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Which of the following is stored in muscles to replenish ATP stores?


A) growth hormone
B) caffeine
C) creatine
D) erythropoietin

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Once your muscles and liver have stored all the glycogen possible, any excess glucose will be stored in the form of


A) fat.
B) starch.
C) protein.
D) insulin.

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The benefits of physical activity include all of the following except


A) improved sleep.
B) an improved immune system.
C) decreased HDL.
D) the reduced risk of chronic diseases.

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Dietary fat recommendations for active people are greater than for the average adult population.

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In developing a physical fitness program, it is very important to ensure that the activities are enjoyable.

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Which of the following supplements has been shown to improve athletic performance?


A) iron
B) vitamin C
C) vitamin E
D) None of these answers is correct.

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Which of the following is the correct definition for muscular endurance?


A) ability to sustain prolonged exercise
B) ability to produce force for a brief period of time
C) ability to exert force over a long period of time
D) ability of a joint to move freely through a full range of motion

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Juan thinks that he needs substantially more protein than nonexercisers because he plays tennis for his college team. What would you tell him regarding his protein needs?

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The RDA for protein is 0.8 grams per kil...

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Dietary supplements are strictly regulated by the Food and Drug Administration and are safe when taken as directed.

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Which nutrients contribute most of the energy needed for physical activity?


A) carbohydrate and vitamins
B) vitamins and protein
C) protein and fat
D) fat and carbohydrate

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Shoshana wants to maintain her weight, and her friend Terri tells her that the best way to do this is to participate in approximately _ _ minutes of moderate- to vigorous- intensity activity on days of the week.


A) 40; 4
B) 30; 7
C) 20; 3
D) 60; most

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The main nutrient needed to promote muscle growth and recovery is


A) protein.
B) fat.
C) carbohydrate.
D) vitamins.

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What is the progressive overload principle?

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It is a means of challenging t...

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Timing the foods you eat around exercise has a significant impact on energy levels and recovery time.

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All of the following are correct about sports drinks except that


A) they are appropriate when activity lasts longer than 60 minutes.
B) they promote rehydration because they taste good.
C) they promote dental health.
D) they contain about 60 calories per cup.

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An electrolyte imbalance can cause heat cramps, as well as nausea and edema in hands and feet.

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The amount of weight lost during one exercise session is mainly due to


A) fat loss.
B) muscle density.
C) losses in water.
D) vitamins and minerals.

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Drinking beer after a workout is a good way to rehydrate.

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Endurance training increases your body's utilization of fat for energy.

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Taking in too much water without sufficient electrolytes can result in hyponatremia.

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