aerobic HW

Question 1

Any bodily movement or muscle contraction that substantially increases energy consumption over resting levels is the definition of:

endurance

exercise

physical activity

physical fitness

Answer 1

physical activity

Question 2

The combination of cardiorespiratory function, endurance, strength, flexibility, and body composition as the body performs physical work is the definition of:

endurance

exercise

physical activity

physical fitness

Answer 2

physical fitness

Question 3

Which of these demonstrates the specificity principle as applied to aerobic exercise?

developing a cycling program for a weightlifter prior to a competition

developing a fast-paced circuit training program for the local swim team

developing a treadmill program for a distance runner prior to a marathon

developing a weight training program specifically for a geriatric population

Answer 3

developing a treadmill program for a distance runner prior to a marathon

Question 3

Which of these is not an exercise variable that can be manipulated in an effort to improve aerobic conditioning?

Selected Answer:
heart rate maximum

Answers:
frequency

heart rate maximum

intensity

time

weight

Answer 3

heart rate maximum

Question 4

Which of these is true of the adaptation that occurs in response to aerobic exercise?

with training, total blood volume will be decreased

individuals with higher fitness levels can improve at lower levels of demand

significant cardiovascular change will only occur at increasing levels of demand

the same frequency, duration and intensity will continue to challenge the aerobic system

Answer 4

significant cardiovascular change will only occur at increasing levels of demand

Question 5

Based on currently published evidence, which of these may be the least important factor in aerobic exercise?

duration

frequency

intensity

mode

Answer 5

frequency

Question 6

Which of these is not a purpose of cardiovascular stress testing?

to determine appropriate exercise target levels

to establish the probability of coronary disease

to identifying the degree of coronary artery blockage

to improve patient motivation and program adherence

Answer 6

to identifying the degree of coronary artery blockage

Question 7

When stress testing a 45-year-old male who has no symptoms of coronary heart disease, which of these would be an acceptable reason for stopping a stress test?

increased rate and depth of respiration

patient requests to stop during the test

rapid diastolic increase to 100 mm Hg

reports of moderate fatigue while testing

Answer 7

patient requests to stop during the test

Question 8

What percentage of maximum oxygen consumption is an acceptable starting exercise intensity for deconditioned individuals?

20%

40%

60%

80%

Answer 8

40%