Question 1

In a weight training program for general fitness,do ______ repetitions of each exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) 1-5 
B) 8-12 
C) 15-20 
D) 25 or more 
A) 1-5 
B) 8-12 
C) 15-20 
D) 25 or more

Question 2

To improve cardiorespiratory endurance during moderate-intensity activities such as walking or swimming slowly,you should exercise for at least

Accepted Answer

A) 10 minutes,five times per week. 
B) 15 minutes,four times per week. 
C) 30 minutes,three times per week. 
D) 45 minutes,three times per week. 
A) 10 minutes,five times per week. 
B) 15 minutes,four times per week. 
C) 30 minutes,three times per week. 
D) 45 minutes,three times per week.

Question 3

Application of force with movement is called _______________ exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) isometric 
B) isokinetic 
C) isotonic 
D) static 
A) isometric 
B) isokinetic 
C) isotonic 
D) static

Question 4

Flexibility is best described as

Accepted Answer

A) the ability to move without pain during strenuous exercise. 
B) the ability of joints to move through their full range of motion. 
C) sustained motion without resistance. 
D) the ability to move rapidly during exercise. 
A) the ability to move without pain during strenuous exercise. 
B) the ability of joints to move through their full range of motion. 
C) sustained motion without resistance. 
D) the ability to move rapidly during exercise.

Question 5

To keep from losing gains in fitness,it is necessary to maintain intensity levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Endurance training can improve the function of the body's chemical systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Weight training with free weights represents which one of the following types of exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) aerobic 
B) ballistic 
C) isotonic 
D) isometric 
A) aerobic 
B) ballistic 
C) isotonic 
D) isometric

Question 8

Carmen just began an exercise program that includes endurance training,strength training,and stretching exercises.List three immediate and five long-term benefits that Carmen can expect to experience as a result of her activity regimen.

Accepted Answer

Immediate benefits that Carmen can expec

Question 9

An individual considering using dietary supplements or drugs to enhance performance should understand that

Accepted Answer

A) supplements can help change an untrained person into a fit person. 
B) anabolic steroids are a safe way to increase strength. 
C) supplements are usually inexpensive ways to build strength. 
D) the long-term effects of many supplements are unknown. 
A) supplements can help change an untrained person into a fit person. 
B) anabolic steroids are a safe way to increase strength. 
C) supplements are usually inexpensive ways to build strength. 
D) the long-term effects of many supplements are unknown.

Question 10

For people who need to prevent weight gain,lose weight,or maintain weight loss,30 minutes of physical activity per day may not be enough.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Endurance exercise significantly increases

Accepted Answer

A) body fat. 
B) daily calorie expenditure. 
C) cancer risk. 
D) all of these. 
A) body fat. 
B) daily calorie expenditure. 
C) cancer risk. 
D) all of these.

Question 12

Serious dehydration may cause all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) reduced blood volume. 
B) muscle cramps. 
C) increased heart rate. 
D) torn ligaments. 
A) reduced blood volume. 
B) muscle cramps. 
C) increased heart rate. 
D) torn ligaments.

Question 13

Which of the following statements about fluid balance during and after exercise is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Drinking water before and during exercise is important. 
B) Thirst is a good indicator of how much you need to drink. 
C) Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration. 
D) After a workout,you should restore body fluids before exercising again. 
A) Drinking water before and during exercise is important. 
B) Thirst is a good indicator of how much you need to drink. 
C) Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration. 
D) After a workout,you should restore body fluids before exercising again.

Question 14

Many people have an easier time starting an exercise program than sticking with an exercise program over the long term.Describe five strategies that you could use to stick with a fitness program.You can suggest ideas to combat bad weather,changes in schedules and lifestyle,and boredom.

Accepted Answer

1. Set specific, achievable goals: By se

Question 15

To improve muscular endurance,it is best to

Accepted Answer

A) use heavy resistance with few repetitions. 
B) use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions. 
C) use light resistance with many repetitions. 
D) do resistance exercises no more than 3 days per week. 
A) use heavy resistance with few repetitions. 
B) use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions. 
C) use light resistance with many repetitions. 
D) do resistance exercises no more than 3 days per week.

Question 16

An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The key to getting into shape without injury is

Accepted Answer

A) hard work. 
B) consistency. 
C) taking it easy. 
D) having fun. 
A) hard work. 
B) consistency. 
C) taking it easy. 
D) having fun.

Question 18

Muscular strength is the amount of force a muscle produces with a single maximum effort.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

All of the following are advantages of exercise machines compared to free weights,EXCEPT that machines

Accepted Answer

A) are safer. 
B) don't require spotters to prevent injury. 
C) are better for improving functional movement. 
D) require less skill. 
A) are safer. 
B) don't require spotters to prevent injury. 
C) are better for improving functional movement. 
D) require less skill.

Question 20

Cross-training is the practice of engaging in more than one activity to improve a particular component of fitness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 13: Exercise for Health and Fitness

In a weight training program for general fitness,do ______ repetitions of each exercise.

To improve cardiorespiratory endurance during moderate-intensity activities such as walking or swimming slowly,you should exercise for at least

Application of force with movement is called _______________ exercise.

Flexibility is best described as

To keep from losing gains in fitness,it is necessary to maintain intensity levels.

Endurance training can improve the function of the body's chemical systems.

Weight training with free weights represents which one of the following types of exercise?

Carmen just began an exercise program that includes endurance training,strength training,and stretching exercises.List three immediate and five long-term benefits that Carmen can expect to experience as a result of her activity regimen.

An individual considering using dietary supplements or drugs to enhance performance should understand that

For people who need to prevent weight gain,lose weight,or maintain weight loss,30 minutes of physical activity per day may not be enough.

Endurance exercise significantly increases

Serious dehydration may cause all of the following EXCEPT

Which of the following statements about fluid balance during and after exercise is FALSE?

Many people have an easier time starting an exercise program than sticking with an exercise program over the long term.Describe five strategies that you could use to stick with a fitness program.You can suggest ideas to combat bad weather,changes in schedules and lifestyle,and boredom.

To improve muscular endurance,it is best to

An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency.

The key to getting into shape without injury is

Muscular strength is the amount of force a muscle produces with a single maximum effort.

All of the following are advantages of exercise machines compared to free weights,EXCEPT that machines

Cross-training is the practice of engaging in more than one activity to improve a particular component of fitness.

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