Sports

Question 1 

The overload in an active ballistic stretch is created by:

 

a partner holding the limb during the stretch.

 

contraction of the opposing muscles

 

the momentum of the body part

 

adding a weight to the limb

 

a stretch reflex

Question 2 

What type of fat is created when hydrogen is added to liquid oil? 

 

benecol fats

 

polyunsaturated fats

 

monounsaturated fats

 

trans fats

Question 3 

The non-specific response of the body to any demands placed upon it is called 

 

stressor.

 

stress.

 

distress.

 

eustress.

Question 4 

“All of the following are considered “”fat soluble”” vitamins EXCEPT “

 

A

 

B

 

E

 

K

Question 5 

Which is TRUE regarding flexibility?

 

Flexibility exercise is not needed if weight lifting is performed

 

Flexibility is not influenced by age

 

Physical inactivity can cause flexibility to be lost

 

Stretching is only effective if done before a workout

Question 6 

The MOST frequently prescribed treatment for back pain is:

 

surgery

 

exercise

 

massage

 

anti-inflammatory drugs

 

hot or cold applications

Question 7 

What is the reason some experts prefer to consider body composition as a component of metabolic fitness?

 

Due to its role in metabolism

 

Because it is difficult to assess

 

Because it requires no movement or performance

 

Because it is impacted by dietary intake 

 

Question 8 

A measure of the maximum amount of force that a muscle can exert one time is called:

 

power

 

strength

 

progression

 

sticking point

 

muscular endurance

Question 9 

The first step in managing stress is to 

 

make a list of all the potential ways to cope with the stress.

 

recognize the causes and be aware of the symptoms.

 

ask a friend or family member for help.

 

see a doctor to determine if it has affected your blood pressure.

Question 10 

What are the typical estimates of daily calories for women and men? 

 

“women: 600 to 1,000; men: 1,000 to 1,400”

 

“women: 1,200 to 1,600; men: 1,500 to 2,000”

 

“women: 1,800 to 2200; men: 1,800 to 2,200”

 

“women: 2,000 to 2,250; men: 2,250 to 2,500”

Question 11 

Which of the following is TRUE of posture?

 

A rigid posture is desirable

 

Muscle weakness does not influence posture

 

Alignment of one body part can affect that of another

 

Good posture requires additional muscular effort

 

Poor posture has not been linked to any health problems

Question 12 

What is the consequence of a forward head posture?

 

Tension in lower back

 

Neck pain

 

Herniated disks

 

Arthritis

Question 13 

Reducing consumption of snacks in vending machines is an example of which weight control technique?

 

environmental change

 

practicing dietary restraint

 

self-monitoring

 

avoiding social norms

Question 14 

What exercises should individuals with lordosis and weak abdominals avoid?

 

Exercises that hyperextend the spine

 

Exercises that hyperflex the spine

 

Exercises that twist the spine

 

Exercises that require heavy lifting over the head

Question 15 

What is the main benefit of the curvature in the spinal column (lordotic curve)?

 

It allows better protection of the spinal cord

 

It permits movement

 

It provides for better support and load bearing

 

It assists in head control

Question 16 

What device is used to measure skinfolds?

 

X-ray

 

Tape measure

 

Dynamometer

 

Caliper

 

Scale

Question 17 

Which of the following is good advice for weight/fat control? 

 

Eat fast so you do not think about food.

 

Space meals equally throughout the day.

 

Skip lunch or breakfast if you do not feel hungry.

 

Eat a large dinner and a small breakfast and lunch.

Question 18 

Absence of menstruation is known as:

 

bulimia

 

anorexia nervosa

 

amenorrhea

 

oligomenorrhea

Question 19 

Which of the following is the MOST likely potential side effect of amenorrhea?

 

Loss of bone mineral

 

Anemia

 

Lack of appetite

 

Inability to sleep

Question 20 

Which of the following is an example of an environmental stressor? 

 

drugs

 

injury

 

caffeine

 

noise

Question 21 

Which of the following is NOT true about expressing emotion? 

 

Writing about your experiences is an appropriate way to express emotion.

 

Suppressing emotions is an indicator of hardiness.

 

Shared emotional writing has been shown to be beneficial for reducing stress.

 

Friends provide a way to express your emotions in a healthy way.

Question 22 

How does exercising before experiencing a stressor affect the magnitude of the stress response?

 

It is reduced.

 

It stays the same.

 

It is increased.

 

“It increases quickly, then decreases.”

Question 23 

The term essential fat means the:

 

amount of dietary fat essential for a balanced diet

 

minimum amount of body fat essential for good health

 

smallest amount of body fat that can be pinched between your fingers

 

desirable amount of body fat for good performance

Question 24 

What has recently become the accepted gold standard or criterion for body composition measurements?

