Question 1

Active people often have resting pulse rates of _____ beats per minute or lower.

Accepted Answer

A)  30 
B)  40 
C)  50 
D)  70

Question 2

Describe the benefits of resistance training.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

The first symptom of dehydration (besides thirst) is:

Accepted Answer

A)  hypoglycemia. 
B)  heavy breathing. 
C)  heat stroke. 
D)  fatigue.

Question 4

By strengthening the muscles of the back and abdomen, resistance training can improve posture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Carbonated beverages are not a good choice for meeting an athlete's fluid needs because they:

Accepted Answer

A)  do not enhance athletic performance. 
B)  speed up the use of glycogen. 
C)  have a potentially hazardous diuretic effect. 
D)  make a person feel full quickly and may limit fluid intake.

Question 6

Which of the following enhances flexibility?

Accepted Answer

A)  weight training 
B)  aerobic activity 
C)  calisthenics 
D)  stretching

Question 7

Which of the following is among the most dangerous and illegal ergogenic aids?

Accepted Answer

A)  chromium picolinate 
B)  anabolic steroid hormones 
C)  creatine 
D)  conjugated linoleic acid

Question 8

Muscle growth is stimulated by:

Accepted Answer

A)  excess protein in the diet. 
B)  branched-chain amino acids. 
C)  physically demanding activity. 
D)  amino acid supplements.

Question 9

The health benefits of being physically active include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  reducing the amount of sleep needed each day. 
B)  protection against osteoporosis by building bone strength. 
C)  reducing type 2 diabetes risk by controlling blood glucose. 
D)  lowering heart disease risk with lowered blood pressure and blood lipids.

Question 10

Which of the following nutrients is important for athletes because it is needed for the formation of collagen?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin E 
B)  iron 
C)  thiamin 
D)  vitamin C

Question 11

One thing to consider when attempting to increase daily physical activity for health is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  begin slowly by only exercising one to two days a week. 
B)  avoid vigorous exercise if you are elderly. 
C)  include a higher proportion of vigorous physical activity. 
D)  begin with a moderate-intensity activity such as brisk walking.

Question 12

For athletic performance, the diet should consist of all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrient-dense foods. 
B)  foods moderate in fat. 
C)  foods high in carbohydrates. 
D)  supplements high in protein.

Question 13

What is recommended for replacing fuels that have been used during exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  Immediately replace fat because it is used more in moderate exercise. 
B)  Wait at least two hours before eating to allow muscles to repair. 
C)  Eat foods with a low glycemic index. 
D)  Eat a high-carbohydrate meal within two hours after exercise.

Question 14

A weight lifter is taking creatine supplements to increase the power in his muscles. What is the most likely effect of taking the supplement?

Accepted Answer

A)  weight gain 
B)  stimulation of muscle growth 
C)  energy enhancement from additional stored creatine phosphate in the muscles 
D)  enhanced endurance activity performance

Question 15

Most athletes probably need somewhat more protein than do sedentary people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A competitive world-class skier needs advice on fluid intake during training, competition, and recovery. What should be recommended?

Accepted Answer

A)  Additional fluid is not needed in competition because she will not sweat in cold weather. 
B)  She should drink fluids during the event when she gets thirsty. 
C)  She should rapidly replace fluids after competition by immediately replacing what she lost. 
D)  She should drink fluids with carbohydrate added to replenish glycogen stores.

Question 17

The main role of _____ in supporting physical activity is to serve as an antioxidant.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin E 
B)  beta-carotene 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  folate

Question 18

What is the intensity level of a physical activity that causes some increase in breathing, is a perceived exertion of 5 or 6, and allows you to have a conversation while doing the activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  sedentary 
B)  light 
C)  moderate 
D)  vigorous

Question 19

Why would you tell someone not to drink alcohol before engaging in an athletic event?

Accepted Answer

A)  because it is a diuretic 
B)  because it makes people nervous 
C)  because it impairs temperature regulation 
D)  a and c 
E)  b and c

Question 20

Describe the potential benefits versus adverse effects of caffeine use among athletes.

Accepted Answer

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Exam 10: Nutrients, Physical Activity, and the Bodys Responses