Question 1

Why does exercise makes weight management easier?

Accepted Answer

A) It increases kcalorie requirements so more kcalories can be consumed without weight gain. 
B) It increases energy expenditure well above the resting rate,and this increase can persist for many hours after the exercise is complete. 
C) It increases lean tissue mass,which increases total energy expenditure. 
D) All of the above answer choices are correct. 
A) It increases kcalorie requirements so more kcalories can be consumed without weight gain. 
B) It increases energy expenditure well above the resting rate,and this increase can persist for many hours after the exercise is complete. 
C) It increases lean tissue mass,which increases total energy expenditure. 
D) All of the above answer choices are correct. D

Question 2

What are benefits and risks associated with taking creatine supplements?

Accepted Answer

Creatine supplementation has been shown to improve performance in high-intensity exercise lasting 30 seconds or less.Creatine may also increase muscle mass and strength.Long-term supplementation appears to be safe at intakes up to 5 grams per day.Athletes taking creatine should consume plenty of water and may experience stomach upset.

Question 3

What is the main difference between the nutritional needs of a serious athlete and those of a casual exerciser?

Accepted Answer

A) the amount of energy and fluid needed 
B) the number of nutritional supplements required 
C) the amounts of micronutrients needed 
D) There are no differences. 
A) the amount of energy and fluid needed 
B) the number of nutritional supplements required 
C) the amounts of micronutrients needed 
D) There are no differences. A

Question 4

An athlete exercising at a moderate level for more than two consecutive hours will benefit most from a fluid replacement in addition to water,contains what ingredients?

Accepted Answer

A) alcohol. 
B) caffeine. 
C) glucose. 
D) vitamin C. 
A) alcohol. 
B) caffeine. 
C) glucose. 
D) vitamin C.

Question 5

How does a person's energy needs change as they go from being sedentary to engaging in regular exercise.How does REE change?

Accepted Answer

The average sedentary individual needs t

Question 6

Which is NOT a result of aerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) increase the circulatory system's ability to deliver oxygen. 
B) decrease resting heart rate. 
C) decrease the stroke volume. 
D) increase ability of cells to use oxygen to produce energy. 
A) increase the circulatory system's ability to deliver oxygen. 
B) decrease resting heart rate. 
C) decrease the stroke volume. 
D) increase ability of cells to use oxygen to produce energy.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about flexibility is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Flexibility determines range of motion. 
B) Flexibility reduces injury. 
C) Flexibility increases muscle mass. 
D) Flexibility can increase speed. 
A) Flexibility determines range of motion. 
B) Flexibility reduces injury. 
C) Flexibility increases muscle mass. 
D) Flexibility can increase speed.

Question 8

A week before athletic competition,what is the recommended glycogen supercompensation or carbohydrate loading regimen?

Accepted Answer

A) increasing exercise,while decreasing carbohydrate intake. 
B) increasing exercise,while increasing carbohydrate intake. 
C) decreasing exercise,while increasingcarbohydrate intake. 
D) decreasing exercise,while decreasing carbohydrate intake. 
A) increasing exercise,while decreasing carbohydrate intake. 
B) increasing exercise,while increasing carbohydrate intake. 
C) decreasing exercise,while increasingcarbohydrate intake. 
D) decreasing exercise,while decreasing carbohydrate intake.

Question 9

Compared to conventional training,what is a benefit of interval training?

Accepted Answer

A) Aerobic capacity can be increased to the same level,but in less time. 
B) It decreases the ability of muscle cells to oxidize carbohydrates so more fat is used 
C) It decreases the ability of muscle cells to oxidize fat so that more carbohydrates are used. 
D) There is no difference between conventional training and interval training. 
A) Aerobic capacity can be increased to the same level,but in less time. 
B) It decreases the ability of muscle cells to oxidize carbohydrates so more fat is used 
C) It decreases the ability of muscle cells to oxidize fat so that more carbohydrates are used. 
D) There is no difference between conventional training and interval training.

Question 10

How can the proportion of lean body tissue in one's body be increased?

Accepted Answer

A) by overeating 
B) increasing protein intake. 
C) exercising regularly. 
D) using vitamin E supplements. 
A) by overeating 
B) increasing protein intake. 
C) exercising regularly. 
D) using vitamin E supplements.

Question 11

Glen is 45 years old and has maintained a regular running and swimming program for many years.He is now interested in an Ironman competition,which will be held nine months from now.He has started to train vigorously and regularly,running,biking,and/or swimming several hours each day.
a)How should Glen distribute his kcaloric intake of protein,fat,and carbohydrate to maximize his performance?
b)Glen thinks if he can lose 10 pounds now,he will be able to run faster.Is this a good time to try to lose weight? Why or why not?
c)When Glen competes in the Ironman,which he thinks will take him about 12-14 hours,what should he eat and drink during the race? What would you suggest for a meal the night before?

Accepted Answer

a)Glen should consume 15%-20% of his kca

Question 12

What is the relationship between oxidative stress and exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) Exercise can increase oxidative stress by decreasing the production of free radicals. 
B) Exercise can decrease oxidative stress because oxygen is used as fuel instead of reacting with molecules in the cell. 
C) Exercise can increase oxidative stress because anti-oxidant vitamins are consumed in metabolic reactions. 
D) Exercise can increase oxidative stress,but not enough to require higher intakes of antioxidant vitamins. 
A) Exercise can increase oxidative stress by decreasing the production of free radicals. 
B) Exercise can decrease oxidative stress because oxygen is used as fuel instead of reacting with molecules in the cell. 
C) Exercise can increase oxidative stress because anti-oxidant vitamins are consumed in metabolic reactions. 
D) Exercise can increase oxidative stress,but not enough to require higher intakes of antioxidant vitamins.

