AEA Certification
How does compression lower your Heart Rate in the water? - CORRECT ANSWER-The
water compresses all body systems, including the vascular system, causing a smaller
venous load to the heart, reducing HR.
What is ACSMs recommendation for frequency for resistance training? - CORRECT
ANSWER-2-3 days per week for each major muscle group
Define body composition - CORRECT ANSWER-The body relative percentage of fat as
compared to lean tissue (bones, muscles, and organs)
List 5 benefits of regular excercise - CORRECT ANSWER-physical appearance,
increase in functional capacity, heart and bone strength, strengthen walls of vessels,
improve strength & endurance, improve efficiency of nerves, improves psychological
function
calculating exercise intensity using the Karvonen Formula is known as - CORRECT
ANSWER-HR reserve method
The skeletal system provides our bodies with support, protection and - CORRECT
ANSWER-shape
The humerus is classified as what type of bone? - CORRECT ANSWER-Long
Which characteristic of muscle allows it to shorten and thicken? - CORRECT ANSWER-
contractibilty
Name three primary options available for the endurance component of an aquatic
workout. - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Cardiorespiratory Endurance Training
2. Muscular Fitness Training
3. Muscular Flexibility and ROM Training
muscular strength - CORRECT ANSWER-is defined as the maximum force that can be
exerted by a muscle or muscle group against a resistance.
Golgi tendon organ - CORRECT ANSWER-This proprietorial is found in the tendons of
your muscle and measure muscle tension.
6 components to fitness skills - CORRECT ANSWER-balance, coordination, speed,
power, agility, reaction time
,What is the difference between maximal heart rate and heart rate reserve? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Max HR-the highest HR a person can achieve and is measured with a max
HR test or estimated with 220 minus your age.
HR Reserve-your minimal HR minus your resting HR
Which muscle flexes the leg at the knee. - CORRECT ANSWER-hamstrings
What is the motor neuron? - CORRECT ANSWER-nerve cell that innervates muscle
fibers to move
Name the 11 systems of the body - CORRECT ANSWER-integumentary, skeletal,
muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary,
reproductive
6 anatomical reference terms relating to exercise - CORRECT ANSWER-
superior/inferior
anterior/posterior
lateral/medial
3 types of muscle tissues in the body - CORRECT ANSWER-visceral / cardiac / skeletal
The process by which bones grow in the body is called - CORRECT ANSWER-
ossification
_______________ is moving away from the mid-line of the body - CORRECT
ANSWER-Abduction
flexion and extension are performed primarily in the _________________ plane. -
CORRECT ANSWER-Sagittal
In a third class lever, the _____is between the ____ and _____ - CORRECT ANSWER-
effort/fulcrum/resistance
What type of joint is the elbow - CORRECT ANSWER-hinge
3 natural curves in the spine - CORRECT ANSWER-cervical/thoracic/lumbar
In deep water, you primary manipulate your center of - CORRECT ANSWER-buoyancy
6 movement terms used to identify joint actions - CORRECT ANSWER-
flexion/extension
adduction/abduction
elevation/depression
protraction/retraction
pronation/supination
inversion/eversion
,medial/lateral rotation
circumduction
tilt
describe the anatomical postion - CORRECT ANSWER-The body is erect or laying
supine as if erect. Arms by the side, palms facing forward, legs together, and feet
forward. Joints are neutral except for the forearms, which are supinated.
The shoulder girdle is comprised of? - CORRECT ANSWER-clavicles/scapulae
Scoliosis refers to a __________bending of the spine - CORRECT ANSWER-lateral
___________ states that you train only that part of the system or body which is
overloaded. - CORRECT ANSWER-Specificity
name 3 muscles pairs in the body - CORRECT ANSWER-Biceps/triceps
hip abd/hip add
quadriceps/hamstrings
anterior/posterior deltoid
Which metabolic system yields the highest amount of ATP for the working muscle? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Oxidative system
Protein is broken down into ______________ - CORRECT ANSWER-amino acid
Define the all-or-none principle - CORRECT ANSWER-All of the muscle fibers in a
motor unit contract or none contract
Which type of muscle tissue is best suited for endurance activities - CORRECT
ANSWER-slow twitch
Concentric and eccentric muscle actions are part of _______ muscle movement -
CORRECT ANSWER-isotonic
When initialing exercise the time of inadequate oxygen supply is called __________ -
CORRECT ANSWER-oxygen deficit
There is a given overload that must be exceeded in order to see improvement in fitness
as - CORRECT ANSWER-threshold of training
Name 3 types of muscle actions that skeletal muscle can generate - CORRECT
ANSWER-isotonic/isometric/isokinetic
How is radiation from convection in heat dissipation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Radiation
is heat loss
, Convection is transfer of heat through movement of liquid or gas between areas of
different temperature
What are possible problem associated with performing verticle exercise in water under
80 degree F - CORRECT ANSWER-Physiological responses will be altered; take longer
to warm up; participants might chill; With reduced blood flow to the extremities, there is
greater chance for musculoskeletal injuries.
