Deck 13: Physiological Arousal Interventions

Question 1

Intensity refers to:

A)How hard you exercise
B)How often you exercise
C)How long you exercise
D)None of the above

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

A)lower resting heart rate
B)increased endurance
C)decreased blood pressure
D)decreased high-density lipoproteins

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a vigorous activity?

A)Ballroom dancing
B)Horseback riding
C)Cross-country skiing
D)None of the above

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a sedentary activity?

A)Sleeping
B)Walking
C)Light housework
D)None of the above

Question 5

Some of the by-products of stress that are used effectively during exercise are

A)muscle tension.
B)serum cholesterol.
C)increased heart rate.
D)increased respiratory rate.
E) all of the above.

Question 6

Which of the following is a psychological benefit of exercise?

A)More calories are burned, reducing excess body fat.
B)Food is absorbed with more speed and efficiency.
C)Self-esteem increases.
D)None of the above.

Question 7

The following may be a signs of overtraining:

A)inability to relax.
B)unusual loss of weight.
C)constipation or diarrhea.
D)unusual soreness in muscles and joints.
E) all of the above.

Question 8

The ability to do continuous muscular work,i.e.,the amount of work that can be done over time,is called

A)muscular flexibility.
B)muscular strength.
C)muscular fiber.
D)muscular endurance.

Question 9

Anaerobic exercise

A)is of short duration.
B)is done "all out."
C)requires more oxygen than can be inhaled.
D)includes all of the above.

Question 10

Active stretching requires you to

A)bounce while you stretch.
B)contract the muscle you are stretching.
C)hold a position in a relaxed fashion.
D)run before you stretch.

Question 11

Your target heart rate range is sometimes referred to as

A)your ideal heart rate.
B)your exercise benefit zone.
C)your maximum heart rate.
D)your maximum benefit zone.

Question 12

For a training effect to occur,you should exercise

A)20 or 30 minutes three or four days each week.
B)20 or 30 minutes five to six days each week.
C)10-15 minutes daily.
D)45 minutes three times a week.

Question 13

An example of an aerobic exercise is

A)bicycling.
B)sprinting.
C)short swimming races.
D)all of the above.

Question 14

Which of the following is not a type of aerobics?

A)water aerobics
B)chair aerobics
C)jump aerobics
D)double-step aerobics

Question 15

Static stretching requires you to

A)bounce while you stretch.
B)contract the muscle you are stretching.
C)hold a position in a relaxed fashion.
D)run before you stretch.

Question 16

Frequency refers to:

A)How hard you exercise
B)How often you exercise
C)How long you exercise
D)None of the above

Question 17

Brain neurotransmitters that are released during exercise and that reduce feelings of pain are called

A)triglycerides.
B)serotonins.
C)endorphins.
D)dendrites.

Question 18

The formula RICE for minor injuries stands for:

A)Rest, ice, compression, elevate
B)Rest, ice, compression, end activities
C)Rest, incline, compression, end activities
D)Rest, incline, cool, elevate

Question 19

What type of exercise is most effective at reducing stress and its effects?

A)Aerobic exercise
B)Anaerobic exercise
C)Both A and B
D)None of the above

Question 20

Physical fitness consists of muscular strength,flexibility,body composition,agility,muscular endurance,and

A)proper breathing.
B)durability.
C)cardio-respiratory endurance.
D)tolerance.

Question 21

Never stretch a muscle that has not been warmed up,since the muscle may tear or strain.

Question 22

Race-walking at the same speed as a jogger burns more calories per hour.

Question 23

Wearing a rubberized sweat suit while exercising is a good way to lose weight.

Question 24

Walking may be a sufficient exercise for the elderly,overweight,or deconditioned.

Question 25

Duration refers to:

A)How hard you exercise
B)How often you exercise
C)How long you exercise
D)None of the above

Question 26

In 2008,what percent of older adults engaged in the recommended amount of exercise?

A)18%
B)22%
C)34%
D)58%

Question 27

Anaerobic exercise is typically of relatively long duration,uses large muscle groups,and does not require more oxygen than can be inhaled.

Question 28

There are three basic types of exercise.

Question 29

Physical fitness is the ability to do one's work and have energy remaining for recreational activities.

Question 30

How much water does the American College of Sports Medicine recommend drinking two hours before exercise?

A)6 to 12 ounces
B)14 to 22 ounces
C)16 to 24 ounces
D)24 to 32 ounces

Question 31

How much water does the American College of Sports Medicine recommend drinking during exercise?

A)6 to 12 ounces
B)14 to 22 ounces
C)16 to 24 ounces
D)24 to 32 ounces

Question 32

High-intensity exercise has been shown to result in large amounts of cerebral blood flow.

Question 33

Exercise trains; too much exercise strains.

Question 34

Cardiorespiratory endurance decreases after 24 hours.

Question 35

It is helpful to keep a record of where you are in relation to your exercise goals.

Question 36

Dynamic stretching…

A)Consists of functional based exercises which use specific movements to prepare the body for movement
B)Involves stretching the legs and arms in a controlled, gentle manner
C)Reaches the limits of the range of motion
D)Includes all of the above

Question 37

Counting your heart rate for ten seconds and then multiplying it by six is an accurate way to measure heart rate when exercising.

Question 38

Stretching is an excellent stress reduction technique and is used during some types of yoga.

Question 39

Body composition is the proportion of lean body mass (bones and muscles)to the percentage of body fat.

Question 40

When you are just starting an exercise program it is not a good idea to exercise with a friend.

Question 41

Jumping rope is fun,but it doesn't have significant fitness benefits.

Question 42

Joggers should breathe with their mouths closed.

Question 43

You can easily calculate your target heart rate,based upon your age and your resting heart rate.

Question 44

In low-impact aerobics,one foot is kept on the floor at all times.

Question 45

Research has shown that beginning exercise without a warm-up is perfectly acceptable and safe.

Question 46

One of the best fitness activities is dance.