Question 1

Which substance is considered to be a proven ergogenic aid that increases athletic performance?

Accepted Answer

A) salt tablets 
B) bee pollen 
C) carnitine 
D) coenzyme Q-10 
E) None of these substances increase athletic performance 
A) salt tablets 
B) bee pollen 
C) carnitine 
D) coenzyme Q-10 
E) None of these substances increase athletic performance E

Question 2

College wrestlers can best enhance their strength by dehydration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Taking iron supplements has been found to benefit athletes ________.

Accepted Answer

A) only if they are anemic 
B) in rare cases when they have experienced a cessation of the menstrual cycle 
C) who are experiencing early symptoms of osteoporosis 
D) by increasing the bulk of muscle 
A) only if they are anemic 
B) in rare cases when they have experienced a cessation of the menstrual cycle 
C) who are experiencing early symptoms of osteoporosis 
D) by increasing the bulk of muscle A

Question 4

Amino acids can be used as a primary fuel for muscles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Contrast the protein requirements for an endurance athlete to requirements for a strength-trained athlete.

Accepted Answer

Endurance athletes and strength-trained

Question 6

Compare the traditional carbohydrate loading diet to the modified method.

Accepted Answer

Traditional carbohydrate loading involve

Question 7

Warm-up and cool-down should be parts of your exercise routine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

During muscle-building regimes, how much protein should athletes consume?

Accepted Answer

A) 0.8 g/kg 
B) 1.0 - 1.2 g/kg 
C) 1.5 - 1.7 g/kg 
D) 2.0 - 2.4 g/kg 
A) 0.8 g/kg 
B) 1.0 - 1.2 g/kg 
C) 1.5 - 1.7 g/kg 
D) 2.0 - 2.4 g/kg

Question 9

Carbohydrate is more efficient than fat or protein in the amount of ATP produced per unit of oxygen consumed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Aerobic metabolism uses oxygen in the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) breakdown of glucose to lactic acid 
B) breakdown of glucose to pyruvate 
C) formation of acetyl CoA 
D) breakdown of glucose to CO2 and H2O 
A) breakdown of glucose to lactic acid 
B) breakdown of glucose to pyruvate 
C) formation of acetyl CoA 
D) breakdown of glucose to CO2 and H2O

Question 11

For athletes who compete in continuous, intense aerobic events lasting for 90 to 120 minutes (or shorter events repeated in 24 hours), ________.

Accepted Answer

A) carbohydrate-loading benefits performance 
B) carnitine supplements improve the use of fatty acids as muscle fuel 
C) large doses of bicarbonate counter the acid production in the stomach 
D) all caffeine-containing foods and beverages should be avoided for at least 2 to 4 days before the competition 
A) carbohydrate-loading benefits performance 
B) carnitine supplements improve the use of fatty acids as muscle fuel 
C) large doses of bicarbonate counter the acid production in the stomach 
D) all caffeine-containing foods and beverages should be avoided for at least 2 to 4 days before the competition

Question 12

In order to build up maximum stores of muscle glycogen for long-distance marathons, one should consume a ________ diet.

Accepted Answer

A) high-carbohydrate 
B) high-protein 
C) high-fat 
D) high-energy 
A) high-carbohydrate 
B) high-protein 
C) high-fat 
D) high-energy

Question 13

The majority of stored energy in the body is in the form of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) glucose 
B) ATP 
C) amino acids 
D) triglycerides 
A) glucose 
B) ATP 
C) amino acids 
D) triglycerides

Question 14

Other than phosphocreatine breakdown, the fastest way to supply ATP to exercising muscle is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) aerobic glycolysis 
B) anaerobic glycolysis 
C) to consume an energy gel 
D) to break down fat stores in muscle and convert fatty acids to glucose 
A) aerobic glycolysis 
B) anaerobic glycolysis 
C) to consume an energy gel 
D) to break down fat stores in muscle and convert fatty acids to glucose

Question 15

In low-intensity exercise, aerobic metabolism of glucose will result in ________.

Accepted Answer

A) lactic acid 
B) lipogenesis 
C) carbon dioxide and water 
D) glucose, fatty acids, and amino acid skeletons 
A) lactic acid 
B) lipogenesis 
C) carbon dioxide and water 
D) glucose, fatty acids, and amino acid skeletons

Question 16

Athletes need to consume over 500 grams of protein supplements a day to build muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

During aerobic glycolysis, ________.

