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6/17 - 50 cards E Flashcards

1
Q

which of the following muscles assists the deltoids in pressing a barbell over the head?
1) triceps 2) teres major 3) infraspinatus

A

triceps

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2
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after completing a one-arm dumbbell snatch, what is the first movement that should be performed in order to bring the dumbbell back down from an overhead position?

A

lower the dumbbell to the shoulder

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3
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which of the following joints can perform movements in all three planes of motion?

A

hip

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4
Q

performing repeated bouts of high intensity sprinting would be limited by a decrease in which the following energy substrates?

A

muscle glycogen

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5
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what is recommended time to hold a static stretch?

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15-30 seconds

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6
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what are the primary reasons protein and CHO are recommended for athletes post training?

A

to prevent breakdown of muscle protein, replenish glycogen, and promote tissue repair

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7
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what is defined as the difference between an athletes testing score and the beginning and at the end of training period?

A

difference score

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8
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Simon, a football player who weighs 250 is following a plan for weight loss, how much protein should he be consuming daily during this plan?
1) 110-220 2) 204-306 3) 305-402

A

204-306

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9
Q

an athlete requires a high-quality protein source. Which of the following foods is most recommended for this purpose?
1) tuna 2) black beans 3) almonds

A

tuna

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10
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during which of the injury rehab process does an athlete progress to challenging the injured area by intensities and speeds that resemble those in their sport?

A

maturation-remodel phase

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11
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what macronutrient has large stores in the body, and provides a vast fuel source for exercise?

A

fat

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12
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which of the following macros can provide energy for the body at the highest rate

A

carbohydrates

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13
Q

as a result of an aerobic training program, an athlete will notice various changes in physiological variables. Which of the following would likely not decrease?

A

stored ATP levels

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14
Q

alternating between performing sets of a dumbbell chest fly and a seated row is an example of what type of set?

A

superset ; OPPOSING MUSCLE GROUPS

-compound ; SAME muscle groups

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15
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which of the following is considered a high quality protein? 1) rice 2) kale 3) yogurt

A

yogurt

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16
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where should the spotter place their hands during a flat dumbbell fly

A

near lifters forearms

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17
Q

phases of a power clean occur in what order?

A

first pull, transition, second pull, catch, downward movement

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18
Q

what does the T-wave represent in an ECG?

A

ventricular repolarization

  • P-wave : depolarization of atria
  • QRS-wave : depolarizaion of ventricles
  • atria repolarization isn’t seen on ECG
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19
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which of the following is an example of a polypeptide hormone?

A

insulin ; growth hormone and insulin are polypeptides

  • steroid hormone: testosterone and cortisol
  • Amine hormones: epinephrine and serotonin
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20
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Alison is helping kate stretch by first moving and holding her leg in a stretched position for 10 seconds, then alison tells kate to hold her leg in position while alison pushes harder. What type of stretching are alison and kate performing?

A

PNF stretching

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21
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once a sufficient amount of acetylcholine is released from the nerve terminal, what principle can begin to occur?

A

all or non principal

22
Q

In which body position is a person at the starting position of an abdominal crunch? 1) prone 2) fetal 3) supine

A

supine

23
Q

which process should occur before an individual signs a release form or waiver?

A

Informed Consent

24
Q

how high should the foot of the swing leg be when performing the fast feet speed drill?

A

no higher than mid-shin

25
Q

how does arginine affect circulation?

A

stimulates vasodilation

26
Q

which major muscles are involved in the exercise in which a cable handle is pulled horizontally toward the chest?

A

lat dorsi, teres major, middle traps, rhomboids, and posterior delts

27
Q

where is the trap located in relation to the lat dorsi?

A

superior

28
Q

during the push press, how far should the athlete dip in the preparation phase?

A

quarter squat

29
Q

which of the following is NOT on the list of NCAA banned drug classes?

A

creatine

30
Q

which pre-workout routine is performed first and consists of 5-10 minutes of slow or low-intensity activities?

A

general warm ups

31
Q

if an athlete is looking at his palms at the beginning of a exercise, he is using what type of grip

A

supinated

32
Q

the hold-relax with agonist contraction is the most effective proprioceptive facilitation stretching technique because it allows facilitation of what functions?

A

reciprocal and autogenic inhibition

33
Q

aside from a strength and conditioning certification, what other education or certification is necessary for a strength and conditioning professional to acquire and maintain for athlete safety?

A

CPR, first aid and AED

34
Q

performing high load muscular strength training typically involves what type of movement velocities?

A

slower movement velocities

35
Q

an athlete is following a program that includes performing resistance training sets with 15 or more reps, which of the following likely represents their training?

A

muscular endurance

36
Q

if you were designing a pre season program for a 19 year old volleyball player who needed to up her vertical jump, which exercises would you include in her program?

A

power cleans and back squats

37
Q

which of the following are common PNF stretches that can be performed with a partner?

A

quads and hip flexors

38
Q

during the butterfly stretch, what part of the body should be used to push down in order to increase hip abduction?

A

the elbows

39
Q

primary joint of a cable triceps extension is what type of synovial joint?

A

hinge

40
Q

after a two week vacation, your athlete lost muscular endurance that was achieved through months of training, what is this called?

A

detraining

41
Q

which of the following are phases that can be included in the prep period? 1) first, second, third transition
2) hypertrophy/strength endurance and basic strength phases 3) off season, preseason, in-season, and postseason

A

hypertrophy/strength endurance and basic strength

42
Q

an athlete who is interested in losing weight while preserving muscle mass should reduce daily caloric intake by what amount?

A

500kcal ; increase protein to 1.8-2.7g/kg of body weight per day to lose weight while preserving muscle mass

43
Q

what muscle is stretched in the straddle but NOT in the semi-straddle

A

hip adductors

44
Q

how should the order of exercises go?

  • tricep extension
  • power clean
  • squat
A

power clean, squat, tricep extension

45
Q

what type of flexibility refers to the available range of motion during voluntary active movements

A

dynamic flexibility

46
Q

it may be appropriate to use what during exercise that place stress on the lower back or during sets using near max or maximal loads? (accessory)

A

a weight belt

47
Q

which of the following athletic abilities should a D1 football athlete work on if they have 500 pound 1RM squat, 350 pound 1RM bench, a 30” vertical and pro-agility time of 6 seconds?

A

agility

48
Q

which of the following is considered a low intensity plyo exercise? 1) double leg tuck jump 2) two foot ankle hop 3) single leg ankle hop

A

two foot ankle hop

49
Q

a marathon runner is entering the last half of the race, at this point which energy system pathway has the GREATEST capacity to provide ATP?

A

oxidation of fats

50
Q

which of the essential amino acids has been found to be most important for stimulating protein synthesis?

A

leucine

-BCAA’s; leucine, isoleucine, valine are found but leucine has greatest effect of enhance protein synthesis

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