Question 1

The lactate that is made during high intensity exercise is eventually released in the bloodstream and taken up by the ______ and used as an energy source.

Accepted Answer

A) heart 
B) liver 
C) the muscles 
D) All of the choices are correct 
A) heart 
B) liver 
C) the muscles 
D) All of the choices are correct

Question 2

According to the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans substantial health benefits occur when adults engage ________.

Accepted Answer

A) in occasional physical activity 
B) in 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week 
C) in 75 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week 
D) None of these responses are correct 
A) in occasional physical activity 
B) in 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week 
C) in 75 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week 
D) None of these responses are correct

Question 3

Lactate from anaerobic glycolysis is transported by the blood to the liver where it will be ________.

Accepted Answer

A) resynthesized to glucose 
B) converted to sucrose or maltose 
C) converted to cholesterol for disposal from the body 
D) converted to urea for disposal by the kidneys 
A) resynthesized to glucose 
B) converted to sucrose or maltose 
C) converted to cholesterol for disposal from the body 
D) converted to urea for disposal by the kidneys

Question 4

A weight loss of 2% or more of body weight by dehydration carries some risk of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) increased body temperature 
B) reduced blood volume 
C) decreased performance 
D) All of these choices are correct 
A) increased body temperature 
B) reduced blood volume 
C) decreased performance 
D) All of these choices are correct

Question 5

How would you convince a football coach that a sports drink would be better than water for his high school athletes during two-a-day practices?

Accepted Answer

First, I would emphasize the importance

Question 6

What athletes can benefit from carbohydrate loading? Why?

Accepted Answer

Athletes who can benefit from carbohydra

Question 7

Hyponatremia is a condition caused by ________.

Accepted Answer

A) overconsumption of water 
B) overconsumption of sodium 
C) underconsumption of water 
D) underconsumption of potassium 
A) overconsumption of water 
B) overconsumption of sodium 
C) underconsumption of water 
D) underconsumption of potassium

Question 8

The suggested macronutrient intake for endurance athletes should be _____ from carbohydrates, ______ from protein, and ______ from fat.

Accepted Answer

A) 46%; 16%; 38% 
B) 50%; 25%; 25% 
C) 60%; 15%; 25% 
D) 40%; 30%; 30% 
A) 46%; 16%; 38% 
B) 50%; 25%; 25% 
C) 60%; 15%; 25% 
D) 40%; 30%; 30%

Question 9

Design a diet for an endurance athlete who wants to carbohydrate load.

Accepted Answer

To design a diet for an endurance athlet

Question 10

A response called hypertrophy occurs when ________.

Accepted Answer

A) more ATP is released from the cell 
B) a person exercises for half an hour per week 
C) muscles enlarge after being made to work repeatedly 
D) All of these choices are correct 
A) more ATP is released from the cell 
B) a person exercises for half an hour per week 
C) muscles enlarge after being made to work repeatedly 
D) All of these choices are correct

Question 11

The amount of ATP stored in a muscle cell can keep a muscle active for about ________.

Accepted Answer

A) 1-4 seconds 
B) 10-30 seconds 
C) 1-3 minutes 
D) 1-3 hours 
A) 1-4 seconds 
B) 10-30 seconds 
C) 1-3 minutes 
D) 1-3 hours

Question 12

When an athlete's maximal performance is desired, carbohydrates are a more efficient fuel than fat because ________.

Accepted Answer

A) more ATP is produced per unit of oxygen consumed 
B) we consume more carbohydrate than fat or protein 
C) carbohydrate is oxidized more rapidly than fatty acids 
D) muscles get used to using carbohydrate as a fuel 
A) more ATP is produced per unit of oxygen consumed 
B) we consume more carbohydrate than fat or protein 
C) carbohydrate is oxidized more rapidly than fatty acids 
D) muscles get used to using carbohydrate as a fuel

Question 13

_______ of one's general energy needs are fueled by proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) 2% to 5% 
B) 10% to 15% 
C) 50% to 60% 
D) 70% to 90% 
A) 2% to 5% 
B) 10% to 15% 
C) 50% to 60% 
D) 70% to 90%

Question 14

The best exercise is one you want to continue to do.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Anabolic steroids are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) synthetic versions of growth hormone 
B) synthetic forms of cortisol, which increases glucose production 
C) synthetic versions of male sex hormones 
D) synthetic versions of thyroxine 
A) synthetic versions of growth hormone 
B) synthetic forms of cortisol, which increases glucose production 
C) synthetic versions of male sex hormones 
D) synthetic versions of thyroxine

Question 16

Which of the following are benefits of regular and consistent exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) enhanced heart function 
B) improved balance 
C) better sleep habits 
D) reduced stress 
E) All of these responses are correct 
A) enhanced heart function 
B) improved balance 
C) better sleep habits 
D) reduced stress 
E) All of these responses are correct

Question 17

For every pound of weight lost during an athletic event, ________ of water should be consumed during exercise or immediately thereafter.

