Question 1

Mohammed wants to minimize the risk of athletic injuries. Which of the following recommendations would NOT be appropriate?

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A)   He should drink fluids when he is thirsty when exercising.
B)   He should warm up thoroughly before exercising.
C)   He should return to his exercise program even if his injury is not fully healed.
D)   None of these choices is correct.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise programs?

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A)   To be successful, the exercise program should be treated as a chore.
B)   The best exercise programs promote health and are fun.
C)   To develop fitness, strenuous exercise should occur every day.
D)   To be successful, the exercise program should be conducted only with a trainer.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Phil is 50 years old. What recommendation should he follow in regard to the number of repetitions in his weight training program?

Accepted Answer

A)   6-10
B)   20-25
C)   7-10
D)   10-15E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Which of the following would NOT develop muscle strength?

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A)   pull-ups
B)   push-ups
C)   exercise machines
D)   runningE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 5

An individual considering using dietary supplements or drugs to enhance performance should understand that

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A)   anabolic steroids are a safe way to increase strength.
B)   supplements are usually inexpensive ways to build strength.
C)   the long-term effects of many supplements are unknown.
D)   supplements can help change an untrained person into a fit person.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

In a program to build flexibility, each stretch should be held for two minutes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The recommended amount of fluid to drink during heavy exercise is

Accepted Answer

A)   8 ounces for every 30 minutes of exercise.
B)   8 ounces for every 60 minutes of exercise.
C)   4 ounces for every 10 minutes of exercise.
D)   12 ounces for every 60 minutes of exercise.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 8

The best way to lose fat is through a lifestyle that includes a sensible diet and exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

For maximum strength gains, hold an isometric contraction maximally for

Accepted Answer

A)   30 seconds.
B)   15 seconds.
C)   6 seconds.
D)   45 seconds.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

All of the following are advantages of exercise machines compared to free weights, EXCEPT

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A)   machines don't require spotters.
B)   machines are safer.
C)   machines are more effective at training core muscles.
D)   machines require less skill.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

Treatment for muscle cramps includes all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   massage the cramped area.
B)   RICE.
C)   drink fluids and increase dietary salt intake if exercising in warm weather.
D)   gently stretch for 15 to 30 seconds at a time.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

All of the following are skill-related components of fitness, EXCEPT:

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A)   endurance
B)   speed
C)   power
D)   agilityE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

In a weight training program, a heavy weight and low number of repetitions builds muscular strength.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the effects of exercise on metabolism and body composition?

Accepted Answer

A)   It can result in substantial weight gain due to increase in muscle mass.
B)   It increases caloric expenditure and thus helps regulate body weight.
C)   The increase in muscle mass raises the metabolic rate.
D)   It slightly raises the metabolic rate for several hours after exercise.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

After an injury, heat should be used for the first 48 hours or until the swelling is gone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which fitness principle states that when you stop exercising, you can lose up to 50% of fitness improvements in two months?

Accepted Answer

A)   progressive overload
B)   FITT
C)   specificity
D)   reversibilityE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Reaction time is:

Accepted Answer

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) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 20

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Which fitness principle states that when you stop exercising, you can lose up to 50% of fitness improvements in two months?

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The recommended amount of fluid to drink during heavy exercise is

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Treatment for muscle cramps includes all of the following, EXCEPT:

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An individual considering using dietary supplements or drugs to enhance performance should understand that

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Reaction time is:

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Which of the following would NOT develop muscle strength?

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After an injury, heat should be used for the first 48 hours or until the swelling is gone.

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In a program to build flexibility, each stretch should be held for two minutes.

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All of the following are advantages of exercise machines compared to free weights, EXCEPT

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All of the following are skill-related components of fitness, EXCEPT:

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Any person planning to begin a fitness program should first have a medical exam.

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

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In a weight training program, a heavy weight and low number of repetitions builds muscular strength.

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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise programs?

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For maximum strength gains, hold an isometric contraction maximally for

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the effects of exercise on metabolism and body composition?

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