider when

Question 17

Which substance stimulates fats to be released into the blood?

Accepted Answer

A)  phosphate salt 
B)  DHEA 
C)  caffeine 
D)  bee pollen 
E)  carnitine 
A)  phosphate salt 
B)  DHEA 
C)  caffeine 
D)  bee pollen 
E)  carnitine

Question 18

One of the effects of cardiovascular conditioning is an increase in total blood volume.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Flexibility is the least important component of overall physical fitness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Muscle endurance is a muscle's power to keep going for long periods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which proportion of calories from complex carbohydrates is recommended for athletes and fitness enthusiasts?

Any meal should be finished at least _____ hour(s) before an athletic event.

A person wishing to develop larger muscle should ____.

Being physically fit means being free of disease.

Eliza's boyfriend wants to purchase amino acid supplements to enhance his athletic performance. What would you advise her to say regarding these supplements?

For an athlete exercising at a moderate intensity, fat use as a fuel is limited until the athlete has been working out for at least ____ minutes.

The protein RDA for adults is g/kg/day but up to g/kg/day is recommended for bodybuilders.

Explain the difference between maximum heart rate (MHR) and target heart rate (THR) . Calculate the two values for a 25-year-old person, and discuss their significance for that person.

The overall improvement of the cardiovascular system is known as ____.

Discuss at least five of the benefits associated with regular exercise.

Through thousands of years, human genes have adapted to better match our sedentary lifestyles.

Which statement best describes amino acid supplements?

Jan wants to purchase arginine as a weight-control product at the local health food store. Would you encourage her to do this? Why or why not?

Briefly describe the characteristics that the ideal sports drink should possess.

Which substance stimulates fats to be released into the blood?

One of the effects of cardiovascular conditioning is an increase in total blood volume.

Flexibility is the least important component of overall physical fitness.

Muscle endurance is a muscle's power to keep going for long periods.

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Lipids Fats and Oils

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

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Exam 11: Nutrition Physical Activity and Fitness

Which proportion of calories from complex carbohydrates is recommended for athletes and fitness enthusiasts?

Any meal should be finished at least _____ hour(s) before an athletic event.

A person wishing to develop larger muscle should ____.

Being physically fit means being free of disease.

Eliza's boyfriend wants to purchase amino acid supplements to enhance his athletic performance. What would you advise her to say regarding these supplements?

For an athlete exercising at a moderate intensity, fat use as a fuel is limited until the athlete has been working out for at least ____ minutes.

The protein RDA for adults is ____ g/kg/day but up to ____ g/kg/day is recommended for bodybuilders.

Explain the difference between maximum heart rate (MHR) and target heart rate (THR) . Calculate the two values for a 25-year-old person, and discuss their significance for that person.

The overall improvement of the cardiovascular system is known as ____.

Discuss at least five of the benefits associated with regular exercise.

Through thousands of years, human genes have adapted to better match our sedentary lifestyles.

Which statement best describes amino acid supplements?

Jan wants to purchase arginine as a weight-control product at the local health food store. Would you encourage her to do this? Why or why not?

Briefly describe the characteristics that the ideal sports drink should possess.

Which substance stimulates fats to be released into the blood?

One of the effects of cardiovascular conditioning is an increase in total blood volume.

Flexibility is the least important component of overall physical fitness.

Muscle endurance is a muscle's power to keep going for long periods.

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition

The Pursuit of a Healthy Diet

Anatomy for Nutritions Sake

The Carbohydrates Sugar Starch and Fiber

The Lipids Fats and Oils

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins a Functional Approach

The Minerals and Water a Functional Approach

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Health

Weight Management

The Life Cycle Conception Through the Later Years

Food Safety and the Global Food Supply

Filters

The protein RDA for adults is g/kg/day but up to g/kg/day is recommended for bodybuilders.