Question 1

Stretching exercises should ideally be performed

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

Question 2

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding fluid balance during and after exercise?

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A)  Drinking water before and during exercise is important.
B)  Thirst is a good indicator of how much you need to drink.
C)  Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration.
D)  After a workout,you should restore body fluids before exercising again.

Question 3

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

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Thirst should be used as the guide for determining how much water a person should drink when exercising.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The best way to ensure consistency with an exercise program is to

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A)  keep a training journal.
B)  exercise with a friend.
C)  join a fitness club.
D)  exercise first thing every day.

Question 6

The ability of the body to perform prolonged,large-muscle,dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high levels of intensity is

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A)  anaerobic capacity.
B)  adaptive capacity.
C)  cardiorespiratory endurance.
D)  cardiorespiratory capacity.

Question 7

Immediate effects of exercise include all of the following,EXCEPT:

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A)  increased heart rate and stroke volume.
B)  reduced blood flow to the stomach and intestines.
C)  increased energy production in muscles.
D)  decreased body fat.

Question 8

All of the following are TRUE regarding exercise and people with chronic health concerns,EXCEPT

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A)  appropriate exercise is safe and beneficial for many with chronic health concerns.
B)  for many with chronic health concerns,the risks of NOT exercising are far greater than those associated with moderate exercise.
C)  anyone with a chronic health concern should consult a physician before beginning an exercise program.
D)  fitness recommendations for the general population are not appropriate for people with chronic health concerns.

Question 9

Physical inactivity increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by:

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A)  5 to 10 percent.
B)  20 to 35 percent.
C)  35 to 50 percent.
D)  50 to 240 percent

Question 10

Which of the following is considered a "moderate" activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  cooking
B)  social dancing
C)  running
D)  weeding

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A)  allow user to develop control of weights.
B)  are better for building power.
C)  are truer to real-life situations;strength transfers to daily activities.
D)  allow easy isolation of muscles and muscle groups.

Question 12

Direct health costs due to physical inactivity are approximately ___________ each year in Canada.

Accepted Answer

A)  $0.5 billion
B)  $1.0 billion
C)  $1.5 billion
D)  $2.0 billion

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT an example of a vigorous physical activity program?

Accepted Answer

A)  jogging for 45 minutes,3 days per week
B)  weight training,3 sets of 10 exercises,3 days per week
C)  stretching exercises,6 days per week
D)  walking for 30 minutes,5 days per week

Question 14

The principle of reversibility says your body adjusts to lower levels of physical activity in the same way it adjusts to higher levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is considered a "vigorous" activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  cooking
B)  running
C)  washing car
D)  frisbee

Question 16

Do not increase the volume of your exercise by more than ____________ per week.

Accepted Answer

A)  1-2 percent
B)  5-10 percent
C)  25-30 percent
D)  40 percent

Question 17

Application of force with movement is called _______________ exercise.

Accepted Answer

A)  isometric
B)  isokinetic
C)  isotonic
D)  static

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT an example of a lifestyle physical activity session?

Accepted Answer

A)  walking to and from work,15 minutes each way
B)  yard work for 30 minutes
C)  stretching exercises,3 days per week
D)  playing basketball for 20 minutes

Question 19

Which of the following may result when there is a block in a coronary artery?

Accepted Answer

A)  heart attack
B)  stroke
C)  hypertension
D)  transient ischemic attack

Question 20

Exercise frequency refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  the number of times per week you exercise.
B)  how hard you work.
C)  the length of your exercise session.
D)  the quantity of exercise you get.

Exam 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness

Stretching exercises should ideally be performed

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Exercise frequency refers to

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Physical inactivity increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by:

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

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All of the following are TRUE regarding exercise and people with chronic health concerns,EXCEPT

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The principle of reversibility says your body adjusts to lower levels of physical activity in the same way it adjusts to higher levels.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a vigorous physical activity program?

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The best way to ensure consistency with an exercise program is to

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Thirst should be used as the guide for determining how much water a person should drink when exercising.

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding fluid balance during and after exercise?

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

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The ability of the body to perform prolonged,large-muscle,dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high levels of intensity is

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Application of force with movement is called _______________ exercise.

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Do not increase the volume of your exercise by more than ____________ per week.

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Which of the following is considered a "vigorous" activity?

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Immediate effects of exercise include all of the following,EXCEPT:

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Direct health costs due to physical inactivity are approximately ___________ each year in Canada.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a lifestyle physical activity session?

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Which of the following is considered a "moderate" activity?

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Which of the following may result when there is a block in a coronary artery?

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