Question 1

Physical fitness is defined as a set of attributes that people have or develop that relate to the ability to perform physical activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

High intensity interval training (HIIT)is a new form (i.e. ,within last 5 years)of exercise training that has gained large popularity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following variables is the least sensitive to exercise (training)?

Accepted Answer

A) blood pressure 
B) heart rate 
C) VO2 max 
D) high-density lipoproteins (HDL) 
A) blood pressure 
B) heart rate 
C) VO2 max 
D) high-density lipoproteins (HDL)

Question 4

Which of the following individuals would gain the greatest health benefits from changing their level of physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A) a sedentary person who becomes moderately active 
B) a moderately active person who becomes more active 
C) both of these would experience the same health benefit 
D) None of the above answers are correct 
A) a sedentary person who becomes moderately active 
B) a moderately active person who becomes more active 
C) both of these would experience the same health benefit 
D) None of the above answers are correct

Question 5

Epidemiological studies confirm that regular physical activity

Accepted Answer

A) reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease. 
B) lowers the risk of all-cause mortality. 
C) reduces the risk of heart disease in both smokers and hypertensive individuals. 
D) All of the above answers are correct 
A) reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease. 
B) lowers the risk of all-cause mortality. 
C) reduces the risk of heart disease in both smokers and hypertensive individuals. 
D) All of the above answers are correct

Question 6

According to the FITT principle,the letter "I" signifies

Accepted Answer

A) "interval" training. 
B) the "interval" or time between exercise sessions. 
C) the "intensity" of exercise. 
D) None of the above answers are correct 
A) "interval" training. 
B) the "interval" or time between exercise sessions. 
C) the "intensity" of exercise. 
D) None of the above answers are correct

Question 7

Given: A 50-year-old man with a resting heart rate of 70 beats $\bullet$ min-1.What is the target heart rate range as determined by the heart rate reserve method?

Accepted Answer

A) 102-144 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
B) 120-140 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
C) 130-150 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
D) 140-155 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
A) 102-144 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
B) 120-140 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
C) 130-150 beats $\bullet$ min-1 
D) 140-155 beats $\bullet$ min-1

Question 8

As a general rule,it is recommended that a weekly increase in exercise duration not exceed 20% above the previous week.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Physical fitness is defined as a set of attributes that people have or develop that relate to the ability to perform physical activity.

High intensity interval training (HIIT)is a new form (i.e. ,within last 5 years)of exercise training that has gained large popularity.

Which of the following variables is the least sensitive to exercise (training)?

Which of the following individuals would gain the greatest health benefits from changing their level of physical activity?

Epidemiological studies confirm that regular physical activity

According to the FITT principle,the letter "I" signifies

Given: A 50-year-old man with a resting heart rate of 70 beats $\bullet$ min^-1.What is the target heart rate range as determined by the heart rate reserve method?

As a general rule,it is recommended that a weekly increase in exercise duration not exceed 20% above the previous week.

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

Nutrition and Body Composition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Training for 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 17: Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Physical fitness is defined as a set of attributes that people have or develop that relate to the ability to perform physical activity.

High intensity interval training (HIIT)is a new form (i.e. ,within last 5 years)of exercise training that has gained large popularity.

Which of the following variables is the least sensitive to exercise (training)?

Which of the following individuals would gain the greatest health benefits from changing their level of physical activity?

Epidemiological studies confirm that regular physical activity

According to the FITT principle,the letter "I" signifies

Given: A 50-year-old man with a resting heart rate of 70 beats ∙\bullet∙ min-1.What is the target heart rate range as determined by the heart rate reserve method?

As a general rule,it is recommended that a weekly increase in exercise duration not exceed 20% above the previous week.

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

Nutrition and Body Composition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Training for 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

Given: A 50-year-old man with a resting heart rate of 70 beats $\bullet$ min^-1.What is the target heart rate range as determined by the heart rate reserve method?