Question 1

To improve muscular endurance,it is best to

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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 2

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a workout frequency of at least _______________ per week to develop strength.

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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

Question 3

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

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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 4

For people who need to prevent weight gain,lose weight,or maintain weight loss (based on U.S.Department of Health and Human Services guidelines),30 minutes of physical activity per day may not be enough.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Exercise frequency refers to

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A) the number of times per week you exercise. 
B) how hard you work. 
C) how long your exercise session is. 
D) the quantity of exercise you get. 
A) the number of times per week you exercise. 
B) how hard you work. 
C) how long your exercise session is. 
D) the quantity of exercise you get.

Question 6

Your target heart rate for endurance exercise is a range based on your

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A) maximum heart rate. 
B) weight. 
C) exercise duration. 
D) exercise frequency. 
A) maximum heart rate. 
B) weight. 
C) exercise duration. 
D) exercise frequency.

Question 7

Exercise has social,emotional,and psychological benefits.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Cooling down after exercise is important to

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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 9

For maximum strength gains,hold an isometric contraction maximally for

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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 10

Men build larger muscles than women do through weight training because men have higher levels of testosterone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

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

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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 12

Before returning to full exercise after an injury,you should have a full range of motion in your joints.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Exercise duration refers to

Accepted Answer

A) the number of times per week you exercise. 
B) how hard you work. 
C) how long your exercise session is. 
D) the quantity of exercise you get. 
A) the number of times per week you exercise. 
B) how hard you work. 
C) how long your exercise session is. 
D) the quantity of exercise you get.

Question 14

Endurance training improves the function of the body's chemical systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Lubricating fluid is spread through the joints during warm-up.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

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

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A) It can slightly raise 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 can slightly raise 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 17

Which of the following statements about athletic injuries is TRUE?

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A) If you are careful,you won't get injured. 
B) Exercising during high heat and humidity can help prevent injuries. 
C) Seek medical attention for minor injuries that do not get better within a reasonable amount of time. 
D) All of these statements are true. 
A) If you are careful,you won't get injured. 
B) Exercising during high heat and humidity can help prevent injuries. 
C) Seek medical attention for minor injuries that do not get better within a reasonable amount of time. 
D) All of these statements are true.

Question 18

Larry isn't seeing as much improvement as he did initially because

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A) he has reached his optimal level of fitness. 
B) his body has adapted to the new level of exercise. 
C) his body is conserving energy. 
D) his diet isn't compatible with his fitness program. 
A) he has reached his optimal level of fitness. 
B) his body has adapted to the new level of exercise. 
C) his body is conserving energy. 
D) his diet isn't compatible with his fitness program.

Question 19

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

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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 20

Exercise improves memory and learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 13: Exercise for Health and Fitness

To improve muscular endurance,it is best to

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a workout frequency of at least _______________ per week to develop strength.

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

For people who need to prevent weight gain,lose weight,or maintain weight loss (based on U.S.Department of Health and Human Services guidelines),30 minutes of physical activity per day may not be enough.

Exercise frequency refers to

Your target heart rate for endurance exercise is a range based on your

Exercise has social,emotional,and psychological benefits.

Cooling down after exercise is important to

For maximum strength gains,hold an isometric contraction maximally for

Men build larger muscles than women do through weight training because men have higher levels of testosterone.

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

Before returning to full exercise after an injury,you should have a full range of motion in your joints.

Exercise duration refers to

Endurance training improves the function of the body's chemical systems.

Lubricating fluid is spread through the joints during warm-up.

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

Which of the following statements about athletic injuries is TRUE?

Larry isn't seeing as much improvement as he did initially because

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

Exercise improves memory and learning.

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