Accepted Answer

A) ½ cup 
B) 1 cup 
C) 2 ½ cups 
D) 3 cups 
A) ½ cup 
B) 1 cup 
C) 2 ½ cups 
D) 3 cups

Question 18

_____ supply about 2% to 5%, or at the most 10%, of energy needs for endurance events.

Accepted Answer

A) Proteins 
B) Carbohydrates 
C) Fats 
D) Vitamins 
A) Proteins 
B) Carbohydrates 
C) Fats 
D) Vitamins

Question 19

Why is a high intake of protein for athletes discouraged?

Accepted Answer

A high intake of protein for athletes is

Question 20

After 1½ to 2 hours of exertion, drinks with 10% to 20% solution of carbohydrates ________.

Accepted Answer

A) take longer to absorb and are not recommended 
B) are dangerous because they promote dehydration 
C) are beneficial because they increase the intake of carbohydrate and fluid 
D) may cause stomach distress 
A) take longer to absorb and are not recommended 
B) are dangerous because they promote dehydration 
C) are beneficial because they increase the intake of carbohydrate and fluid 
D) may cause stomach distress

The lactate that is made during high intensity exercise is eventually released in the bloodstream and taken up by the ______ and used as an energy source.

According to the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans substantial health benefits occur when adults engage ________.

Lactate from anaerobic glycolysis is transported by the blood to the liver where it will be ________.

A weight loss of 2% or more of body weight by dehydration carries some risk of ________.

How would you convince a football coach that a sports drink would be better than water for his high school athletes during two-a-day practices?

What athletes can benefit from carbohydrate loading? Why?

Hyponatremia is a condition caused by ________.

The suggested macronutrient intake for endurance athletes should be _ from carbohydrates, from protein, and ____ from fat.

Design a diet for an endurance athlete who wants to carbohydrate load.

A response called hypertrophy occurs when ________.

The amount of ATP stored in a muscle cell can keep a muscle active for about ________.

When an athlete's maximal performance is desired, carbohydrates are a more efficient fuel than fat because ________.

_______ of one's general energy needs are fueled by proteins.

The best exercise is one you want to continue to do.

Anabolic steroids are ________.

Which of the following are benefits of regular and consistent exercise?

For every pound of weight lost during an athletic event, ________ of water should be consumed during exercise or immediately thereafter.

_____ supply about 2% to 5%, or at the most 10%, of energy needs for endurance events.

Why is a high intake of protein for athletes discouraged?

After 1½ to 2 hours of exertion, drinks with 10% to 20% solution of carbohydrates ________.

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Exam 11: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

The lactate that is made during high intensity exercise is eventually released in the bloodstream and taken up by the ______ and used as an energy source.

According to the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans substantial health benefits occur when adults engage ________.

Lactate from anaerobic glycolysis is transported by the blood to the liver where it will be ________.

A weight loss of 2% or more of body weight by dehydration carries some risk of ________.

How would you convince a football coach that a sports drink would be better than water for his high school athletes during two-a-day practices?

What athletes can benefit from carbohydrate loading? Why?

Hyponatremia is a condition caused by ________.

The suggested macronutrient intake for endurance athletes should be _____ from carbohydrates, ______ from protein, and ______ from fat.

Design a diet for an endurance athlete who wants to carbohydrate load.

A response called hypertrophy occurs when ________.

The amount of ATP stored in a muscle cell can keep a muscle active for about ________.

When an athlete's maximal performance is desired, carbohydrates are a more efficient fuel than fat because ________.

_______ of one's general energy needs are fueled by proteins.

The best exercise is one you want to continue to do.

Anabolic steroids are ________.

Which of the following are benefits of regular and consistent exercise?

For every pound of weight lost during an athletic event, ________ of water should be consumed during exercise or immediately thereafter.

_____ supply about 2% to 5%, or at the most 10%, of energy needs for endurance events.

Why is a high intake of protein for athletes discouraged?

After 1½ to 2 hours of exertion, drinks with 10% to 20% solution of carbohydrates ________.

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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The suggested macronutrient intake for endurance athletes should be _ from carbohydrates, from protein, and ____ from fat.