Question 1

To improve muscular strength and endurance, it is recommended that all major muscle groups be strengthened daily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

According to Health Canada, which of the following statements accurately describes the amount of physical activity required by someone who plays hockey twice a week?

Accepted Answer

A)   This would satisfy the recommended activity required for health benefits.
B)   This would not be adequate. The individual should add a minimum of 30 minutes of activity 3 times a week.
C)   This would not be adequate. The individual should add a minimum of 60 minutes of activity 3 times a week.
D)   This would not be adequate. The individual should add a minimum of 90 minutes of activity 3 times a week.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 3

Activities that are considered light effort include:

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A)   walking, climbing stairs, and yard work.
B)   jogging, swimming, and bicycling.
C)   weight lifting.
D)   Cross-country skiing.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 4

All of the following are benefits of exercise in physically disabled individuals, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   Emotional boost and helps maintain a positive attitude
B)   Increases self-confidence
C)   Gain a sense of accomplishment
D)   Reduces self-esteemE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

The terms "exercise"
and "physical activity"
are synonymous.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

People of any age who are not at high risk for serious health problems can safely exercise at a moderate intensity (60% or less of maximum heart rate) without a prior medical clearance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

________________________ is the ability to maintain equilibrium while moving or while stationery.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________________________ is the ability to maintain equilibrium...

Question 8

A warm-up should include high-intensity, whole-body movements that mimic the activity to follow.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The first step in creating a successful fitness program is to assess your cardiorespiratory fitness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Healthy women over the age of 40 should see a physician before beginning an exercise program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Exercise is safe for you, if you are male under the age of _____ or female and under the age of ____ and in good health, and may not require a medical clearance.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Exercise is safe for you, if you...

Question 12

All of the following benefits are observed with regular exercise, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   Enhances cognitive function
B)   Enhances brain activity, and reverses Alzheimer's related changes in the brain.
C)   Enhances plasticity in the brain
D)   Enables effective transmission of sensory and motor signals to and from the brainE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Lifestyle physical activities like washing one's car or climbing stairs are considered moderate-effort activities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Specificity of training is best shown by which one of the following examples?

Accepted Answer

A)   Weight training to develop cardiorespiratory endurance
B)   Doing push-ups to develop muscular strength and endurance in the muscles of the arm
C)   Running to develop flexibility
D)   Bicycling to develop back strengthE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

During exercise, as much as ____% of circulating blood is directed to the muscles and skin, up from as little as ____% during rest.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During exercise, as much as ____% of...

Question 16

To maintain weight loss, daily physical activity of 30 minutes per day is sufficient for most people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A cool down is an integral component of exercise safety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The maximal improvement in the body's ability to transport and use oxygen that people can realistically expect as a result of endurance training is about:

Accepted Answer

A)   5-15%.
B)   5-25%.
C)   40-55%.
D)   60-75%.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 19

The body adapts to the demands of exercise by improving its functioning is the definition of:

Accepted Answer

A)   progressive overload
B)   specificity of exercise
C)   the principle of reversibility
D)   the principle of assessmentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

Participating in an aerobics class for 30 minutes is classified as:

Accepted Answer

A)   vigorous effort.
B)   moderate effort.
C)   light effort.
D)   maximum effort.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 2: Basic Principles of Physical Fitness

________________________ is the ability to maintain equilibrium while moving or while stationery.

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People of any age who are not at high risk for serious health problems can safely exercise at a moderate intensity (60% or less of maximum heart rate) without a prior medical clearance.

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The first step in creating a successful fitness program is to assess your cardiorespiratory fitness.

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Lifestyle physical activities like washing one's car or climbing stairs are considered moderate-effort activities.

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The maximal improvement in the body's ability to transport and use oxygen that people can realistically expect as a result of endurance training is about:

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The terms "exercise" and "physical activity" are synonymous.

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Specificity of training is best shown by which one of the following examples?

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A cool down is an integral component of exercise safety.

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All of the following benefits are observed with regular exercise, EXCEPT:

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To improve muscular strength and endurance, it is recommended that all major muscle groups be strengthened daily.

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According to Health Canada, which of the following statements accurately describes the amount of physical activity required by someone who plays hockey twice a week?

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Healthy women over the age of 40 should see a physician before beginning an exercise program.

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During exercise, as much as ____% of circulating blood is directed to the muscles and skin, up from as little as ____% during rest.

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Exercise is safe for you, if you are male under the age of _____ or female and under the age of ____ and in good health, and may not require a medical clearance.

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Activities that are considered light effort include:

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A warm-up should include high-intensity, whole-body movements that mimic the activity to follow.

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To maintain weight loss, daily physical activity of 30 minutes per day is sufficient for most people.

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Participating in an aerobics class for 30 minutes is classified as:

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The body adapts to the demands of exercise by improving its functioning is the definition of:

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All of the following are benefits of exercise in physically disabled individuals, EXCEPT:

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