Question 1

Approximately how long is the initial conditioning phase of a cardiovascular training program?

Options :

A : Four weeks

B : Eight weeks

C : Twelve weeks

D : Sixteen weeks

Answer: A

Question 2

What are the acute affects of alcohol intake on exercise?

Options :

A : Increases blood pressure and impairs exercise capacity

B : Decreases metabolic rate and increases blood pressure

C : Promotes dehydration and increases risk of heart arrhythmias

D : Increases risk of heart arrhythmias and increases exercise capacity

Answer: C

Question 3

Case study: A new client who has been resistance training for 6 months, comes to you with a goal of increasing muscular size. Following health appraisal and fitness testing including a modified 1 RM test, you design a program to meet the client's goal. Which of the following regimens best defines an appropriate plan to achieve this client's goal?

Options :

A : 4-6 sets of 6-12 repetitions at 85% 1 RM

B : 1-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions at 75% 1 RM

C : 4-6 sets of 10-15 repetitions at 60% 1 RM

D : 1-3 sets of 6-12 repetitions at 60% 1 RM

Answer: A

Question 4

What changes occur during exercise following cigarette smoking?

Options :

A : Respiration rate is suppressed.

B : Blood pressure response is suppresed.

C : Heart rate response is exaggerated.

D : Sympathetic activity is inhibited.

Answer: C

Question 5

Which concept best describes the effects of prolonged bed-rest?

Options :

A : Overload

B : Specificity

C : Detraining

D : Overreaching

Answer: C