 

Underwater weighing

 

Skinfold measurements

 

DEXA

 

Bioelectrical impedance

 

BMI

Question 25 

“Slow, sustained stretching exercises held for several seconds are called:”

 

static stretches.

 

stretch reflexes.

 

dynamic stretches

 

ballistic stretches

 

isometric stretches

Question 26 

Which of the following are considered appropriate short-term goals?

 

losing 50 lbs. in a month

 

losing 2 lbs. per week

 

not eating for 3 days

 

amputation of an appendage

Question 27 

A synthetic fat that passes through the gastrointestinal system without being digested is known as 

 

extra-fat

 

new-trim

 

benecol

 

olestra

Question 28 

Ambiguous stressors are more problematic because 

 

fewer clear-cut solutions exist.

 

too many people want to get involved.

 

the individual never knows what to expect.

 

the cause of stress is too easily identifiable.

Question 29 

Which of the following statements is MOST likely to be TRUE?

 

Flexibility is the same thing as stretching

 

One cannot stretch both muscles and tendons

 

Too much flexibility is more detrimental than too little flexibility

 

There is no ideal standard for flexibility.

Question 30 

Which of the following is true regarding high-protein diets? 

 

They are effective in long-term weight loss.

 

Long-term adverse effects have been documented.

 

“The weight lost is water, not fat.”

 

They are considered more effective than low-carbohydrate diets.

   

Question 31 

“Which is a stress-related term used to describe negative or “”automatic thinking?”” “

 

cognitive dissonance

 

appraisal evaluation

 

distorted thinking

 

controlled emotions

Question 32 

The most frequent cause of inactivity in individuals under the age of 45 is:

 

headache

 

neckache

 

backache

 

poor posture

Question 33 

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be effective for stress management? 

 

emotion-focused coping

 

problem-focused coping

 

appraisal-focused coping

 

avoidant coping

Question 34 

The capacity of a muscle to continue contracting over a period of time without fatigue is called:

 

power

 

tonus

 

muscular strength

 

muscular endurance

 

cardiovascular endurance

Question 35 

The white meat in the flying muscles of a chicken must exert a powerful force and is an example of what type of muscle fiber?

 

Slow-twitch

 

Fast-twitch

 

Intermediate

 

Combination of fast and slow

Question 36 

Which of the following types of muscle is found in the digestive tract?

 

Cardiac

 

Smooth

 

Skeletal

 

Circular

Question 37 

Which of the following is the most appropriate recommendation for long-term weight control? 

 

Go on a caloric restriction diet once a month.

 

Skip breakfast to cut calories.

 

Eat a low-fat diet and perform regular exercise.

 

Never eat out at a restaurant.

Question 38 

The percentage of fat recommended for men to be in the good fitness health zone is approximately:

 

0-5%.

 

5-9%.

 

10-20%.

 

21-25%.

 

25-30%.

Question 39 

Which of the following nutrients does NOT provide energy? 

 

Protein

 

Vitamins

 

Carbohydrates

 

Fat

Question 40 

Which of the following is considered a major stressor? 

 

financial problems

 

work relationships

 

time pressures

 

family disagreements

   

Question 41 

The most frequent and important stressors affecting humans are 

 

physiological.

 

intellectual.

 

environmental.

 

emotional.

Question 42 

What is your somatotype? 

 

Scale

 

Body build

 

Overweight condition

 

Daily caloric consumption

 

An exercise for fat control

Question 43 

Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) provides an estimate of:

 

fatness

 

regional fat deposition

 

cholesterol

 

athletic potential

Question 44 

The body mass index (BMI) is based on which two variables?

 

Sum of skinfolds and body density

 

Height and weight

 

Elbow breadth and height

 

Sum of skinfolds and waist-to-hip ratio

 

Height and percent body fat

Question 45 

Large short-term changes in body weight from day to day are most likely to result from changes in 

 

body fat.

 

body water.

 

protein.

 

bone.

Question 46 

Regular physical activity has been found to be effective at relieving stress by 

 

reducing the intensity of the stress response.

 

decreasing the likelihood of developing stress disorders.

 

having a positive long-term effect on emotions.

 

both reducing the intensity of the stress response and decreasing the likelihood of developing stress disorders.

Question 47 

The average intake of dietary fiber is much lower than the recommended amount of ________ g/day.

 

15-20

 

25-35

 

35-45

 

45-50

Question 48 

Which muscle fibers are resistant to fatigue because they rely on aerobic metabolism?

 

Red

 

White

 

Fast-twitch

 

Intermediate

Question 49 

Which of the following is NOT a behavioral goal? 

 

Do cardiovascular exercises three times per week.

 

Lose 15 pounds in three months.

 

Consume five servings of fruits and vegetables each day.

 

Do resistance exercises two times per week

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