Question 1

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise programs?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

To improve muscular endurance, it is best to

Accepted Answer

A)  use heavy resistance with few repetitions. 
B)  use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions. 
C)  use light resistance with many repetitions. 
D)  do resistance exercises no more than 3 days per week. 
A)  use heavy resistance with few repetitions. 
B)  use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions. 
C)  use light resistance with many repetitions. 
D)  do resistance exercises no more than 3 days per week.

Question 3

Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort is:

Accepted Answer

A)  cardiorespiratory endurance. 
B)  muscular strength. 
C)  muscular endurance. 
D)  flexibility. 
A)  cardiorespiratory endurance. 
B)  muscular strength. 
C)  muscular endurance. 
D)  flexibility.

Question 5

All of the following statements are TRUE regarding the effects of exercise on psychological and emotional well-being, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise enhances self-image. 
B)  exercise improves body image. 
C)  exercise creates mood swings. 
D)  exercise increases energy level. 
A)  exercise enhances self-image. 
B)  exercise improves body image. 
C)  exercise creates mood swings. 
D)  exercise increases energy level.

Question 6

What percentage of Canadian adults are not active enough for health benefits?

Accepted Answer

A)  22 percent 
B)  42 percent 
C)  62 percent 
D)  82 percent 
A)  22 percent 
B)  42 percent 
C)  62 percent 
D)  82 percent

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Treatment for muscle cramps includes all the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

Regular exercise may prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

All of the following are important considerations for people with osteoporosis, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  begin exercise program as early as possible in the course of the disease. 
B)  avoid any activities that stress the back or carry a risk for falling. 
C)  choose low-impact, weight-bearing activities. 
D)  weight train to improve strength and balance and reduce risk of falls. 
A)  begin exercise program as early as possible in the course of the disease. 
B)  avoid any activities that stress the back or carry a risk for falling. 
C)  choose low-impact, weight-bearing activities. 
D)  weight train to improve strength and balance and reduce risk of falls.

Question 12

The key to getting into shape without injury is

Accepted Answer

A)  hard work. 
B)  consistency. 
C)  taking it easy. 
D)  having fun. 
A)  hard work. 
B)  consistency. 
C)  taking it easy. 
D)  having fun.

Question 13

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 14

All the following are dimensions of overload, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  frequency. 
B)  intensity. 
C)  specificity. 
D)  duration. 
A)  frequency. 
B)  intensity. 
C)  specificity. 
D)  duration.

Question 15

Muscular endurance depends on which of the following factors:

Accepted Answer

A)  size of muscle cells. 
B)  ability of muscles to store fuel. 
C)  blood supply to muscles. 
D)  all the above. 
A)  size of muscle cells. 
B)  ability of muscles to store fuel. 
C)  blood supply to muscles. 
D)  all the above.

Question 16

Exercise duration 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. 
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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

Shimea is thinking of becoming a member of a health club Which of the following would NOT be considered a sound recommendation before she joins a facility?

Accepted Answer

A)  She should join a club that has frequent membership promotions because she'll get the best value for her dollar. 
B)  She should ask for a one-day-free trial workout. 
C)  She should make sure the facility is certified by an approved trade association. 
D)  She should choose a club that has the programs and times to meet her needs. 
A)  She should join a club that has frequent membership promotions because she'll get the best value for her dollar. 
B)  She should ask for a one-day-free trial workout. 
C)  She should make sure the facility is certified by an approved trade association. 
D)  She should choose a club that has the programs and times to meet her needs.

Question 19

Ice should not be applied to an injured area for more than ___________ minutes at a time.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  15 
D)  20 
A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  15 
D)  20

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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

Exam 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise programs?

To improve muscular endurance, it is best to

Strength training can help improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.

The amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort is:

All of the following statements are TRUE regarding the effects of exercise on psychological and emotional well-being, EXCEPT:

What percentage of Canadian adults are not active enough for health benefits?

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

Treatment for muscle cramps includes all the following, EXCEPT:

Regular exercise may prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.

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

All of the following are important considerations for people with osteoporosis, EXCEPT:

The key to getting into shape without injury is

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

All the following are dimensions of overload, EXCEPT:

Muscular endurance depends on which of the following factors:

Exercise duration refers to

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

Shimea is thinking of becoming a member of a health club Which of the following would NOT be considered a sound recommendation before she joins a facility?

Ice should not be applied to an injured area for more than ___________ minutes at a time.

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

Taking Charge of Your Health

Psychological Health

Stress: the Constant Challenge

Weight Management

Nutrition Basics

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Immunity and Infection

Healthy Relationships and Communication

Healthy Sexuality

Pregnancy and Childbirth

Sexually Transmitted Infections Stis

Drug Use and Addiction

Alcohol Use and Alcoholism

Toward a Tobacco-Free Self and Society

Aging: a Vital Process

Dying and Death

Conventional and Complementary Medicine

Personal Safety on Connect

Environmental Health on Connect

Filters