Question 1

How does body fat differ in a fit adult male versus female?

Accepted Answer

Body fat in a fit adult male will be around 12% and in an adult fit female around 25%.

Question 2

Which is LEAST likely to be true of aerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) Sustained regular aerobic exercise decreases resting heart rate 
B) Aerobic exercise increases VO2 max 
C) A major benefit of aerobic exercise is that it builds muscles 
D) Aerobic exercise involves activity that raises the heart rate 
A) Sustained regular aerobic exercise decreases resting heart rate 
B) Aerobic exercise increases VO2 max 
C) A major benefit of aerobic exercise is that it builds muscles 
D) Aerobic exercise involves activity that raises the heart rate C

Question 3

Which of the following is the WORST advice to give someone regarding long-term maintenance of an activity program?

Accepted Answer

A) Check with your physician,especially if you are over age 45 
B) Do an activity you enjoy 
C) Exercise as hard as you can,at least six days a week 
D) Make the exercise convenient; fit it into your day 
A) Check with your physician,especially if you are over age 45 
B) Do an activity you enjoy 
C) Exercise as hard as you can,at least six days a week 
D) Make the exercise convenient; fit it into your day C

Question 4

Which of the following statements about flexibility is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Whether an activity is preferentially fueled by aerobic or anaerobic metabolism primarily depends on:

Accepted Answer

A) the intensity and duration. 
B) environmental conditions such as ambient temperature and relative humidity. 
C) the composition of the last meal. 
D) All of the above contribute more or less equally in determining fuel usage 
A) the intensity and duration. 
B) environmental conditions such as ambient temperature and relative humidity. 
C) the composition of the last meal. 
D) All of the above contribute more or less equally in determining fuel usage

Question 6

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends an exercise regimen that consists of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Aerobic exercise 
B) Strength training 
C) Stretching routines 
D) All of the above 
A) Aerobic exercise 
B) Strength training 
C) Stretching routines 
D) All of the above

Question 7

How do 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 8

What is the estimated maximum heart rate for a 20-year-old female (in beats/min)?

Accepted Answer

A) 80 
B) 168 
C) 188 
D) 200 
A) 80 
B) 168 
C) 188 
D) 200

Question 9

Low energy intake and excessive exercise in female athletes may result in low levels of________ that in turn contributes to _________.

Accepted Answer

A) estrogen; reductions in bone mineral density 
B) thyroid stimulating hormone; goiter 
C) secretin; increased hydrochloric acid production 
D) prolactin; increased risk of stress fractures 
A) estrogen; reductions in bone mineral density 
B) thyroid stimulating hormone; goiter 
C) secretin; increased hydrochloric acid production 
D) prolactin; increased risk of stress fractures

Question 10

It is recommended that athletes consume diets with the following approximate proportions:

Accepted Answer

A) 45% protein,35% fat,15-20% carbohydrate 
B) 15-20% protein,20-25% fat,60% carbohydrate 
C) 10-15% protein,30-35% fat,35-45% carbohydrate 
D) 25% protein,35% fat,40% carbohydrate 
A) 45% protein,35% fat,15-20% carbohydrate 
B) 15-20% protein,20-25% fat,60% carbohydrate 
C) 10-15% protein,30-35% fat,35-45% carbohydrate 
D) 25% protein,35% fat,40% carbohydrate

Question 11

When should an athlete eat after competition? What are good choices for a post-competition meal? Why is this re-feeding period important?

Accepted Answer

An athlete should consume a high-carbohy

Question 12

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 beat during exercise (in beats/min)?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Which statement about replenishing fluid losses is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) Athletes do not need to worry about replenishing fluid losses in cold,dry weather. 
B) A hot environment increases fluid needs a maximum of 2-fold. 
C) Sometimes it is not possible to drink enough to compensate for fluid losses. 
D) Fluid replacement is only important for serious athletes. 
A) Athletes do not need to worry about replenishing fluid losses in cold,dry weather. 
B) A hot environment increases fluid needs a maximum of 2-fold. 
C) Sometimes it is not possible to drink enough to compensate for fluid losses. 
D) Fluid replacement is only important for serious athletes.

Question 14

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that children spend _______ minutes per day performing an age-appropriate exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 30 
C) 60 
D) 120 
A) 10 
B) 30 
C) 60 
D) 120

Question 15

When a person begins exercising,the first metabolic fuel used is:

Accepted Answer

A) ATP and creatine phosphate. 
B) fatty acids. 
C) glucose. 
D) stored glycogen. 
A) ATP and creatine phosphate. 
B) fatty acids. 
C) glucose. 
D) stored glycogen.

Question 16

Describe metabolic sources of energy as an athlete runs an endurance race for four hours.What is used first,second,third,etc.? What can such an athlete drink or eat to maximize performance?

Accepted Answer

When exercise first begins,breathing and

Question 17

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 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 ca

Question 18

Supplements of __________ can be of benefit to many female athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) vanadium 
B) zinc 
C) selenium 
D) iron 
A) vanadium 
B) zinc 
C) selenium 
D) iron

Question 19

Endorphins released with exercise do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) increase muscle mass. 
B) cause a natural euphoria. 
C) reduce stress. 
D) reduce the perception of pain. 
A) increase muscle mass. 
B) cause a natural euphoria. 
C) reduce stress. 
D) reduce the perception of pain.

Question 20

During prolonged,intense exercise,most energy used by the body is derived from:

Accepted Answer

A) fatty acids. 
B) creatine phosphate. 
C) glucose. 
D) protein. 
A) fatty acids. 
B) creatine phosphate. 
C) glucose. 
D) protein.

Exam 13: Nutrition and Physical Activity

How does body fat differ in a fit adult male versus female?

Which is LEAST likely to be true of aerobic exercise?

Which of the following is the WORST advice to give someone regarding long-term maintenance of an activity program?

Which of the following statements about flexibility is FALSE?

Whether an activity is preferentially fueled by aerobic or anaerobic metabolism primarily depends on:

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends an exercise regimen that consists of which of the following?

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

What is the estimated maximum heart rate for a 20-year-old female (in beats/min)?

Low energy intake and excessive exercise in female athletes may result in low levels of________ that in turn contributes to _________.

It is recommended that athletes consume diets with the following approximate proportions:

When should an athlete eat after competition? What are good choices for a post-competition meal? Why is this re-feeding period important?

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 beat during exercise (in beats/min)?

Which statement about replenishing fluid losses is correct?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that children spend _______ minutes per day performing an age-appropriate exercise.

When a person begins exercising,the first metabolic fuel used is:

Describe metabolic sources of energy as an athlete runs an endurance race for four hours.What is used first,second,third,etc.? What can such an athlete drink or eat to maximize performance?

Supplements of __________ can be of benefit to many female athletes.

Endorphins released with exercise do all of the following EXCEPT:

During prolonged,intense exercise,most energy used by the body is derived from:

Nutrition: Food for Health

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibre

Lipids

Proteins and Amino Acids

Energy Balance and Weight Management

The Water-Soluble Vitamins

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water and the Electrolytes

Major Minerals and Bone Health

The Trace Elements

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition From Infancy to Adolescence

Nutrition and Aging: the Adult Years

Food Safety

World Hunger and Malnutrition

Focus On Alcohol

Focus on Biotechnology

Focus On Eating Disorders

Focus On Phytochemicals

Focus on Supplements

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