Question 1

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 2

Based on body shape, an individual who is stocky with a tendency to gain body fat deep in the abdomen would be classified as ____.

Accepted Answer

A) ectomorphic 
B) endomorphic 
C) mesomorphic 
D) overweight 
A) ectomorphic 
B) endomorphic 
C) mesomorphic 
D) overweight

Question 3

Discuss the BMI. How is it determined and who is it appropriate and inappropriate to use with?

Accepted Answer

BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a measure of

Question 4

Male athletes who wish to promote the growth of muscle tissue should increase daily energy intake by approximately ____ kcal.

Accepted Answer

A) 100 to 200 
B) 400 to 500 
C) 800 to 1,000 
D) 1,000 to 1,200 
A) 100 to 200 
B) 400 to 500 
C) 800 to 1,000 
D) 1,000 to 1,200

Question 5

The only true measurement of the amount of fat in the body is by chemical analysis of cadavers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Match between columns
                        Premises: Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Typically described as being slightly built with is...

Question 7

Storage fat is composed of subcutaneous fat and visceral fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Body mass index (BMI)is a ____.

Accepted Answer

A) measure of how much muscle mass an athlete should have 
B) method of measuring body composition 
C) formula that predicts the best weight for performance and health 
D) screening tool for the general population that helps individuals determine a "healthy weight" range 
A) measure of how much muscle mass an athlete should have 
B) method of measuring body composition 
C) formula that predicts the best weight for performance and health 
D) screening tool for the general population that helps individuals determine a "healthy weight" range

Question 9

What are prohormones?

Accepted Answer

A) Compounds that change the hormonal balance in the body 
B) Compounds that are precursors to human growth hormone 
C) Compounds that are precursors to testosterone 
D) Compounds that directly increase the synthesis of muscle proteins 
A) Compounds that change the hormonal balance in the body 
B) Compounds that are precursors to human growth hormone 
C) Compounds that are precursors to testosterone 
D) Compounds that directly increase the synthesis of muscle proteins

Question 10

In underwater weighing if the individual being tested is unable to exhale all of the air down to residual volume the extra air in the lungs results in an error that underestimates body fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In general, it is recommended that well-trained athletes lose no more than ____ lb of weight per week.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 to 2 
B) 3 to 4 
C) 3 to 5 
D) 4 to 6 
A) 1 to 2 
B) 3 to 4 
C) 3 to 5 
D) 4 to 6

Question 12

Today underwater weighing is considered the gold standard for measuring body composition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The disadvantages of ____ include the high cost of the device, limited portability, the finite size of the seating area, and claustrophobia.

Accepted Answer

A) NIR 
B) BIA 
C) underwater weighing 
D) plethysmography 
A) NIR 
B) BIA 
C) underwater weighing 
D) plethysmography

Question 14

If an individual has an android pattern of fat distribution, where will fat be predominantly stored?

Accepted Answer

A) abdomen 
B) buttocks 
C) hips 
D) thighs 
A) abdomen 
B) buttocks 
C) hips 
D) thighs

Question 15

The majority of research studies conclude that weight cycling results in a decrease in resting metabolic rate over the long term.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Studies have shown that the use of ephedrine and caffeine by obese people ____.

Accepted Answer

A) is ineffective for weight loss 
B) results in short-term weight loss of 8 to 9 lb 
C) results in short-term weight loss of 14 to 15 lb 
D) results in greater than a 20 lb weight loss after 12 months of use 
A) is ineffective for weight loss 
B) results in short-term weight loss of 8 to 9 lb 
C) results in short-term weight loss of 14 to 15 lb 
D) results in greater than a 20 lb weight loss after 12 months of use

Question 17

Body composition plays a relatively minor role in the performance of athletes who are successful in ____.

Accepted Answer

A) distance running 
B) gymnastics 
C) basketball 
D) golf 
A) distance running 
B) gymnastics 
C) basketball 
D) golf

Question 18

If all conditions are controlled appropriately and subject and technical error is minimized, the estimate obtained via BIA is comparable to that of skinfold assessments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Athletes who restrict energy intake should increase protein intake to at least 1.4 g\kg of body weight to protect against large losses of lean body mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Match between columns
                        Premises: Underwater weighing

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Technician training and consistency are critical; can is...

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

Based on body shape, an individual who is stocky with a tendency to gain body fat deep in the abdomen would be classified as ____.

Discuss the BMI. How is it determined and who is it appropriate and inappropriate to use with?

Male athletes who wish to promote the growth of muscle tissue should increase daily energy intake by approximately ____ kcal.

The only true measurement of the amount of fat in the body is by chemical analysis of cadavers.

Storage fat is composed of subcutaneous fat and visceral fat.

Body mass index (BMI)is a ____.

What are prohormones?

In underwater weighing if the individual being tested is unable to exhale all of the air down to residual volume the extra air in the lungs results in an error that underestimates body fat.

In general, it is recommended that well-trained athletes lose no more than ____ lb of weight per week.

Today underwater weighing is considered the gold standard for measuring body composition.

The disadvantages of ____ include the high cost of the device, limited portability, the finite size of the seating area, and claustrophobia.

If an individual has an android pattern of fat distribution, where will fat be predominantly stored?

The majority of research studies conclude that weight cycling results in a decrease in resting metabolic rate over the long term.

Studies have shown that the use of ephedrine and caffeine by obese people ____.

Body composition plays a relatively minor role in the performance of athletes who are successful in ____.

If all conditions are controlled appropriately and subject and technical error is minimized, the estimate obtained via BIA is comparable to that of skinfold assessments.

Athletes who restrict energy intake should increase protein intake to at least 1.4 g\kg of body weight to protect against large losses of lean body mass.

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

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

Based on body shape, an individual who is stocky with a tendency to gain body fat deep in the abdomen would be classified as ____.

Discuss the BMI. How is it determined and who is it appropriate and inappropriate to use with?

Male athletes who wish to promote the growth of muscle tissue should increase daily energy intake by approximately ____ kcal.

The only true measurement of the amount of fat in the body is by chemical analysis of cadavers.

Storage fat is composed of subcutaneous fat and visceral fat.

Body mass index (BMI)is a ____.

What are prohormones?

In underwater weighing if the individual being tested is unable to exhale all of the air down to residual volume the extra air in the lungs results in an error that underestimates body fat.

In general, it is recommended that well-trained athletes lose no more than ____ lb of weight per week.

Today underwater weighing is considered the gold standard for measuring body composition.

The disadvantages of ____ include the high cost of the device, limited portability, the finite size of the seating area, and claustrophobia.

If an individual has an android pattern of fat distribution, where will fat be predominantly stored?

The majority of research studies conclude that weight cycling results in a decrease in resting metabolic rate over the long term.

Studies have shown that the use of ephedrine and caffeine by obese people ____.

Body composition plays a relatively minor role in the performance of athletes who are successful in ____.

If all conditions are controlled appropriately and subject and technical error is minimized, the estimate obtained via BIA is comparable to that of skinfold assessments.

Athletes who restrict energy intake should increase protein intake to at least 1.4 g\kg of body weight to protect against large losses of lean body mass.

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