Question 1

What is ATP and what are its components?

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ATP is adenosine triphosphate. It is com...

Question 2

What is CP and during what activities do we use it the most?

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Creatine phosphate (CP) is a high-energy...

Question 3

Lactic acid is an important intermediate of glucose breakdown, playing a critical role in supplying fuel to the working muscle, heart, and resting tissues.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The best way to stimulate growth of skeletal muscle is to eat a high-protein diet.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

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

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A)   high-carbohydrate diet designed for noncompetitive athletes
B)   high-protein diet designed for competitive athletes
C)   high-fat diet designed for competitive athletes
D)   high-protein diet designed for noncompetitive athletesE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 6

To achieve cardiorespiratory fitness, you should train a minimum of how many day(s)  per week?

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A)   3
B)   5
C)   2
D)   7E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 7

Describe how the body uses carbohydrate, protein, and fat during physical activity.

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The body breaks down carbohydrates to pr...

Question 8

Females who exercise compulsively may disrupt the balance of hormones in their bodies. This may result in a condition called

Accepted Answer

A)   anemia.
B)   menstruation.
C)   amenorrhea.
D)   hypoxia.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 9

The primary way the body loses heat is through

Accepted Answer

A)   urine.
B)   feces.
C)   sweating.
D)   respiration.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Why are the B vitamins especially important to an athlete?

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A)   Carbohydrates are a poor source of the B vitamins.
B)   During exercise large amounts of the B vitamins are lost in the urine.
C)   The B vitamins are directly involved in energy metabolism.
D)   Active athletes cannot eat a sufficient amount of calories to meet the RDAs for the B vitamins.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Elisa is a gymnast who trains on average for two hours each day. She supports her daily activity by consuming 2,500 kilocalories per day. What is the minimum number of kilocalories she should consume from carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A)   1,050 kcal
B)   1,125 kcal
C)   1,580 kcal
D)   1,790 kcalE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

During pregnancy, exercise is not recommended as it can cause serious damage to the developing fetus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The amount of ATP produced in glycolysis can maintain exercise for no more than how many minutes?

Accepted Answer

A)   10
B)   3
C)   30
D)   60E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Thirst is a relatively poor indicator of dehydration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

During exercise, what source(s)  of energy is/are used by the body for glucose?

Accepted Answer

A)   glycogen stored in muscles
B)   glucose found in bones
C)   fatty acids stored in adipose tissue
D)   protein found in bloodE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 16

Some athletes believe that caffeine can enhance athletic performance because it has been shown to

Accepted Answer

A)   increase muscle flexibility and strength.
B)   increase the use of fatty acids as a fuel source.
C)   regenerate ATP for energy.
D)   increase the transport of amino acids to exercising muscle.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

The human body cannot store glycogen during the first 24 hours of recovery from intense exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Carbohydrate loading is effective for most athletes and poses no disadvantages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Athletes should not take iron supplements unless prescribed by a health care professional.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Discuss the health benefits of regular physical activity.

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Some of the health benefits of regular p...

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Athletes should not take iron supplements unless prescribed by a health care professional.

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Lactic acid is an important intermediate of glucose breakdown, playing a critical role in supplying fuel to the working muscle, heart, and resting tissues.

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What is ATP and what are its components?

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Thirst is a relatively poor indicator of dehydration.

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What is CP and during what activities do we use it the most?

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The amount of ATP produced in glycolysis can maintain exercise for no more than how many minutes?

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The human body cannot store glycogen during the first 24 hours of recovery from intense exercise.

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The best way to stimulate growth of skeletal muscle is to eat a high-protein diet.

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Females who exercise compulsively may disrupt the balance of hormones in their bodies. This may result in a condition called

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

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During pregnancy, exercise is not recommended as it can cause serious damage to the developing fetus.

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Describe how the body uses carbohydrate, protein, and fat during physical activity.

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Elisa is a gymnast who trains on average for two hours each day. She supports her daily activity by consuming 2,500 kilocalories per day. What is the minimum number of kilocalories she should consume from carbohydrates?

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To achieve cardiorespiratory fitness, you should train a minimum of how many day(s) per week?

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Carbohydrate loading is effective for most athletes and poses no disadvantages.

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Discuss the health benefits of regular physical activity.

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Why are the B vitamins especially important to an athlete?

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During exercise, what source(s) of energy is/are used by the body for glucose?

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The primary way the body loses heat is through

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Some athletes believe that caffeine can enhance athletic performance because it has been shown to

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