Question 1

Which pre-competition meal will probably give a basketball player the greatest benefit without negative side effects?

Accepted Answer

A) Two slices of pepperoni pizza and a diet soda 
B) Fried chicken and mashed potatoes and gravy 
C) Two cups of whole-wheat pasta with tomato sauce,a slice of bread and a glass of water 
D) Two donuts and a glass of chocolate milk 
A) Two slices of pepperoni pizza and a diet soda 
B) Fried chicken and mashed potatoes and gravy 
C) Two cups of whole-wheat pasta with tomato sauce,a slice of bread and a glass of water 
D) Two donuts and a glass of chocolate milk

Question 2

Why are very thin female athletes often at risk for osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Very thin female athletes are often at r

Question 3

Give four examples of aerobic exercise.What defines "aerobic exercise"?

Accepted Answer

Aerobic exercise, also known as cardio o

Question 4

When a person begins exercising,the first metabolic fuel used is:

Accepted Answer

A) ATP and creatine phosphate. 
B) fatty acids. 
C) glucose. 
D) stored glycogen. 
A) ATP and creatine phosphate. 
B) fatty acids. 
C) glucose. 
D) stored glycogen.

Question 5

Which is true regarding maximum heart rate?

Accepted Answer

A) When a person is fit,it takes less effort to reach his/her maximum heart rate. 
B) Maximum heart rate declines with age. 
C) Maximum heart rate is the number of times that the heart beats per minute while a person it at rest. 
D) Maximum heart rate is derived from an individual's weight and height. 
A) When a person is fit,it takes less effort to reach his/her maximum heart rate. 
B) Maximum heart rate declines with age. 
C) Maximum heart rate is the number of times that the heart beats per minute while a person it at rest. 
D) Maximum heart rate is derived from an individual's weight and height.

Question 6

The health benefits of exercise include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) decreased blood pressure. 
B) increased HDL cholesterol. 
C) decreased insulin sensitivity of tissues. 
D) reduced risk of osteoporosis. 
A) decreased blood pressure. 
B) increased HDL cholesterol. 
C) decreased insulin sensitivity of tissues. 
D) reduced risk of osteoporosis.

Question 7

"Hitting the wall",or experiencing a sudden feeling of overwhelming fatigue,occurs after __________ stores are depleted.

Accepted Answer

A) ATP 
B) fatty acid 
C) creatine phosphate 
D) glycogen 
A) ATP 
B) fatty acid 
C) creatine phosphate 
D) glycogen

Question 8

How does hydration status affect athletic performance? What precautions should be taken by an athlete who is exercising in hot weather? Describe how dehydration can affect cool-weather athletes,such as skiers and biatheletes.

Accepted Answer

Hydration status plays a crucial role in

Question 9

People in which group are most likely to suffer from heat exhaustion and dehydration?

Accepted Answer

A) Adult athletes 
B) Children 
C) Weight lifters 
D) Women 
A) Adult athletes 
B) Children 
C) Weight lifters 
D) Women

Question 10

Which athlete is LEAST likelyto need dietary protein in excess of the RDA?

Accepted Answer

A) An endurance runner 
B) A long distance cyclist 
C) A weight lifter 
D) A ballerina 
A) An endurance runner 
B) A long distance cyclist 
C) A weight lifter 
D) A ballerina

Question 11

Glen is 45 years old and has maintained a regular running and swimming program for many years.He is now interested in an Ironman competition,which will be held nine months from now.He has started to train vigorously and regularly,running,biking and/or swimming several hours each day.
A.How should Glen distribute his intake of protein,fat and carbohydrate to maximize his performance?
B.Glen thinks if he can lose 10 pounds now,he will be able to run faster.Is this a good time to try to lose weight? Why or why not?
C.When Glen competes in the Ironman,which he thinks will take him about
12 - 14 hours,what should he eat and drink during the race? What would you suggest for a meal the night before?

Accepted Answer

Glen should distribute his intake of pro

Question 12

Body glucose can be derived from all EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) fatty acids. 
B) stored glycogen. 
C) amino acids. 
D) dietary sources. 
A) fatty acids. 
B) stored glycogen. 
C) amino acids. 
D) dietary sources.

