Question 1

What is the current regulatory status in the U.S. of ephedrine-containing dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

A) The U.S. has banned the sale of all ephedrine-containing dietary supplements. 
B) Supplements containing less than 10 mg of ephedrine are legal in most states but higher doses cannot be sold. 
C) Supplements containing less than 30 mg of ephedrine are legal in most states but higher doses cannot be sold. 
D) There are no restrictions for ephedrine-containing dietary supplements being sold. 
A) The U.S. has banned the sale of all ephedrine-containing dietary supplements. 
B) Supplements containing less than 10 mg of ephedrine are legal in most states but higher doses cannot be sold. 
C) Supplements containing less than 30 mg of ephedrine are legal in most states but higher doses cannot be sold. 
D) There are no restrictions for ephedrine-containing dietary supplements being sold.

Question 2

Ephedra is ____.

Accepted Answer

A) an ephedrine alkaloid 
B) a botanical term and refers to a genus of plants 
C) contained within the stems and branches of plants 
D) the primary active ingredient in ephedrine plants 
A) an ephedrine alkaloid 
B) a botanical term and refers to a genus of plants 
C) contained within the stems and branches of plants 
D) the primary active ingredient in ephedrine plants

Question 3

What do the majority of studies conclude about the safety of DHEA supplements?

Accepted Answer

A) DHEA is safe for younger but not older adults. 
B) DHEA is safe for older but not younger adults. 
C) DHEA is not safe for adults. 
D) The safety profile of DHEA is not known. 
A) DHEA is safe for younger but not older adults. 
B) DHEA is safe for older but not younger adults. 
C) DHEA is not safe for adults. 
D) The safety profile of DHEA is not known.

Question 4

It is generally recommended that athletes decrease body fat before increasing muscle mass because reducing body fat will provide a greater performance benefit than increasing muscle mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Using the formula listed below, calculate the recommended minimum body weight of a male wrestler currently weighing 185 lb with 8% body fat. His goal is 4% body fat. Minimum body weight = Current FFM \ 1 - minimum %BF

Accepted Answer

A) 163 
B) 168 
C) 172 
D) 177 
A) 163 
B) 168 
C) 172 
D) 177

Question 6

Match between columns
                        Premises: Power-to-weight ratio

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Can gain muscle mass relatively easily and is...

Question 7

Before bioelectrical impedance analysis is performed, the subject should ____.

Accepted Answer

A) avoid any activity within 12 hours of the assessment 
B) abstain from eating or drinking within 4 hours of the assessment 
C) abstain from alcohol consumption within 72 hours of the assessment 
D) ingest diuretic agents such as caffeine 
A) avoid any activity within 12 hours of the assessment 
B) abstain from eating or drinking within 4 hours of the assessment 
C) abstain from alcohol consumption within 72 hours of the assessment 
D) ingest diuretic agents such as caffeine

Question 8

How does mass differ from weight?

Accepted Answer

A) Mass is a metric term while weight is a non-metric term. 
B) Mass is a measure of lean tissues while weight is a measure of fat and lean tissues. 
C) Mass is not affected by gravity while weight is affected by gravity. 
D) There is no difference between mass and weight. 
A) Mass is a metric term while weight is a non-metric term. 
B) Mass is a measure of lean tissues while weight is a measure of fat and lean tissues. 
C) Mass is not affected by gravity while weight is affected by gravity. 
D) There is no difference between mass and weight.

Question 9

A normal or adequate amount of water for proper physiological function is known as _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A normal or adequate amount of water...

Question 10

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                        Premises: Endomorphs

Accepted Answer

The Answer of The procedures are not disruptive for the is...

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Traditionally, the Chinese have used ma huang to ____.

Accepted Answer

A) increase energy 
B) lower blood pressure 
C) treat asthma and nasal decongestion 
D) lower blood cholesterol 
A) increase energy 
B) lower blood pressure 
C) treat asthma and nasal decongestion 
D) lower blood cholesterol

Question 14

Loss of a large amount of body fat takes time, and some of that time will likely be during the ____ when a moderate restriction of energy intake is feasible and will not interfere with training.

