Questions & Answers
Circuit resistance training is an INEFFECTIVE way to develop cardiovascular endurance. - ANSWER:false
A muscle action whereby force is generated as the muscle lengthens is referred to as what type of
contraction? - ANSWER:eccentric
Which of the following muscle fiber types would be more beneficial for strength? - ANSWER:type 2b
The muscle acting in opposition to a prime mover is referred to as a? - ANSWER:antagonist
Which of the following about strength training is UNTRUE?
Select one:
a. Strength training can improve both performance and function.
b. Strength training develops cardiovascular fitness.
c. Strength training improves all muscle fiber types.
d. Strength training can be effective and begin at any age. - ANSWER:b
Which of the following athletes would likely benefit the most from supplementing with Creatine?
Select one:
a. Cross country skier
b. 10k runner
c. 100m sprinter
d. 400m swimmer - ANSWER:c. 100m sprinter
The RM Continuum states: - ANSWER:As rep #s increase the return on strength decreases.
Which of the following about anabolic steroid use appears true?
Select one:
a. Injuries happen more often.
b. Recovery takes longer from injury.
c. Bones may break more easily when using anabolic steroids.
d. All the above appear to be true. - ANSWER:all of the above appear to be true
Isokinetic exercises are an appropriate way to develop acceleration. - ANSWER:false
, If a man can lift 150lbs and a woman can lift 125lbs, which of the following statements are you certain is
correct?
Select one:
a. The man has greater relative strength.
b. The man has greater absolute strength.
c. The woman has greater relative strength.
d. The woman has less relative strength. - ANSWER:the man has greater absolute strength
Visceral body fat deposits increase disease risks. - ANSWER:true
As we increase in age which of the following factors plays the greatest role in weight gain?
Select one:
a. Eating habits.
b. Physical activity.
c. Basal metabolism.
d. B & C. - ANSWER:b & c
The term that describes the stored form of carbohydrate in the muscle and liver is called: -
ANSWER:glycogen
The measurement of body fat is based on what scientific principle? - ANSWER:archimedes
The insoluble product that is indigestible and found in most bulk foods is known as: - ANSWER:cellulose
In measuring body fat it is estimated that:
Select one:
a. About half the body fat is located just under the skin.
b. About half the body fat is located around the internal organs.
c. Skinfold measurements are more accurate.
d. All of the above are true. - ANSWER:all of the above
The basic estimate for protein intake for an average adult is _________. - ANSWER:0.8g/kg.
The body composition measurement that uses low level voltage to determine density differences is? -
ANSWER:BIA
Which of the following statements about body composition health is TRUE?
Select one: