Exam Flashcards
[S] What is/does PVT MT HILL stand for?
PVT MT HILL stands for the 9 essential amino acids
Phenylalanine, Valine, Threonine, Methionine, Tryptophan, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine
[S] What percentage of our diets should be protein?
10-30%
[S] Most concentrated form of energy?
Fat
[S] What are the two key essential fatty acids?
Linoleic and Linolenic acids
[S] What percent of our diets should be fats?
20-35%
[S] What percent of our diets should be carbs?
45%-60%
[S] What is the most lbs of muscle one can gain in a week?
1 lbs of muscle
[S] What is the most lbs of fat on can loose in a week?
2 lbs of fat
[S] When it comes to stretching, which has the greatest ROM and which has the least?
Passive has the greatest (Ex. Door) and Resistive is the least.
[S] As a trainer, what should you focus on in the first 6 month with your client?
Concentrate on developing basic strength and endurance, along with flexibility, efficient connective and supportive systems, stabilization, proper movement pattern and cardio fitness. If the client has no particular goal.
[S] What is the recommend rest time for a load of 90%>MAX?
3-5 mins. Think Mike o’Hearn
[S] If TUT was 1-20 seconds, what is the strength?
Speed/Maximal Strength
[S] What percentage of the adult population will experience low back pain?
80%
What is the starting position for the back extension machine?
Seated in ideal alignment w/arms crossed, line up hip joint w/axis of the machine.
[S] How many calories are in:
One gram of fat: One gram of carbohydrates: One gram of protein: One gram of vitamins:
9,4,4,0
[S] What is the acronym RDA stand for?
Recommended Dietary Allowance
[S] Give examples of a disaccharide.
Maltose, lactose or sucrose
[S] What are the prime movers in a squat?
Quads at knee and Gluteus max at hip.
[S] A “carrying angle” is when the
a- humerus and forearm do not form a straight line
[S] What muscles must be stretched when a client has a protracted shoulder girdle?
Pectoralis major
[S] Define the term intensity.
A measure of one’s applied strength relative to their current level of maximum strength.
[S] When do type 2A muscle fibers fatige
Begin at 6 seconds, fully at 30-120 seconds.
[S] What is absolute strength?
The maximum amount of force an individual can produce.
[S] When working with loads under 60% of maximum how long should rest periods be?
Approx. 45 seconds to 2 minutes
[S] Normal resting heart rates are:
60-80bpm
[S] Force times distance divided by time equals? (FxD/T=)
Power
[S] What are the standard sites for women from the 3 site skinfold formula?
Triceps bracchi, sprailiac, & thigh
[S] A BMI measurement of 32 may be considered:
Class 1 Obesity
[S] List two reasons why you should call 911.
Victim is unconscious. Bleeding severely.
[S] How do you treat heat cramps?
Rest, gentle stretch, ice, re-hydrate
[S] What are the concerns to be aware of when using free weights?
Awkwardness, potential danger to body from lack of control, skill needed, momentum
[S] How many deaths in the US per year are attributed to lack of physical fitness?
250,000
[S] A claims made policy is an example of what kind of insurance
Liability
[S] A squat, bench press, barbell curl and a leg press are examples of:
A closed kinetic chain exercise.
[S] Name the 4 chambers of the heart.
Left/Right Ventricle, Left/Right Atrium
[S] Define the term volume.
Total amount of work performed in a training session
[S] How long does Glycolysis last
10 seconds to 3 minutes
[S] The fascia that surrounds bundles of muscle fibers is called?
Fasiculi
[S] Define the origin of a muscle
The attachment nearest the midline of the body and/or the end attached to the least movable bone.
[S] What is the treatment for heatstroke?
Call 911 & try to cool the person down
[S] How often should you call back your intros
At least once
[S] What is the definition of OBLA?
c- Onset of Blood Lactate Accumulation
[S] What causes post exercise soreness (DOMS-Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)?
b- Micro trauma to the connective tissue and muscle fibers
[S] What is the Valsalva Maneuver?
c- Exhaling forcibly with the glottis closed.
[S] What body type is characterized by a muscular build?
Mesomorph
[S] What provides the majority of energy needed by muscles in the first two minutes of an activity?
b- Carbohydrate
[S] What is the ACSM recommended intake of carbohydrates, proteins and fats for health?
58% carb, 30% or > 30% fat, & 12% protein
[S] What is the Institute of Medicine’s recommended intake of carbohydrates, proteins and fats?
45-65% carbs, 20-35% fats, 10-35% protein
[S] Which vitamin helps maintain collagen?
Vitamin C
[S] What is collagen?
The most abundant protein in the body.
[S] Define the term Golgi Tendon Organ
A sensory organ situated at the musculotendinous junction
[S] List some of the benefits of Vitamin C
b- produces and maintains collagen
other-
Can reduce histamines
Is an atioxidant
[S] What is a dynamic stretch?
The body’s own movement causes the stretch
[S] What is ballistic stretching?
Uncontrolled bouncing, jerking, bobbing or pulsing to achieve greater ROM
[S] What are the dangers of hyper flexibility?
Joint instability
[S] Flexibility around a joint is affected by:
Bone structure, ligaments, elasticity of skin, muscles, tendons, & fascia.
[S] The recommended intake for dietary fiber is:
25-30 grams
[S] Tendons are resistant to what kind of force?
Tensile forces
[S] Define the term elastic.
The ability to return back to their original shape
[S] What percent of body fat for men and women is considered obese?
25% for men, 32% for women