CanFit Pro FIS Theory Exam (Questions with complete solutions)

How many strength training sessions per week should one complete? correct answers 2-4 What are some benefits of muscle conditioning? correct answers - Prevents Osteoporosis - Improves Strength for cardio respiratory training -Reduces the loss of muscle mass due to aging/lack of exercise -Compliments healthy weight -Makes everyday life easier -Improves core strength & posture What are the 3 types of muscle contractions? correct answers Isotonic=concentric=shortening eg. bicep curl - mvmnt occurs when muscle contracts w/ enough force to shorten Isotonic=eccentric-=lengthening-or relaxing- w/tension as a force is exerted, it lengthens eg. "breaking a car" Isometric=static contraction-force to counteract opposing force eg. plank What does FITT stand for? correct answers Frequency Intensity Time Type of exercise What is a distal attachment? correct answers Away from the body Muscle insertion What is a proximal attachment? correct answers Toward the body Muscle origin The process in which gases are exchanged in the lungs is called... correct answers Diffussion - the exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the lungs Improving flexibility involves stretching and lengthening exercises. This is called.. correct answers What is Muscular Conditioning? What are the primary components of fitness? correct answers C- cardio respiratory capacity M.C - muscle conditioning F - flexibility B - body composition What are 5 secondary components of fitness? correct answers S - speed P - power A - agility M - mental capacity/capability B - balance