Ideal tempt range for aqua fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-83-86
depth range for shallow aquatic fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-mid rib cage or armpit
3-5 feet
Primary irritation in chlorinated pool - CORRECT ANSWER-chloramines
A participant cannot dissipate heat by sweating in the pool while exercising (T or F) -
CORRECT ANSWER-False. In the water the body dissipates heats through peripheral
vasodilation (radiation) and sweat.
The physiological responses to water immersion are effected by: body composition,
intensity of exercise; age; gender; and disease (True or False) - CORRECT ANSWER-
True
Benefits of wearing aqua shoes - CORRECT ANSWER-1. protection on soles of feet
2. traction
3. cushioning shock absorbent
4. additional weight and resistance
5. safety entering and exiting pool
By adding the element of travel in aquatic choreography, you are increasing intensity
using which law? - CORRECT ANSWER-inertia
What is the difference between linear and rotational movement? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Linear is movement of the entire body forward/backward or left/right
Rotational is motion at a joint
Friction between the molecules of a liquid or gas is referred to as - CORRECT
ANSWER-viscosity
Which is more intense wide jog traveling forward or wide jog traveling sideways? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Wide jog traveling forward
increasing speed in the water reduces range of motion (T or F) - CORRECT ANSWER-
T
How does compression lower your Heart Rate in the water? - CORRECT ANSWER-The
water compresses all body systems, including the vascular system, causing a smaller
venous load to the heart, reducing HR.
What is ACSMs recommendation for frequency for resistance training? - CORRECT
ANSWER-2-3 days per week for each major muscle group
Define body composition - CORRECT ANSWER-The body relative percentage of fat as
compared to lean tissue (bones, muscles, and organs)
List 5 benefits of regular excercise - CORRECT ANSWER-physical appearance,
increase in functional capacity, heart and bone strength, strengthen walls of vessels,
improve strength & endurance, improve efficiency of nerves, improves psychological
function
calculating exercise intensity using the Karvonen Formula is known as - CORRECT
ANSWER-HR reserve method
The skeletal system provides our bodies with support, protection and - CORRECT
ANSWER-shape
The humerus is classified as what type of bone? - CORRECT ANSWER-Long
Which characteristic of muscle allows it to shorten and thicken? - CORRECT ANSWER-
contractibilty
Name three primary options available for the endurance component of an aquatic
workout. - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Cardiorespiratory Endurance Training
2. Muscular Fitness Training
3. Muscular Flexibility and ROM Training
muscular strength - CORRECT ANSWER-is defined as the maximum force that can be
exerted by a muscle or muscle group against a resistance.
Golgi tendon organ - CORRECT ANSWER-This proprietorial is found in the tendons of
your muscle and measure muscle tension.
6 components to fitness skills - CORRECT ANSWER-balance, coordination, speed,
power, agility, reaction time
,What is the difference between maximal heart rate and heart rate reserve? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Max HR-the highest HR a person can achieve and is measured with a max
HR test or estimated with 220 minus your age.
