Question 1

The two most common factors that influence enzyme activity are:

Accepted Answer

A)  time and temperature. 
B)  temperature and pH. 
C)  pH and oxygen availability. 
D)  oxygen availability and time. 
A)  time and temperature. 
B)  temperature and pH. 
C)  pH and oxygen availability. 
D)  oxygen availability and time.

Question 2

Carbohydrate foods contain approximately _____ kcal/g.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Carbohydrate foods contain approximately _____ kcal/g....

Question 3

Match the energy measurement technique with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once.
-Doubly-labeled water

Accepted Answer

A) Gas-exchange method used in many exercise physiological labs 
B) Used in free-living situations to measure energy expenditure over weeks 
C) Used to directly measure thermal energy in food 
D) Direct calorimetry method used with humans for research purposes 
A) Gas-exchange method used in many exercise physiological labs 
B) Used in free-living situations to measure energy expenditure over weeks 
C) Used to directly measure thermal energy in food 
D) Direct calorimetry method used with humans for research purposes

Question 4

Explain the concept of conservation of energy and how this concept applies to energy utilization in the body.

Accepted Answer

The concept of conservation of energy st

Question 5

On a kcal/g basis, the caloric content of carbohydrate is approximately the same as that of:

Accepted Answer

A)  alcohol. 
B)  fat. 
C)  protein. 
D)  a and c 
A)  alcohol. 
B)  fat. 
C)  protein. 
D)  a and c

Question 6

Which of the following equations used to predict resting metabolic rate best accounts for the higher-than-normal amount of muscle mass in trained athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Harris-Benedict 
B)  Mifflin-St Jeor 
C)  Owen 
D)  Cunningham 
A)  Harris-Benedict 
B)  Mifflin-St Jeor 
C)  Owen 
D)  Cunningham

Question 7

The three energy systems that replenish ATP are creatine phosphate, anaerobic glycolysis, and oxidative phosphorylation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate.
-Ascending to high altitude

Accepted Answer

A)  Influence not under voluntary control 
B)  Substantial influence, under some voluntary control 
C)  Subtle or temporary influence, under some voluntary control 
A)  Influence not under voluntary control 
B)  Substantial influence, under some voluntary control 
C)  Subtle or temporary influence, under some voluntary control

Question 9

The Cunningham equation may be the best equation to use with athletes because it accounts more accurately for fat-free mass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate.
-Exercise

Accepted Answer

A)  Influence not under voluntary control 
B)  Substantial influence, under some voluntary control 
C)  Subtle or temporary influence, under some voluntary control 
A)  Influence not under voluntary control 
B)  Substantial influence, under some voluntary control 
C)  Subtle or temporary influence, under some voluntary control

Question 11

To obtain an accurate measurement of resting metabolic rate it is not necessary for an athlete to abstain from resistance or endurance exercise in the hours prior to the test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Match the energy measurement technique with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once.
-Room-size calorimeter

Accepted Answer

A) Gas-exchange method used in many exercise physiological labs 
B) Used in free-living situations to measure energy expenditure over weeks 
C) Used to directly measure thermal energy in food 
D) Direct calorimetry method used with humans for research purposes 
A) Gas-exchange method used in many exercise physiological labs 
B) Used in free-living situations to measure energy expenditure over weeks 
C) Used to directly measure thermal energy in food 
D) Direct calorimetry method used with humans for research purposes

Question 13

Explain why calculating the caloric content of one's diet could be both beneficial and detrimental.

Accepted Answer

Calculating the caloric content of one's

Question 14

The greatest source of error when using a food diary is the inaccurate recording of the amount and type of foods and beverages consumed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In the energy balance equation, the only component of "energy in" is:

Accepted Answer

A)  food. 
B)  thermic effect of food. 
C)  basal metabolism. 
D)  physical activity. 
A)  food. 
B)  thermic effect of food. 
C)  basal metabolism. 
D)  physical activity.

