QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
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1. What is the definition of physical activity?
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All body movements produced by skeletal muscles that result in an increase in energy expenditure.
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2. How can physical activities be categorized by intensity?
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Light, moderate, and vigorous.
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3. Give an example of light intensity physical activity.
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Walking casually on a flat surface.
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4. What is considered moderate intensity physical activity?
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Walking at a fast pace up and down steep hills.
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5. What is an example of vigorous intensity physical activity?
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Jogging or running on steep hills.
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6. What is the difference between leisure time physical activity and occupational physical activity?
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Leisure time physical activity includes activities like walking the dog, while occupational physical activity
involves exertion required in jobs like construction work.
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7. Define exercise.
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Planned, repetitive, and structured bodily movement done to maintain or improve physical fitness.
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8. What are the components of physical fitness?
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Cardiorespiratory fitness, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility.
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9. What are the minimum exercise recommendations for adults?
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150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week, plus at least 2 days of
strength exercises.
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10. Why is it important to spread aerobic activity throughout the week?
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To maximize health benefits and avoid long periods of inactivity.
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11. What should individuals with special circumstances do before starting an exercise program?
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Seek medical advice.
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12. List some benefits of regular exercise.
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Improved cardiovascular health, cognitive function, psychological wellness, body composition, immune
function, and reduced risk of chronic diseases.
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13. How does regular exercise affect insulin sensitivity?
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It increases insulin sensitivity, helping to prevent and potentially reverse Type 2 Diabetes.
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14. What lifestyle factors increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes?
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A sedentary lifestyle and increased insulin resistance.
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15. What is cardiorespiratory endurance?
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The ability to perform prolonged, large-muscle, and dynamic exercise at moderate to high intensity levels.
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16. Define muscular strength.
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The amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can generate in one contraction.
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17. What is muscular endurance?
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A muscle's ability to exert force repeatedly without fatiguing.
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18. What does flexibility refer to?
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The ability of joints to move through their full range of motion.
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19. What is body composition?
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The relative proportions of fat and lean tissues in the body.
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20. What does the FITT principle stand for?
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Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type.
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21. How does frequency relate to exercise intensity?
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The frequency of exercise depends on the intensity; higher intensity may require fewer sessions.
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22. What is the talk test?
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A method to gauge exercise intensity based on whether you can carry on a conversation.
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23. What is the significance of measuring heart rate during exercise?
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It helps determine the intensity level of the workout.
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24. What are some health risks associated with a sedentary lifestyle?
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Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, Type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, osteoporosis, and premature
death.
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25. How can regular exercise impact mental health?
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It can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while improving mood and self-esteem.
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26. What is the relationship between exercise and cancer prevention?
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Regular exercise and a healthy diet can prevent approximately one third of all cancers.
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27. What is the recommended duration of moderate exercise per session according to ACSM?
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30 minutes at a time or 150 minutes per week.
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28. What is the recommended duration of vigorous exercise per week?
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75 minutes per week or 20 minutes at a time.
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29. What does the term 'Type' refer to in the context of cardiorespiratory endurance exercise?
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Rhythmic and continuous movement for cardiorespiratory health.
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30. What is the optimal frequency for cardiorespiratory endurance workouts?
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Three to five times weekly.
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31. What is the target heart rate zone?
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The range to reach and maintain during exercise to obtain benefits.
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32. What types of activities are recommended for cardiorespiratory endurance?
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Walking, jogging, running, swimming, bicycling, and aerobic dance.
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33. What is the FITT principle for muscular strength and endurance?
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Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type.
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34. How often should strength training be performed?
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2 to 3 days per week.
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35. What is the recommended rest period between strength training exercises?
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2 to 3 minutes.