CONNECT CORE CONCEPTS IN HEALTH: CHAPTER 12 PRACTICE TEST (EXERCISE FOR HEALTH AND FITNESS)

CONNECT CORE CONCEPTS IN HEALTH: CHAPTER 12 PRACTICE TEST (EXERCISE FOR HEALTH AND FITNESS) Which of the following is NOT an element of health-related fitness? A) body composition B) muscular strength C) cardiorespiratory endurance D) speed - CORRECT ANSWER- D) speed Flexibility is best described as: A) the ability to move without pain during exercise. B) the ability to move the joints through their full range of motion. C) sustained motion without resistance. D) the ability to move rapidly during exercise. - CORRECT ANSWER- B) the ability to move the joints through their full range of motion. Healthy body composition is characterized by a: A) high proportion of fat tissue and a low proportion of fat-free mass. B) low proportion of fat tissue and a low proportion of fat-free mass. C) low proportion of fat tissue and a high proportion of fat-free mass. D) high proportion of fat tissue and a high proportion of fat-free mass. - CORRECT ANSWER- C) low proportion of fat tissue and a high proportion of fat-free mass. Regular exercise does all the following EXCEPT: A) raises metabolic rate B) decreases levels of high-density lipoproteins C) builds bone density D) protects cells from free radicals - CORRECT ANSWER- B) decreases levels of high-density lipoproteins Which of the following is least beneficial for developing cardiorespiratory endurance? A) jogging B) cycling C) weight lifting D) swimming - CORRECT ANSWER- C) weight lifting Cardiorespiratory endurance exercise intensity is measured according to the: A) duration of a workout. B) heart rate. C) distance traveled. D) number of exercise sessions per week. - CORRECT ANSWER- B) heart rate. In order to improve cardiorespiratory endurance, a high-intensity exercise session should be at least ____ minutes long. A) 10 B) 20 C) 45 D) 60 - CORRECT ANSWER- B) 20 Muscular strength and endurance are developed best by activities that: A) involve continuous rhythmic movements of large-muscle groups. B) gently extend joints beyond their normal range of motion. C) involve working with weights or against another type of resistance. D) decrease body fat. - CORRECT ANSWER- C) involve working with weights or against another type of resistance. Which kind of stretching achieves the greatest range of motion? A) static B) ballistic C) active D) passive - CORRECT ANSWER- D) passive Which strategy will contribute to the success of your fitness program? A) Be sure to have water or commercial sports drinks on hand. B) Buy one pair of shoes that you can use for all of your fitness activities. C) If joining a health club, sign a long-term contract. D) Add protein supplements to your diet. - CORRECT ANSWER- A) Be sure to have water or commercial sports drinks on hand. Approximately 25% of Americans are not regularly active. A) True B) False - CORRECT ANSWER- B) False Exercise increases the efficiency of the body's metabolism. A) True B) False - CORRECT ANSWER- A) True Weight-bearing exercise can help prevent osteoporosis. A) True B) False - CORRECT ANSWER- A) True Regular exercise can improve mood, lessen depression, and boost creativity. A) True B) False - CORRECT ANSWER- A) True To improve cardiorespiratory endurance, it is best to exercise at your maximum heart rate. A) True B) False - CORRECT ANSWER- B) False Isometric exercise