Question 1

Which is a muscle group developed through spine extensions?

Accepted Answer

A) quadriceps 
B) erector spinae 
C) gastrocnemius 
D) deltoids 
A) quadriceps 
B) erector spinae 
C) gastrocnemius 
D) deltoids

Question 2

For a strength training program to develop general fitness,it is sufficient to do just one set of each exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which condition can cause the decrease in muscle strength that is often associated with aging?

Accepted Answer

A) malnutrition 
B) inactivity 
C) strength training 
D) endurance training 
A) malnutrition 
B) inactivity 
C) strength training 
D) endurance training

Question 4

What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low back pain at some point in their life?

Accepted Answer

A) 20% 
B) 35% 
C) 50% 
D) 85% 
A) 20% 
B) 35% 
C) 50% 
D) 85%

Question 5

Explain the difference between static and dynamic exercise and between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions.Give at least two examples of each.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Which describes a muscle fiber?

Accepted Answer

A) a motor nerve attached to muscle cells 
B) a protein structure within muscle cells 
C) an enzyme that facilitates metabolism within muscle cells 
D) an individual muscle cell 
A) a motor nerve attached to muscle cells 
B) a protein structure within muscle cells 
C) an enzyme that facilitates metabolism within muscle cells 
D) an individual muscle cell

Question 7

Training with free weights is a form of variable resistance exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Muscular strength will increase more rapidly if you rest a day between workouts than if you train every day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

How does strength training improve body composition?

Accepted Answer

A) primarily by decreasing body weight 
B) primarily by increasing muscle mass 
C) primarily by increasing fat weight 
D) primarily by decreasing muscle mass 
A) primarily by decreasing body weight 
B) primarily by increasing muscle mass 
C) primarily by increasing fat weight 
D) primarily by decreasing muscle mass

Question 10

Muscular endurance can be assessed by measuring the speed at which a set amount of weight can be moved.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In weight training,what is the definition of a set?

Accepted Answer

A) group of exercises followed by a rest period 
B) group of repetitions followed by a rest period 
C) group of similar exercises followed by a rest period 
D) single muscle contraction 
A) group of exercises followed by a rest period 
B) group of repetitions followed by a rest period 
C) group of similar exercises followed by a rest period 
D) single muscle contraction

Question 12

Increased muscular strength and endurance reduces one's risk of injury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which advantage is associated with static exercises?

Accepted Answer

A) They mimic the speed of contraction needed for some sports. 
B) They require no equipment. 
C) They require special equipment. 
D) They strengthen already developed muscles. 
A) They mimic the speed of contraction needed for some sports. 
B) They require no equipment. 
C) They require special equipment. 
D) They strengthen already developed muscles.

Question 14

List at least five benefits of muscular strength and endurance,and describe specifically how developing strength and endurance provides each benefit.

Accepted Answer

1. Improved physical performance: Develo

Question 15

What is the best way to build individual muscle strength and muscle size?

Accepted Answer

A) Use heavy resistance with few repetitions for multiple sets. 
B) Use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions. 
C) Use light resistance with many repetitions. 
D) Do resistance exercises for each muscle at least 5 days per week. 
A) Use heavy resistance with few repetitions for multiple sets. 
B) Use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions. 
C) Use light resistance with many repetitions. 
D) Do resistance exercises for each muscle at least 5 days per week.

Question 16

What is the best description for isometric exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) applying force with movement 
B) applying force at a constant speed 
C) applying force without a change in the length of the muscle 
D) applying force while a muscle is lengthening 
A) applying force with movement 
B) applying force at a constant speed 
C) applying force without a change in the length of the muscle 
D) applying force while a muscle is lengthening

Question 17

Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

Accepted Answer

A) keep the weight close to your body 
B) use a spotter for all exercises 
C) lift most of the weight with your arms 
D) bounce the barbell against your body 
A) keep the weight close to your body 
B) use a spotter for all exercises 
C) lift most of the weight with your arms 
D) bounce the barbell against your body

Question 18

Which is true when comparing free weights and weight machines?

Accepted Answer

A) Free weights are less available. 
B) Free weights require less skill. 
C) Free weights strengthen in ways that are more adaptable to real-life motion. 
D) Free weights require less coordination. 
A) Free weights are less available. 
B) Free weights require less skill. 
C) Free weights strengthen in ways that are more adaptable to real-life motion. 
D) Free weights require less coordination.

Question 19

What characterizes fast-twitch muscle fibers?

Accepted Answer

A) aerobic energy system 
B) rapid contraction 
C) use of oxidative energy system 
D) endurance 
A) aerobic energy system 
B) rapid contraction 
C) use of oxidative energy system 
D) endurance

Question 20

For overall fitness,how many different exercises should a weight training program include?

Accepted Answer

A) 2-3 
B) 5-6 
C) 8-10 
D) 12-14 
A) 2-3 
B) 5-6 
C) 8-10 
D) 12-14

Which is a muscle group developed through spine extensions?

For a strength training program to develop general fitness,it is sufficient to do just one set of each exercise.

Which condition can cause the decrease in muscle strength that is often associated with aging?

What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low back pain at some point in their life?

Explain the difference between static and dynamic exercise and between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions.Give at least two examples of each.

Which describes a muscle fiber?

Training with free weights is a form of variable resistance exercise.

Muscular strength will increase more rapidly if you rest a day between workouts than if you train every day.

How does strength training improve body composition?

Muscular endurance can be assessed by measuring the speed at which a set amount of weight can be moved.

In weight training,what is the definition of a set?

Increased muscular strength and endurance reduces one's risk of injury.

Which advantage is associated with static exercises?

List at least five benefits of muscular strength and endurance,and describe specifically how developing strength and endurance provides each benefit.

What is the best way to build individual muscle strength and muscle size?

What is the best description for isometric exercise?

Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

Which is true when comparing free weights and weight machines?

What characterizes fast-twitch muscle fibers?

For overall fitness,how many different exercises should a weight training program include?

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Exam 4: Muscular Strength and Endurance

Which is a muscle group developed through spine extensions?

For a strength training program to develop general fitness,it is sufficient to do just one set of each exercise.

Which condition can cause the decrease in muscle strength that is often associated with aging?

What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low back pain at some point in their life?

Explain the difference between static and dynamic exercise and between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions.Give at least two examples of each.

Which describes a muscle fiber?

Training with free weights is a form of variable resistance exercise.

Muscular strength will increase more rapidly if you rest a day between workouts than if you train every day.

How does strength training improve body composition?

Muscular endurance can be assessed by measuring the speed at which a set amount of weight can be moved.

In weight training,what is the definition of a set?

Increased muscular strength and endurance reduces one's risk of injury.

Which advantage is associated with static exercises?

List at least five benefits of muscular strength and endurance,and describe specifically how developing strength and endurance provides each benefit.

What is the best way to build individual muscle strength and muscle size?

What is the best description for isometric exercise?

Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

Which is true when comparing free weights and weight machines?

What characterizes fast-twitch muscle fibers?

For overall fitness,how many different exercises should a weight training program include?

Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

Principles of Physical Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

Flexibility and Low-Back Health

Body Composition

Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program

Nutrition

Weight Management

Stress

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Substance Use and Misuse

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Environmental Health

Filters