Question 1

Stretching exercises should ideally be performed

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A)   with a swinging, bouncing motion.
B)   to the point of moderate pain.
C)   5 to 7 days a week.
D)   within a 5-minute time period.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding treating injuries with application of heat?

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A)   It helps relieve pain and relax muscles.
B)   It should not be used until after the swelling has completely disappeared.
C)   It helps reduce stiffness.
D)   It should be used to help reduce swelling.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Ice should not be applied to an injured area for more than minutes at a time.

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A)   5
B)   20
C)   10
D)   15E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Advantages of free weights include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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A)   are better for building power.
B)   are truer to real-life situations; strength transfers to daily activities.
C)   allow easy isolation of muscles and muscle groups.
D)   allow user to develop control of weights.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 5

To improve muscular endurance, it is best to

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A)   do resistance exercises no more than 3 days per week.
B)   use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions.
C)   use light resistance with many repetitions.
D)   use heavy resistance with few repetitions.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following, EXCEPT

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A)   lower endorphin levels.
B)   improved sleep.
C)   reduced anxiety.
D)   improved mood.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Water is the best choice for fluid replacement for workouts lasting less than 90 minutes.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT true of chromium picolinate?

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A)   Is an over-the-counter drug.
B)   Long-term use of high dosages may have serious health consequences.
C)   Does not offer any positive effects according to most scientific research.
D)   Less easily digested form of the trace mineral chromium.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Stretching exercises should be held for

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A)   1 to 2 minutes.
B)   30 to 60 seconds.
C)   5 to 10 seconds.
D)   15 to 30 seconds.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 11

How much fluid should be consumed two hours in advance of exercise?

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A)   600 ml
B)   500 ml
C)   250 ml
D)   400 mlE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 12

Advantages of exercise machines include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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A)   allow dynamic movements.
B)   provide variable resistance.
C)   require less skill.
D)   don't require spotters.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Coordination is:

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A)   ability to perform motor tasks accurately and smoothly by using body movements and the senses
B)   ability to change the body's position quickly and accurately
C)   ability to maintain equilibrium while either moving or stationary
D)   ability to respond quickly to a stimulusE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 14

As cardiorespiratory fitness improves, all of the following physical functions also result, EXCEPT:

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A)   body decreases its ability to cool itself.
B)   heart pumps more blood per heartbeat.
C)   blood volume increases.
D)   blood supply to tissues improves.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

The key to getting into shape without injury is

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A)   having fun.
B)   taking it easy.
C)   consistency.
D)   hard work.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 16

People with chronic health conditions or concerns should not exercise.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to perform short-duration, high-intensity exercise.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Strong muscles are important for all of the following activities, EXCEPT:

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A)   preventing back and leg pain.
B)   providing support necessary for good posture.
C)   keeping skeleton in proper alignment.
D)   all of the above.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding cardiorespiratory endurance?

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A)   As it improves, resting blood pressure increases.
B)   As it improves, the heart pumps more blood per heartbeat.
C)   As it improves, the body can do more exercise with less effort.
D)   As it improves, the heart can withstand the strains of everyday life.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT true of erythropoietin (EPO) ?

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A)   Used by athletes wanting to build muscular strength.
B)   Is a naturally occurring hormone.
C)   Can cause blood clots and death.
D)   Boosts concentration of red blood cells.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Exam 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness

Which of the following is NOT true of chromium picolinate?

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Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

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How much fluid should be consumed two hours in advance of exercise?

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Which of the following is NOT true of erythropoietin (EPO) ?

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Ice should not be applied to an injured area for more than minutes at a time.

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Advantages of exercise machines include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to perform short-duration, high-intensity exercise.

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding treating injuries with application of heat?

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding cardiorespiratory endurance?

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To improve muscular endurance, it is best to

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Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following, EXCEPT

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Stretching exercises should be held for

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As cardiorespiratory fitness improves, all of the following physical functions also result, EXCEPT:

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Stretching exercises should ideally be performed

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Advantages of free weights include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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People with chronic health conditions or concerns should not exercise.

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Coordination is:

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The key to getting into shape without injury is

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Water is the best choice for fluid replacement for workouts lasting less than 90 minutes.

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Strong muscles are important for all of the following activities, EXCEPT:

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