Question 1

The ability of the body to perform prolonged,large-muscle,dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high levels of intensity is

Accepted Answer

A) anaerobic capacity. 
B) adaptive capacity. 
C) cardiorespiratory endurance. 
D) cardiorespiratory capacity. 
A) anaerobic capacity. 
B) adaptive capacity. 
C) cardiorespiratory endurance. 
D) cardiorespiratory capacity.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about exercise and disease prevention is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) Regular exercise reduces the risk of stroke. 
B) Weight-bearing exercises protects women against osteoporosis. 
C) Exercise prevents the development of type 2 diabetes. 
D) All of these statements are true. 
A) Regular exercise reduces the risk of stroke. 
B) Weight-bearing exercises protects women against osteoporosis. 
C) Exercise prevents the development of type 2 diabetes. 
D) All of these statements are true.

Question 3

Imagine that you are shopping for (1)a piece of exercise equipment, (2)a pair of fitness shoes,OR (3)a fitness center.List at least five consumer strategies for obtaining suitable equipment or facilities.

Accepted Answer

1. Research and compare different brands

Question 4

Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

After an injury,heat should be used for the first 48 hours or until the swelling is gone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Most people do not need to adopt a special diet when they begin a fitness program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Thirst should be used as the guide for determining how much water a person should drink when exercising.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to perform short-duration,high-intensity exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Exercise improves memory and learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

All of the following are cardiorespiratory endurance activities EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) weight training. 
B) cycling. 
C) aerobic dancing. 
D) walking. 
A) weight training. 
B) cycling. 
C) aerobic dancing. 
D) walking.

Question 12

Shimea is thinking of becoming a member of a health club.Which of the following would NOT be a good way to decide of which club to join?

Accepted Answer

A) She should join a club that has frequent membership promotions to get more value. 
B) She should ask for a one-day-free trial workout. 
C) She should make sure the facility is certified by an approved trade association. 
D) She should choose a club that has the programs and times to meet her needs. 
A) She should join a club that has frequent membership promotions to get more value. 
B) She should ask for a one-day-free trial workout. 
C) She should make sure the facility is certified by an approved trade association. 
D) She should choose a club that has the programs and times to meet her needs.

Question 13

All of the following are health-related components of physical fitness EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) cardiorespiratory endurance. 
B) flexibility. 
C) coordination. 
D) muscular strength. 
A) cardiorespiratory endurance. 
B) flexibility. 
C) coordination. 
D) muscular strength.

Question 14

All of the following are dimensions of progressive overload EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) frequency. 
B) intensity. 
C) specificity. 
D) time. 
A) frequency. 
B) intensity. 
C) specificity. 
D) time.

Question 15

Your target heart rate is the range of rates in which you should exercise to obtain cardiorespiratory endurance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is a person with excessive body fat more likely to experience than a person with a healthy body composition?

Accepted Answer

A) diabetes 
B) joint problems 
C) back pain 
D) all of these 
A) diabetes 
B) joint problems 
C) back pain 
D) all of these

Question 17

Cardiorespiratory endurance training has been shown to have little effect on the balance of lipids in the blood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Ahmed runs distance events for his dorm's intramural track team.While training this week,he stepped on a rock during a run and twisted his ankle.What is the suggested treatment for managing this type of soft-tissue injury?

Accepted Answer

The suggested treatment for managing a s

Question 19

Which of the following statements about the effects of exercise on psychological and emotional well-being is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Exercise enhances self-image. 
B) Exercise improves body image. 
C) Exercise creates mood swings. 
D) Exercise increases energy level. 
A) Exercise enhances self-image. 
B) Exercise improves body image. 
C) Exercise creates mood swings. 
D) Exercise increases energy level.

Question 20

Which of the following statements about the effects of cardiovascular exercise on metabolism and body composition is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) It slightly raises the metabolic rate for several hours after exercise. 
B) The increase in muscle mass raises the metabolic rate. 
C) It increases caloric expenditure and thus helps regulate body weight. 
D) It can result in substantial weight gain due to increase in muscle mass. 
A) It slightly raises the metabolic rate for several hours after exercise. 
B) The increase in muscle mass raises the metabolic rate. 
C) It increases caloric expenditure and thus helps regulate body weight. 
D) It can result in substantial weight gain due to increase in muscle mass.

Exam 13: Exercise for Health and Fitness

The ability of the body to perform prolonged,large-muscle,dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high levels of intensity is

Which of the following statements about exercise and disease prevention is TRUE?

Imagine that you are shopping for (1)a piece of exercise equipment, (2)a pair of fitness shoes,OR (3)a fitness center.List at least five consumer strategies for obtaining suitable equipment or facilities.

Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

After an injury,heat should be used for the first 48 hours or until the swelling is gone.

Most people do not need to adopt a special diet when they begin a fitness program.

Thirst should be used as the guide for determining how much water a person should drink when exercising.

Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to perform short-duration,high-intensity exercise.

Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

Exercise improves memory and learning.

All of the following are cardiorespiratory endurance activities EXCEPT

Shimea is thinking of becoming a member of a health club.Which of the following would NOT be a good way to decide of which club to join?

All of the following are health-related components of physical fitness EXCEPT

All of the following are dimensions of progressive overload EXCEPT

Your target heart rate is the range of rates in which you should exercise to obtain cardiorespiratory endurance.

Which of the following is a person with excessive body fat more likely to experience than a person with a healthy body composition?

Cardiorespiratory endurance training has been shown to have little effect on the balance of lipids in the blood.

Ahmed runs distance events for his dorm's intramural track team.While training this week,he stepped on a rock during a run and twisted his ankle.What is the suggested treatment for managing this type of soft-tissue injury?

Which of the following statements about the effects of exercise on psychological and emotional well-being is FALSE?

Which of the following statements about the effects of cardiovascular exercise on metabolism and body composition is FALSE?

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