Question 1

In which of the following types of exercise would creatine phosphate (CP) be an important source of energy?

Accepted Answer

A)  running a 10-kilometer road race
B)  3-mile mountain bike ride with 2000-feet elevation gain
C)  1-mile open water swim
D)  sprinting in the 100-meter raceE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Which of the following best describes Dr.Barry Sears' Zone Diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  high-carbohydrate diet for athletes
B)  high-protein,low-carbohydrate diet for athletes
C)  high-fat diet for athletes
D)  high-protein diet designed only for noncompetitive athletesE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Supplements of creatine are linked to the development of cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The goal of the pre-exercise warm-up is:

Accepted Answer

A)  increased muscle temperature.
B)  muscle fatigue.
C)  glycogen depletion.
D)  breakdown of muscle fiber to promote muscle growth.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Which of the following components of physical fitness is MOST enhanced by sit-ups?

Accepted Answer

A)  cardiorespiratory fitness
B)  musculoskeletal fitness
C)  flexibility
D)  body compositionE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

To achieve muscular fitness,it is recommended that training should occur:

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A)  daily.
B)  2 to 3 days a week.
C)  3 to 5 days a week.
D)  more than 5 days a week.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

What is the FITT principle? Describe how you can use this principle to design a sound fitness program.

Accepted Answer

The FITT principle is a set of guideline...

Question 8

An athlete who alters exercise duration and carbohydrate intake to maximize muscle glycogen is practicing:

Accepted Answer

A)  the overload principle.
B)  ergogenic aid.
C)  heat syncope.
D)  carbohydrate loading.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 9

Amino acids are the primary fuel source utilized in both anaerobic and aerobic exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The FITT principle suggests that the optimal frequency of physical activity to achieve cardiorespiratory fitness is:

Accepted Answer

A)  3 to 6 days per week.
B)  2 to 3 days per week.
C)  7 days a week.
D)  6 days a week.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Rachel is a gymnast who trains 2 hours/day on average.She supports her daily activity by consuming 2,500 kilocalories per day.What is the minimum amount of kilocalories she should be consuming from carbohydrate sources?

Accepted Answer

A)  1,125 kcal
B)  1,376 kcal
C)  1,588 kcal
D)  1,625 kcalE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Heavy exercise increases the body's heat production by 15 to 20 times its normal rate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Would you recommend the Zone Diet to a friend? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

As an AI, I don't have personal opinions...

Question 14

Which of the following is a benefit of regular physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  increased percent body fat
B)  increased LDL cholesterol
C)  increased HDL cholesterol
D)  increased systolic blood pressureE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

Describe how the body uses carbohydrate,protein,and fat during physical activity.Include a discussion on how intensity of exercise alters the fuel type used by the body.

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The body uses carbohydrate, protein, and...

Question 16

Sweat dripping from the skin in a high-humidity environment provides evaporative cooling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Another name for carbohydrate loading is:

Accepted Answer

A)  high-carbohydrate meal.
B)  glycogen loading.
C)  low-fat diet.
D)  protein depletion.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

The amount of ATP stored in a muscle cell will fuel the muscle's activity for:

Accepted Answer

A)  less than a second.
B)  no more than 3 seconds.
C)  at least 3 minutes.
D)  no more than 30 minutes.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Joseph plays basketball for his high school team,and he is concerned that he is not consuming enough kilocalories to support his activity.Which of the following would be the best indicator that he is not consuming adequate kilocalories?

Accepted Answer

A)  His performance has been impaired.
B)  He is losing weight.
C)  His blood glucose levels are low.
D)  His hemoglobin is low.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 20

According to the Surgeon General's report,to maintain a general level of health,a person should:

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise at least 60 minutes each day.
B)  achieve 20 to 30 minutes of continuous activity every day.
C)  get 30 minutes of high-intensity exercise each day.
D)  accumulate a total of 30 minutes of activity most days.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Exam 18: Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Which of the following is a benefit of regular physical activity?

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In which of the following types of exercise would creatine phosphate (CP) be an important source of energy?

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Another name for carbohydrate loading is:

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Which of the following components of physical fitness is MOST enhanced by sit-ups?

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The FITT principle suggests that the optimal frequency of physical activity to achieve cardiorespiratory fitness is:

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The goal of the pre-exercise warm-up is:

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What is the FITT principle? Describe how you can use this principle to design a sound fitness program.

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According to the Surgeon General's report,to maintain a general level of health,a person should:

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Joseph plays basketball for his high school team,and he is concerned that he is not consuming enough kilocalories to support his activity.Which of the following would be the best indicator that he is not consuming adequate kilocalories?

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Describe how the body uses carbohydrate,protein,and fat during physical activity.Include a discussion on how intensity of exercise alters the fuel type used by the body.

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Sweat dripping from the skin in a high-humidity environment provides evaporative cooling.

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Heavy exercise increases the body's heat production by 15 to 20 times its normal rate.

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Would you recommend the Zone Diet to a friend? Why or why not?

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To achieve muscular fitness,it is recommended that training should occur:

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The amount of ATP stored in a muscle cell will fuel the muscle's activity for:

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Amino acids are the primary fuel source utilized in both anaerobic and aerobic exercise.

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An athlete who alters exercise duration and carbohydrate intake to maximize muscle glycogen is practicing:

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Which of the following best describes Dr.Barry Sears' Zone Diet?

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Supplements of creatine are linked to the development of cancer.

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Rachel is a gymnast who trains 2 hours/day on average.She supports her daily activity by consuming 2,500 kilocalories per day.What is the minimum amount of kilocalories she should be consuming from carbohydrate sources?

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