HR Reserve-your minimal HR minus your resting HR
Which muscle flexes the leg at the knee. - CORRECT ANSWER-hamstrings
What is the motor neuron? - CORRECT ANSWER-nerve cell that innervates muscle
fibers to move
Name the 11 systems of the body - CORRECT ANSWER-integumentary, skeletal,
muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary,
reproductive
6 anatomical reference terms relating to exercise - CORRECT ANSWER-
superior/inferior
anterior/posterior
lateral/medial
3 types of muscle tissues in the body - CORRECT ANSWER-visceral / cardiac / skeletal
The process by which bones grow in the body is called - CORRECT ANSWER-
ossification
_______________ is moving away from the mid-line of the body - CORRECT
ANSWER-Abduction
flexion and extension are performed primarily in the _________________ plane. -
CORRECT ANSWER-Sagittal
In a third class lever, the _____is between the ____ and _____ - CORRECT ANSWER-
effort/fulcrum/resistance
What type of joint is the elbow - CORRECT ANSWER-hinge
3 natural curves in the spine - CORRECT ANSWER-cervical/thoracic/lumbar
In deep water, you primary manipulate your center of - CORRECT ANSWER-buoyancy
6 movement terms used to identify joint actions - CORRECT ANSWER-
flexion/extension
adduction/abduction
elevation/depression
protraction/retraction
pronation/supination
inversion/eversion
,medial/lateral rotation
circumduction
tilt
describe the anatomical postion - CORRECT ANSWER-The body is erect or laying
supine as if erect. Arms by the side, palms facing forward, legs together, and feet
forward. Joints are neutral except for the forearms, which are supinated.
The shoulder girdle is comprised of? - CORRECT ANSWER-clavicles/scapulae
Scoliosis refers to a __________bending of the spine - CORRECT ANSWER-lateral
___________ states that you train only that part of the system or body which is
overloaded. - CORRECT ANSWER-Specificity
name 3 muscles pairs in the body - CORRECT ANSWER-Biceps/triceps
hip abd/hip add
quadriceps/hamstrings
anterior/posterior deltoid
Which metabolic system yields the highest amount of ATP for the working muscle? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Oxidative system
Protein is broken down into ______________ - CORRECT ANSWER-amino acid
Define the all-or-none principle - CORRECT ANSWER-All of the muscle fibers in a
motor unit contract or none contract
Which type of muscle tissue is best suited for endurance activities - CORRECT
ANSWER-slow twitch
Concentric and eccentric muscle actions are part of _______ muscle movement -
CORRECT ANSWER-isotonic
When initialing exercise the time of inadequate oxygen supply is called __________ -
CORRECT ANSWER-oxygen deficit
There is a given overload that must be exceeded in order to see improvement in fitness
as - CORRECT ANSWER-threshold of training
Name 3 types of muscle actions that skeletal muscle can generate - CORRECT
ANSWER-isotonic/isometric/isokinetic
How is radiation from convection in heat dissipation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Radiation
is heat loss
, Convection is transfer of heat through movement of liquid or gas between areas of
different temperature
What are possible problem associated with performing verticle exercise in water under
80 degree F - CORRECT ANSWER-Physiological responses will be altered; take longer
to warm up; participants might chill; With reduced blood flow to the extremities, there is
greater chance for musculoskeletal injuries.
Ideal tempt range for aqua fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-83-86
depth range for shallow aquatic fitness - CORRECT ANSWER-mid rib cage or armpit
3-5 feet
Primary irritation in chlorinated pool - CORRECT ANSWER-chloramines
A participant cannot dissipate heat by sweating in the pool while exercising (T or F) -
CORRECT ANSWER-False. In the water the body dissipates heats through peripheral
vasodilation (radiation) and sweat.
The physiological responses to water immersion are effected by: body composition,
intensity of exercise; age; gender; and disease (True or False) - CORRECT ANSWER-
True
Benefits of wearing aqua shoes - CORRECT ANSWER-1. protection on soles of feet
2. traction
3. cushioning shock absorbent
4. additional weight and resistance
5. safety entering and exiting pool
By adding the element of travel in aquatic choreography, you are increasing intensity
using which law? - CORRECT ANSWER-inertia
What is the difference between linear and rotational movement? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Linear is movement of the entire body forward/backward or left/right
Rotational is motion at a joint
Friction between the molecules of a liquid or gas is referred to as - CORRECT
ANSWER-viscosity
Which is more intense wide jog traveling forward or wide jog traveling sideways? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Wide jog traveling forward
increasing speed in the water reduces range of motion (T or F) - CORRECT ANSWER-
T