Accepted Answer

A) racing season 
B) competition phase 
C) preparation phase 
D) off-season 
A) racing season 
B) competition phase 
C) preparation phase 
D) off-season

Question 15

Using the formula listed below, calculate the target body weight of a female soccer player currently weighing 134 lb with a 18% body fat. Her goal is 15% body fat. Target body weight = Current FFM \ 1 - desired % BF

Accepted Answer

A) 114 
B) 122 
C) 129 
D) 131 
A) 114 
B) 122 
C) 129 
D) 131

Question 16

Anabolic steroid use by trained and recreational athletes for appearance purposes appears to be decreasing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

How many kcal are needed to support the growth of 1 pound of muscle?

Accepted Answer

A) 1,000 
B) 1,800 
C) 2,300 
D) 3,900 
A) 1,000 
B) 1,800 
C) 2,300 
D) 3,900

Question 18

Athletes who restrict energy intake should increase protein intake to at least ____ g\kg of body weight to protect against large losses of lean body mass.

Accepted Answer

A) 1.2 
B) 1.4 
C) 1.6 
D) 1.8 
A) 1.2 
B) 1.4 
C) 1.6 
D) 1.8

Question 19

The known side effects of supplements containing ephedrine include ____.

Accepted Answer

A) insomnia 
B) hypotension 
C) decreased heart rate 
D) dizziness 
A) insomnia 
B) hypotension 
C) decreased heart rate 
D) dizziness

Question 20

Action by various enzymes results in the conversion of _______________ to progesterone to androstenedione and to testosterone.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Action by various enzymes results in the...

What is the current regulatory status in the U.S. of ephedrine-containing dietary supplements?

Ephedra is ____.

What do the majority of studies conclude about the safety of DHEA supplements?

It is generally recommended that athletes decrease body fat before increasing muscle mass because reducing body fat will provide a greater performance benefit than increasing muscle mass.

Using the formula listed below, calculate the recommended minimum body weight of a male wrestler currently weighing 185 lb with 8% body fat. His goal is 4% body fat. Minimum body weight = Current FFM \ 1 - minimum %BF

Before bioelectrical impedance analysis is performed, the subject should ____.

How does mass differ from weight?

A normal or adequate amount of water for proper physiological function is known as _______________.

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

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

Traditionally, the Chinese have used ma huang to ____.

Loss of a large amount of body fat takes time, and some of that time will likely be during the ____ when a moderate restriction of energy intake is feasible and will not interfere with training.

Using the formula listed below, calculate the target body weight of a female soccer player currently weighing 134 lb with a 18% body fat. Her goal is 15% body fat. Target body weight = Current FFM \ 1 - desired % BF

Anabolic steroid use by trained and recreational athletes for appearance purposes appears to be decreasing.

How many kcal are needed to support the growth of 1 pound of muscle?

Athletes who restrict energy intake should increase protein intake to at least ____ g\kg of body weight to protect against large losses of lean body mass.

The known side effects of supplements containing ephedrine include ____.

Action by various enzymes results in the conversion of _______________ to progesterone to androstenedione and to testosterone.

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 current regulatory status in the U.S. of ephedrine-containing dietary supplements?

Ephedra is ____.

What do the majority of studies conclude about the safety of DHEA supplements?

It is generally recommended that athletes decrease body fat before increasing muscle mass because reducing body fat will provide a greater performance benefit than increasing muscle mass.

Using the formula listed below, calculate the recommended minimum body weight of a male wrestler currently weighing 185 lb with 8% body fat. His goal is 4% body fat. Minimum body weight = Current FFM \ 1 - minimum %BF

Before bioelectrical impedance analysis is performed, the subject should ____.

How does mass differ from weight?

A normal or adequate amount of water for proper physiological function is known as _______________.

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

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

Traditionally, the Chinese have used ma huang to ____.

Loss of a large amount of body fat takes time, and some of that time will likely be during the ____ when a moderate restriction of energy intake is feasible and will not interfere with training.

Using the formula listed below, calculate the target body weight of a female soccer player currently weighing 134 lb with a 18% body fat. Her goal is 15% body fat. Target body weight = Current FFM \ 1 - desired % BF

Anabolic steroid use by trained and recreational athletes for appearance purposes appears to be decreasing.

How many kcal are needed to support the growth of 1 pound of muscle?

Athletes who restrict energy intake should increase protein intake to at least ____ g\kg of body weight to protect against large losses of lean body mass.

The known side effects of supplements containing ephedrine include ____.

Action by various enzymes results in the conversion of _______________ to progesterone to androstenedione and to testosterone.

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