Question 16

ATP is critical for muscle contraction, but is not involved in muscle relaxation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Explain to a member of a health and fitness club why severely restricting food intake is not recommended and why it may be detrimental to the goal of permanent weight loss.

Accepted Answer

Restricting food intake severely is not

Question 18

Explain the impact of physical activity on energy expenditure.

Accepted Answer

Physical activity has a significant impa

Question 19

Estimate resting metabolic rate in a 165-lb (75-kg) male using the simplest formula discussed in the text.

Accepted Answer

A)  1,620 kcal 
B)  1,800 kcal 
C)  2,275 kcal 
D)  3,650 kcal 
A)  1,620 kcal 
B)  1,800 kcal 
C)  2,275 kcal 
D)  3,650 kcal

Question 20

Even in sedentary individuals, physical activity is the largest component of "energy out."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The two most common factors that influence enzyme activity are:

Carbohydrate foods contain approximately _____ kcal/g.

Match the energy measurement technique with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Doubly-labeled water

Explain the concept of conservation of energy and how this concept applies to energy utilization in the body.

On a kcal/g basis, the caloric content of carbohydrate is approximately the same as that of:

Which of the following equations used to predict resting metabolic rate best accounts for the higher-than-normal amount of muscle mass in trained athletes?

The three energy systems that replenish ATP are creatine phosphate, anaerobic glycolysis, and oxidative phosphorylation.

indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate. -Ascending to high altitude

The Cunningham equation may be the best equation to use with athletes because it accounts more accurately for fat-free mass.

indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate. -Exercise

To obtain an accurate measurement of resting metabolic rate it is not necessary for an athlete to abstain from resistance or endurance exercise in the hours prior to the test.

Match the energy measurement technique with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Room-size calorimeter

Explain why calculating the caloric content of one's diet could be both beneficial and detrimental.

The greatest source of error when using a food diary is the inaccurate recording of the amount and type of foods and beverages consumed.

In the energy balance equation, the only component of "energy in" is:

ATP is critical for muscle contraction, but is not involved in muscle relaxation.

Explain to a member of a health and fitness club why severely restricting food intake is not recommended and why it may be detrimental to the goal of permanent weight loss.

Explain the impact of physical activity on energy expenditure.

Estimate resting metabolic rate in a 165-lb (75-kg) male using the simplest formula discussed in the text.

Even in sedentary individuals, physical activity is the largest component of "energy out."

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

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Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

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Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

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Exam 2: Defining and Measuring Energy

The two most common factors that influence enzyme activity are:

Carbohydrate foods contain approximately _____ kcal/g.

Match the energy measurement technique with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Doubly-labeled water

Explain the concept of conservation of energy and how this concept applies to energy utilization in the body.

On a kcal/g basis, the caloric content of carbohydrate is approximately the same as that of:

Which of the following equations used to predict resting metabolic rate best accounts for the higher-than-normal amount of muscle mass in trained athletes?

The three energy systems that replenish ATP are creatine phosphate, anaerobic glycolysis, and oxidative phosphorylation.

indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate. -Ascending to high altitude

The Cunningham equation may be the best equation to use with athletes because it accounts more accurately for fat-free mass.

indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate. -Exercise

To obtain an accurate measurement of resting metabolic rate it is not necessary for an athlete to abstain from resistance or endurance exercise in the hours prior to the test.

Match the energy measurement technique with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Room-size calorimeter

Explain why calculating the caloric content of one's diet could be both beneficial and detrimental.

The greatest source of error when using a food diary is the inaccurate recording of the amount and type of foods and beverages consumed.

In the energy balance equation, the only component of "energy in" is:

ATP is critical for muscle contraction, but is not involved in muscle relaxation.

Explain to a member of a health and fitness club why severely restricting food intake is not recommended and why it may be detrimental to the goal of permanent weight loss.

Explain the impact of physical activity on energy expenditure.

Estimate resting metabolic rate in a 165-lb (75-kg) male using the simplest formula discussed in the text.

Even in sedentary individuals, physical activity is the largest component of "energy out."

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters