Question 1

Stretching prior to exercise has been scientifically proven to reduce the incidence of exercise-induced injury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Most,if not all,of the increase in muscle size due to strength training is the result of _________.

Accepted Answer

A) hypertrophy 
B) hyperplasia 
C) both hypertrophy and hyperplasia contribute equally 
D) an increase in muscle water content 
A) hypertrophy 
B) hyperplasia 
C) both hypertrophy and hyperplasia contribute equally 
D) an increase in muscle water content

Question 3

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO2 max can be improved with training."High responders" to endurance exercise training can improve their VO2 max by as much as ______.

Accepted Answer

A) 25% 
B) 35% 
C) 50% 
D) 85% 
A) 25% 
B) 35% 
C) 50% 
D) 85%

Question 4

A genetic predisposition for athletic talent_____________.

Accepted Answer

A) is not necessary for an individual to compete at a world-class level. 
B) has limited impact on the individual's ultimate athletic potential. 
C) is essential if an individual is to compete at a world-class level. 
D) is important only in power events such as sprinting. 
A) is not necessary for an individual to compete at a world-class level. 
B) has limited impact on the individual's ultimate athletic potential. 
C) is essential if an individual is to compete at a world-class level. 
D) is important only in power events such as sprinting.

Question 5

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO2 max can be improved with training."Low responders" to endurance exercise training may only improve their VO2 max by ______.

Accepted Answer

A) 5% 
B) 10% 
C) 15% 
D) 20% 
A) 5% 
B) 10% 
C) 15% 
D) 20%

Question 6

Which of the following statements are TRUE about the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NAIDS)for the treatment of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

Accepted Answer

A) The specific drug,treatment program,and dosage of NAIDS to relieve DOMS pain is well established in the literature. 
B) The use of NAIDS does not reduce the pain associated with DOMS 
C) The use of NAIDS increases the risk of stomach irritation 
D) The use of NAIDS has been shown to completely eliminate the muscle damage associated with DOMS within a 12 hour period. 
A) The specific drug,treatment program,and dosage of NAIDS to relieve DOMS pain is well established in the literature. 
B) The use of NAIDS does not reduce the pain associated with DOMS 
C) The use of NAIDS increases the risk of stomach irritation 
D) The use of NAIDS has been shown to completely eliminate the muscle damage associated with DOMS within a 12 hour period.

Question 7

Which of the following training intensities of exercise are likely to elicit the greatest percentage of improvement in VO2 max?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 max 
B) 55-60% VO2 max 
C) 65-70% VO2 max 
D) 80-100% VO2 max 
A) 2 max 
B) 55-60% VO2 max 
C) 65-70% VO2 max 
D) 80-100% VO2 max

Question 8

A cool-down period following heavy exercise is important in___________

Accepted Answer

A) preventing heat stroke. 
B) preventing muscle cramps. 
C) returning "pooled" blood from the exercising skeletal muscle back to central circulation. 
D) allowing the individual to reduce brain blood flow back to normal. 
A) preventing heat stroke. 
B) preventing muscle cramps. 
C) returning "pooled" blood from the exercising skeletal muscle back to central circulation. 
D) allowing the individual to reduce brain blood flow back to normal.

Question 9

Intervals aimed at specific improvement of the ATP-CP system should generally last _____ seconds.

Accepted Answer

A) 5-10 
B) 30-60 
C) 90-180 
D) > 180 
A) 5-10 
B) 30-60 
C) 90-180 
D) > 180

Question 10

In general,the longer the length or duration of the interval in interval training,the greater the contribution of anaerobic energy production during the interval.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Stretching prior to exercise has been scientifically proven to reduce the incidence of exercise-induced injury.

Most,if not all,of the increase in muscle size due to strength training is the result of _________.

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO₂ max can be improved with training."High responders" to endurance exercise training can improve their VO₂ max by as much as ______.

A genetic predisposition for athletic talent_____________.

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO₂ max can be improved with training."Low responders" to endurance exercise training may only improve their VO₂ max by ______.

Which of the following statements are TRUE about the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NAIDS)for the treatment of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

Which of the following training intensities of exercise are likely to elicit the greatest percentage of improvement in VO₂ max?

A cool-down period following heavy exercise is important in___________

Intervals aimed at specific improvement of the ATP-CP system should generally last _____ seconds.

In general,the longer the length or duration of the interval in interval training,the greater the contribution of anaerobic energy production during the interval.

Introduction to Exercise Physiology

A: Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

B: Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

Control of the Internal Environment

Bioenergetics

Exercise Metabolism

Cell Signaling and Hormonal Response to Exercise

Exercise and the Immune System

The Nervous System: Structure and Control of Movement

Skeletal Muscle: Structure and Function

Circulatory Responses to Exercise

Respiration During Exercise

Acid-Base Balance

Temperature Regulation

Physiology of Training: Effect on Vo2 Max, Performance, and Strength

Preventing Chronic Disease: Physical Activity and Healthy Eating

Work Tests to Evaluate Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Nutrition and Body Composition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Training for the Female Athlete, Children, Special Populations, and the Masters Athlete

Nutrition, Body Composition, and Performance

Exercise and the Environment

Ergogenic Aids

Filters

Exam 22: Training for Performance

Stretching prior to exercise has been scientifically proven to reduce the incidence of exercise-induced injury.

Most,if not all,of the increase in muscle size due to strength training is the result of _________.

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO2 max can be improved with training."High responders" to endurance exercise training can improve their VO2 max by as much as ______.

A genetic predisposition for athletic talent_____________.

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO2 max can be improved with training."Low responders" to endurance exercise training may only improve their VO2 max by ______.

Which of the following statements are TRUE about the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NAIDS)for the treatment of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

Which of the following training intensities of exercise are likely to elicit the greatest percentage of improvement in VO2 max?

A cool-down period following heavy exercise is important in___________

Intervals aimed at specific improvement of the ATP-CP system should generally last _____ seconds.

In general,the longer the length or duration of the interval in interval training,the greater the contribution of anaerobic energy production during the interval.

Introduction to Exercise Physiology

A: Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

B: Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

Control of the Internal Environment

Bioenergetics

Exercise Metabolism

Cell Signaling and Hormonal Response to Exercise

Exercise and the Immune System

The Nervous System: Structure and Control of Movement

Skeletal Muscle: Structure and Function

Circulatory Responses to Exercise

Respiration During Exercise

Acid-Base Balance

Temperature Regulation

Physiology of Training: Effect on Vo2 Max, Performance, and Strength

Preventing Chronic Disease: Physical Activity and Healthy Eating

Work Tests to Evaluate Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Nutrition and Body Composition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Training for the Female Athlete, Children, Special Populations, and the Masters Athlete

Nutrition, Body Composition, and Performance

Exercise and the Environment

Ergogenic Aids

Filters

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO₂ max can be improved with training."High responders" to endurance exercise training can improve their VO₂ max by as much as ______.

Genetics influences the training response and exerts a significant influence on how much VO₂ max can be improved with training."Low responders" to endurance exercise training may only improve their VO₂ max by ______.

Which of the following training intensities of exercise are likely to elicit the greatest percentage of improvement in VO₂ max?