Question 1

Serena has been weight training for several months.Which one of the following results would she be MOST likely to notice?

Accepted Answer

A) a significant increase in muscle size 
B) an increase in strength 
C) an increase in overall fat levels 
D) an increase in testosterone levels 
A) a significant increase in muscle size 
B) an increase in strength 
C) an increase in overall fat levels 
D) an increase in testosterone levels B

Question 2

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a workout frequency of AT LEAST _______ per week to develop strength.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 day 
B) 2 nonconsecutive days 
C) 3 nonconsecutive days 
D) 4 consecutive days 
A) 1 day 
B) 2 nonconsecutive days 
C) 3 nonconsecutive days 
D) 4 consecutive days B

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 C

Question 4

Regular exercise may prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Cooling down after exercise is important to

Accepted Answer

A) boost oxygen consumption. 
B) increase lactic acid in the muscles. 
C) restore circulation to its normal resting condition. 
D) maintain blood flow to the extremities. 
A) boost oxygen consumption. 
B) increase lactic acid in the muscles. 
C) restore circulation to its normal resting condition. 
D) maintain blood flow to the extremities.

Question 6

When would be the BEST time for Jessica to perform stretching exercises to become more flexible?

Accepted Answer

A) before she warms up 
B) after she has done her cardiorespiratory workout 
C) after she has performed ballistic movements 
D) just before she goes to bed at night 
A) before she warms up 
B) after she has done her cardiorespiratory workout 
C) after she has performed ballistic movements 
D) just before she goes to bed at night

Question 7

To develop cardiorespiratory endurance,you need to engage in continuous activity involving large muscle groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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.

Question 9

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) reduced self-esteem. 
B) reduced anxiety. 
C) improved sleep. 
D) improved mooD. 
A) reduced self-esteem. 
B) reduced anxiety. 
C) improved sleep. 
D) improved mooD.

Question 10

The principle of reversibility says your body adjusts to lower levels of physical activity in the same way it adjusts to higher levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Endurance exercise provides protection against the negative effects of stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Muscular strength is the

Accepted Answer

A) ability to sustain a given level of muscular tension over time. 
B) ability to move the joints through a full range of motion. 
C) amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort. 
D) amount of force a muscle can produce repeatedly over 60 seconds. 
A) ability to sustain a given level of muscular tension over time. 
B) ability to move the joints through a full range of motion. 
C) amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort. 
D) amount of force a muscle can produce repeatedly over 60 seconds.

Question 13

Which of the following statements about exercise programs is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) The best exercise programs promote health and are fun. 
B) Vigorous exercise should occur every day. 
C) To be successful,an exercise program should be treated as a chore. 
D) To be successful,an exercise program needs to be conducted with a trainer. 
A) The best exercise programs promote health and are fun. 
B) Vigorous exercise should occur every day. 
C) To be successful,an exercise program should be treated as a chore. 
D) To be successful,an exercise program needs to be conducted with a trainer.

Question 14

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 make sure the club has the type of equipment she is looking for. 
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 make sure the club has the type of equipment she is looking for. 
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 15

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 16

For maximum strength gains,hold an isometric contraction maximally for

Accepted Answer

A) 6 seconds. 
B) 15 seconds. 
C) 30 seconds. 
D) 45 seconds. 
A) 6 seconds. 
B) 15 seconds. 
C) 30 seconds. 
D) 45 seconds.

Question 17

Larry wants to increase his strength level further.Larry needs to

Accepted Answer

A) use free weights instead of weight machines. 
B) increase the amount of resistance when weight training. 
C) increase his daily run to 3 miles. 
D) increase his warm-up and stretching time to make muscles more flexible. 
A) use free weights instead of weight machines. 
B) increase the amount of resistance when weight training. 
C) increase his daily run to 3 miles. 
D) increase his warm-up and stretching time to make muscles more flexible.

Question 18

Which of the following statements about the effects of improved cardiorespiratory fitness is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) The heart pumps more blood per heartbeat. 
B) Resting blood pressure increases. 
C) The body can do more exercise with less effort. 
D) The heart can better withstand the strains of everyday life. 
A) The heart pumps more blood per heartbeat. 
B) Resting blood pressure increases. 
C) The body can do more exercise with less effort. 
D) The heart can better withstand the strains of everyday life.

Question 19

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 20

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.

Serena has been weight training for several months.Which one of the following results would she be MOST likely to notice?

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a workout frequency of AT LEAST _______ per week to develop strength.

Application of force with movement is called _______________ exercise.

Regular exercise may prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Cooling down after exercise is important to

When would be the BEST time for Jessica to perform stretching exercises to become more flexible?

To develop cardiorespiratory endurance,you need to engage in continuous activity involving large muscle groups.

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

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following EXCEPT

The principle of reversibility says your body adjusts to lower levels of physical activity in the same way it adjusts to higher levels.

Endurance exercise provides protection against the negative effects of stress.

Muscular strength is the

Which of the following statements about exercise programs is TRUE?

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?

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

For maximum strength gains,hold an isometric contraction maximally for

Larry wants to increase his strength level further.Larry needs to

Which of the following statements about the effects of improved cardiorespiratory fitness is FALSE?

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

All of the following are dimensions of progressive overload EXCEPT

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Exam 10: Exercise for Health and Fitness

Serena has been weight training for several months.Which one of the following results would she be MOST likely to notice?

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a workout frequency of AT LEAST _______ per week to develop strength.

Application of force with movement is called _______________ exercise.

Regular exercise may prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Cooling down after exercise is important to

When would be the BEST time for Jessica to perform stretching exercises to become more flexible?

To develop cardiorespiratory endurance,you need to engage in continuous activity involving large muscle groups.

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

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following EXCEPT

The principle of reversibility says your body adjusts to lower levels of physical activity in the same way it adjusts to higher levels.

Endurance exercise provides protection against the negative effects of stress.

Muscular strength is the

Which of the following statements about exercise programs is TRUE?

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?

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

For maximum strength gains,hold an isometric contraction maximally for

Larry wants to increase his strength level further.Larry needs to

Which of the following statements about the effects of improved cardiorespiratory fitness is FALSE?

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

All of the following are dimensions of progressive overload EXCEPT

Taking Charge of Your Health

Stress: The Constant Challenge

Psychological Health

Intimate Relationships and Communication

Sexuality, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Drug Misuse and Addiction

Alcohol and Tobacco

Nutrition Basics

Weight Management

Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Immunity and Infection

Environmental Health

Conventional and Complimentary Medicine

Personal Safety

The Challenge of Aging

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