Question 13

How does exercise intensity affect the source of fuel used by the body?

Accepted Answer

Exercise intensity has a significant imp

Question 14

Which of the following statements about aerobic capacity is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) It relates to ATP generation by aerobic metabolism during exercise. 
B) It is dependent on the ability of the cardiorespiratory system to deliver oxygen to cells. 
C) Aerobic capacity is dependent on the ability of cells to use oxygen to produce energy. 
D) The smaller a person's aerobic capacity,the more intense the activity that can be performed before lack of oxygen affects performance. 
A) It relates to ATP generation by aerobic metabolism during exercise. 
B) It is dependent on the ability of the cardiorespiratory system to deliver oxygen to cells. 
C) Aerobic capacity is dependent on the ability of cells to use oxygen to produce energy. 
D) The smaller a person's aerobic capacity,the more intense the activity that can be performed before lack of oxygen affects performance.

Question 15

______________is NOT generally associated with a sedentary lifestyle.

Accepted Answer

A) Obesity 
B) Osteoporosis 
C) Some types of cancer 
D) Anorexia nervosa 
A) Obesity 
B) Osteoporosis 
C) Some types of cancer 
D) Anorexia nervosa

Question 16

How do a person's energy needs change as they go from being sedentary to engaging in regular exercise.How does REE change?
Answer.

Accepted Answer

As a person goes from being sedentary to

Question 17

______________ is needed for transport of fatty acids into mitochondria.

Accepted Answer

A) Acetyl-CoA 
B) Fatty acid interacting protein (FAIP) 
C) Carnitine 
D) Creatine 
A) Acetyl-CoA 
B) Fatty acid interacting protein (FAIP) 
C) Carnitine 
D) Creatine

Question 18

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends an exercise regimen that consists of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Aerobic exercise 
B) Strength training 
C) Stretching routines 
D) All of the above 
A) Aerobic exercise 
B) Strength training 
C) Stretching routines 
D) All of the above

Question 19

Todd is 30 years old.If his target heart rate during aerobic activity is 60-90 % of his maximum heart rate,how fast should his heart beat during exercise (in beats/min)?

Accepted Answer

A) 60-90 
B) 114-171 
C) 132-198 
D) 160-220 
A) 60-90 
B) 114-171 
C) 132-198 
D) 160-220

Question 20

If Dahlia expends an extra 300 kcals exercising each day and reduces her energy intake by 200 kcals/ day,approximately how long will it take her to lose 5 pounds?

Accepted Answer

A) 1 week 
B) 15 days 
C) 35 days 
D) 45 days 
A) 1 week 
B) 15 days 
C) 35 days 
D) 45 days

Exam 13: Nutrition and Physical Activity

Which pre-competition meal will probably give a basketball player the greatest benefit without negative side effects?

Why are very thin female athletes often at risk for osteoporosis?

Give four examples of aerobic exercise.What defines "aerobic exercise"?

When a person begins exercising,the first metabolic fuel used is:

Which is true regarding maximum heart rate?

The health benefits of exercise include all of the following EXCEPT:

"Hitting the wall",or experiencing a sudden feeling of overwhelming fatigue,occurs after __________ stores are depleted.

How does hydration status affect athletic performance? What precautions should be taken by an athlete who is exercising in hot weather? Describe how dehydration can affect cool-weather athletes,such as skiers and biatheletes.

People in which group are most likely to suffer from heat exhaustion and dehydration?

Which athlete is LEAST likelyto need dietary protein in excess of the RDA?

Body glucose can be derived from all EXCEPT:

How does exercise intensity affect the source of fuel used by the body?

Which of the following statements about aerobic capacity is FALSE?

______________is NOT generally associated with a sedentary lifestyle.

How do a person's energy needs change as they go from being sedentary to engaging in regular exercise.How does REE change? Answer.

______________ is needed for transport of fatty acids into mitochondria.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends an exercise regimen that consists of which of the following?

Todd is 30 years old.If his target heart rate during aerobic activity is 60-90 % of his maximum heart rate,how fast should his heart beat during exercise (in beats/min)?

If Dahlia expends an extra 300 kcals exercising each day and reduces her energy intake by 200 kcals/ day,approximately how long will it take her to lose 5 pounds?

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