Question 13

Where do supplements fit within an overall strategy to improve athletic performance?

Accepted Answer

A) They occupy an equal role with diet and sports beverages 
B) They occupy no role as they provide no benefits. 
C) They occupy a small role as some supplements may be beneficial for some athletes. 
D) While a well-balanced diet is most important,supplements can be of some benefit to most athletes. 
A) They occupy an equal role with diet and sports beverages 
B) They occupy no role as they provide no benefits. 
C) They occupy a small role as some supplements may be beneficial for some athletes. 
D) While a well-balanced diet is most important,supplements can be of some benefit to most athletes.

Question 14

What are the three end products of aerobic metabolism?

Accepted Answer

A) water,carbon dioxide,and citric acid. 
B) ATP,water,and lactic acid. 
C) water,ATP,and carbon dioxide. 
D) glucose,ATP,and lactic acid. 
A) water,carbon dioxide,and citric acid. 
B) ATP,water,and lactic acid. 
C) water,ATP,and carbon dioxide. 
D) glucose,ATP,and lactic acid.

Question 15

What types of athletes may benefit from slightly increased intakes of protein?

Accepted Answer

Competitive athletes

Question 16

It partners with public and private organizations to promote and provide funding for physical activity.What organization is being described?

Accepted Answer

A) ParticipACTION 
B) Canadian Health Measures Survey 
C) Canadian Community Health survey 
D) Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology 
A) ParticipACTION 
B) Canadian Health Measures Survey 
C) Canadian Community Health survey 
D) Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology

Question 17

Which statement best describes the relationship between fitness and body composition?

Accepted Answer

A) As a person becomes more fit,the proportion of muscle in the body increases. 
B) As a person becomes less fit,the proportion of muscle in the body increases. 
C) As a person becomes less fit,the proportion of adipose tissue in the body decrease. 
D) There is no relationship between fitness and body composition,but there is a relationship between fitness and BMI. 
A) As a person becomes more fit,the proportion of muscle in the body increases. 
B) As a person becomes less fit,the proportion of muscle in the body increases. 
C) As a person becomes less fit,the proportion of adipose tissue in the body decrease. 
D) There is no relationship between fitness and body composition,but there is a relationship between fitness and BMI.

Question 18

Todd is 30 years old.If his target heart rate during aerobic activity is 60-90 % of his maximum heart rate,how fast should his heart rate be during exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) 60 and 90 
B) 114 and 171 
C) 132 and 198 
D) 160 and 220 
A) 60 and 90 
B) 114 and 171 
C) 132 and 198 
D) 160 and 220

Question 19

"Suzanne was a competitive runner.She trained for 2 hours in the morning and 1.5 hours in the afternoon.But she was frustrated.All her training was not translating into faster times." What is being described?

Accepted Answer

A) Overload principle 
B) Overtraining syndrome 
C) Metabolic syndrome 
D) Undertraining 
A) Overload principle 
B) Overtraining syndrome 
C) Metabolic syndrome 
D) Undertraining

Question 20

Which four parameters define a fitness level?

Accepted Answer

A) Oxygen capacity,strength,range of motion,body weight 
B) Endurance,strength,resistance training,body weight 
C) Endurance,strength,flexibility,body composition 
D) Oxygen capacity,aerobic training,range of motion,body composition 
A) Oxygen capacity,strength,range of motion,body weight 
B) Endurance,strength,resistance training,body weight 
C) Endurance,strength,flexibility,body composition 
D) Oxygen capacity,aerobic training,range of motion,body composition

Exam 13: Nutrition and Physical Activity

Why does exercise makes weight management easier?

What are benefits and risks associated with taking creatine supplements?

What is the main difference between the nutritional needs of a serious athlete and those of a casual exerciser?

An athlete exercising at a moderate level for more than two consecutive hours will benefit most from a fluid replacement in addition to water,contains what ingredients?

How does a person's energy needs change as they go from being sedentary to engaging in regular exercise.How does REE change?

Which is NOT a result of aerobic exercise?

Which of the following statements about flexibility is FALSE?

A week before athletic competition,what is the recommended glycogen supercompensation or carbohydrate loading regimen?

Compared to conventional training,what is a benefit of interval training?

How can the proportion of lean body tissue in one's body be increased?

What is the relationship between oxidative stress and exercise?

Where do supplements fit within an overall strategy to improve athletic performance?

What are the three end products of aerobic metabolism?

What types of athletes may benefit from slightly increased intakes of protein?

It partners with public and private organizations to promote and provide funding for physical activity.What organization is being described?

Which statement best describes the relationship between fitness and body composition?

Todd is 30 years old.If his target heart rate during aerobic activity is 60-90 % of his maximum heart rate,how fast should his heart rate be during exercise?

"Suzanne was a competitive runner.She trained for 2 hours in the morning and 1.5 hours in the afternoon.But she was frustrated.All her training was not translating into faster times." What is being described?

Which four parameters define a fitness level?

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