Question 1

What is the first phase of an annual training cycle?

Options :

A : Transition

B : Off-season

C : Preparatory

D : Competition

Answer: C

Question 2

An intake of additional protein calories above an average individual's daily requirement will result in which of the following?

Options :

A : A conversion to fat and stored as triglyceride

B : Muscle hypertrophy

C : An increase in water retention

D : A conversion to carbohydrates and stored as glycogen

Answer: A

Question 3

What are three non-modifiable conditions that place someone at increased risk for the development of coronary artery disease?

Options :

A : Advanced age, gender, family history

B : Family history, obesity, diabetes mellitus

C : Gender, family history, dyslipidemia

D : Post-menopausal status, excessive alcohol consumption, advanced age

Answer: A

Question 4

Which muscle is an antagonist of the hamstrings?

Options :

A : Gastrocnemius

B : Iliopsoas

C : Gracilis

D : Sartorius

Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following is the term used for a training regimen that begins with rapid eccentric muscle action followed by concentric action of the same muscle?

Options :

A : Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation

B : Plyometrics

C : Dynamic Activity Preparation

D : Progression

Answer: B