Accepted Answer

A) glucose is metabolized with the aid of CO2 
B) fatty acids become the predominant fuel 
C) ATP is formed slowly, but muscular activity can be sustained for many hours 
D) None of these choices are correct 
A) glucose is metabolized with the aid of CO2 
B) fatty acids become the predominant fuel 
C) ATP is formed slowly, but muscular activity can be sustained for many hours 
D) None of these choices are correct

Question 18

Another adaptation that occur with exercise, besides improvement in fitness is: ________.

Accepted Answer

A) increased bone density 
B) better eyesight 
C) increased longevity 
D) increased morbidity 
A) increased bone density 
B) better eyesight 
C) increased longevity 
D) increased morbidity

Question 19

Anaerobic glycolysis can supply energy to muscle tissue for ________.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 to 30 seconds 
B) 30 seconds to 2 minutes 
C) 2 to 5 minutes 
D) up to 30 minutes 
A) 10 to 30 seconds 
B) 30 seconds to 2 minutes 
C) 2 to 5 minutes 
D) up to 30 minutes

Question 20

Females with athletic amenorrhea are best treated by a team that includes a physician, registered dietitian, psychologist, and certified athletic trainer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which substance is considered to be a proven ergogenic aid that increases athletic performance?

College wrestlers can best enhance their strength by dehydration.

Taking iron supplements has been found to benefit athletes ________.

Amino acids can be used as a primary fuel for muscles.

Contrast the protein requirements for an endurance athlete to requirements for a strength-trained athlete.

Compare the traditional carbohydrate loading diet to the modified method.

Warm-up and cool-down should be parts of your exercise routine.

During muscle-building regimes, how much protein should athletes consume?

Carbohydrate is more efficient than fat or protein in the amount of ATP produced per unit of oxygen consumed.

Aerobic metabolism uses oxygen in the ________.

For athletes who compete in continuous, intense aerobic events lasting for 90 to 120 minutes (or shorter events repeated in 24 hours), ________.

In order to build up maximum stores of muscle glycogen for long-distance marathons, one should consume a ________ diet.

The majority of stored energy in the body is in the form of ________.

Other than phosphocreatine breakdown, the fastest way to supply ATP to exercising muscle is ________.

In low-intensity exercise, aerobic metabolism of glucose will result in ________.

Athletes need to consume over 500 grams of protein supplements a day to build muscle.

During aerobic glycolysis, ________.

Another adaptation that occur with exercise, besides improvement in fitness is: ________.

Anaerobic glycolysis can supply energy to muscle tissue for ________.

Females with athletic amenorrhea are best treated by a team that includes a physician, registered dietitian, psychologist, and certified athletic trainer.

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Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

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Lipids

Proteins

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Micronutrients in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

Fluid Balance and Blood Health

Bone Health and Body Defense Systems

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

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Exam 11: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Which substance is considered to be a proven ergogenic aid that increases athletic performance?

College wrestlers can best enhance their strength by dehydration.

Taking iron supplements has been found to benefit athletes ________.

Amino acids can be used as a primary fuel for muscles.

Contrast the protein requirements for an endurance athlete to requirements for a strength-trained athlete.

Compare the traditional carbohydrate loading diet to the modified method.

Warm-up and cool-down should be parts of your exercise routine.

During muscle-building regimes, how much protein should athletes consume?

Carbohydrate is more efficient than fat or protein in the amount of ATP produced per unit of oxygen consumed.

Aerobic metabolism uses oxygen in the ________.

For athletes who compete in continuous, intense aerobic events lasting for 90 to 120 minutes (or shorter events repeated in 24 hours), ________.

In order to build up maximum stores of muscle glycogen for long-distance marathons, one should consume a ________ diet.

The majority of stored energy in the body is in the form of ________.

Other than phosphocreatine breakdown, the fastest way to supply ATP to exercising muscle is ________.

In low-intensity exercise, aerobic metabolism of glucose will result in ________.

Athletes need to consume over 500 grams of protein supplements a day to build muscle.

During aerobic glycolysis, ________.

Another adaptation that occur with exercise, besides improvement in fitness is: ________.

Anaerobic glycolysis can supply energy to muscle tissue for ________.

Females with athletic amenorrhea are best treated by a team that includes a physician, registered dietitian, psychologist, and certified athletic trainer.

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Micronutrients in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

Fluid Balance and Blood Health

Bone Health and Body Defense Systems

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition During the Adult Years

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