twentyone-forty Flashcards
What HR changes are observed as a result of chronic aerobic training?
both sub maximal HR for standard exercise task, and resting HR decrease
Which peripheral adaptation is in part responsible for improvements in oxygen consumption that result from regular cardiovascular exercise?
increased capillary density
Which body fat distribution pattern is most commonly associated w/an increased risk of metabolic disease?
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The ________ is the muscle responsible for inspiration during quiet breathing.
diaphragm
One difference between over-reaching and over-training is that…
overtraining involves a syndrome of prolonged fatigue in athletes whereas over-reaching may be planned, short-term training phase of high-intensity exercise followed by short-term recovery
52 yrs old sedentary female. BP 150/70mmHg and total serum cholesterol of 240 mg/dL desires to begin a vigorous intensity exercise program. How should the personal trainer advise the client?
begin a low intensity exercise program until medical clearance is obtained
Proper spotting technique for the forward step lunge when using a barbell involves positioning yourself…
behind the client placing your hands on their waist if balance starts to become compromised
Over-training symptoms include…
decreased neuromuscular strength
What is bradycardia?
HR less than 60 beats per min.
Muscular balance in a resistance training session may be achieved by alternating, what?
leg extensions and leg curls
What is tachycardia?
HR greater than 100 beats per min.
Which muscles are used to flex the knee joint?
hamstrings, garcilis, sartouris
ACSM recommendation for an effective strength training program for a menopausal client?
10-15 reps per set of moderate to vigorous intensity for 8-10 major muscle groups
Which statement is NOT an ACSM guideline for aerobic exercise and the older adult?
exercise must be vigorous and continuous to be beneficial
What is the order of normal electrical conduction of the heart?
SA node AV node Bundle of His bundle branches Purkinje fibers
Which is most associated w/proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation?
stretching techniques
Your client reports that she drank a 20 oz. cup of coffee 20 mins. prior to her exercise session. How might this affect her HR and blood pressure responses?
increase blood pressure and increase HR
During your initial assessment of your client, you notice her resting HR is 45 beats per min., while asymptomatic and not taking any medication. Based on this info what best describes the HR?
bradycardia
Which structure is responsible for maintaining ratio-ventricular vale closure in the heart?
papillary muscle
42 yrs old male, stock broker. His health history revealed total cholesterol 185 mg/dL, HDL 32mg/dL, LDL 110mg/dL, resting BP 138/80Hg, waist circumference 98cm. Based on client’s risk, what is appropriate for the client to do?
begin a vigorous exercise program immediately
