Deck 4: Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Question 1

What condition affects bronchial passages and includes airway inflammation and bronchoconstriction,causing greater difficulty in breathing?

A)emphysema
B)arthritis
C)asthma
D)cardiovascular disease

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following lists the substances converted by the body to ATP,in order from the most to least readily used?

A)proteins,fats,carbohydrates
B)fats,carbohydrates,proteins
C)carbohydrates,fats,proteins
D)fats,proteins,carbohydrates

Answer 2

C

Question 3

In general,men typically have a higher absolute level of cardiorespiratory functioning than women have.Which of the following does NOT account for this difference?

A)Men typically have larger hearts.
B)Men have more skeletal muscle mass.
C)Men have greater blood capacity.
D)Men have smaller lungs.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a system that produces ATP within the body?

A)ATP-CP energy system
B)extracellular energy system
C)aerobic energy system
D)glycolytic energy system

Question 5

Which of the following energy systems is primarily responsible for short,highly intense bouts of activity (such as lifting or sprinting)?

A)aerobic energy system
B)glycolytic energy system
C)ATP-CP energy system
D)extracellular energy system

Question 6

John is feeling hungry and is about to go out for a run.Which of the following would be his best food choice?

A)steak
B)cheese stick
C)chicken
D)banana

Question 7

Which of the following energy systems is dependent largely on the number of mitochondria in muscle cells and the availability of oxygen?

A)ATP-CP energy system
B)anaerobic energy system
C)aerobic energy system
D)extracellular energy system

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a recommended precaution for exercising with asthma?

A)avoiding extended warm-up and cool-down
B)avoiding exercising outdoors if pollen counts are high
C)exercising indoors if the weather is cold
D)restricting your exercise when you have a cold

Question 9

Which of the following activities would be best for someone with asthma?

A)jogging
B)in-line skating
C)swimming
D)bicycling outdoors

Question 10

What energy system can produce a lot of lactic acid and is relatively inefficient at generating ATP?

A)ATP-CP
B)extracellular
C)glycolytic
D)aerobic

Question 11

The ________ system circulates blood to the lungs and the rest of the body and consists of arteries,veins,and capillaries.

A)muscular
B)skeletal
C)respiratory
D)vascular

Question 12

Cardiorespiratory fitness is also called

A)aerobic endurance.
B)heart rate.
C)circulatory health.
D)muscle endurance.

Question 13

The primary source of energy that our muscles use as fuel is called

A)oxygen.
B)adenosine triphosphate.
C)lactic acid.
D)protein.

Question 14

The capillaries are responsible for

A)delivering oxygen-deficient blood to the lungs.
B)repairing muscle tissue.
C)allowing the transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
D)transmitting nerve signals to the brain.

Question 15

With the general decrease in day-to-day ________,there is increased need for regular,structured exercise.

A)caloric intake
B)blood pressure
C)physical activity
D)body composition

Question 16

Within the vascular system,________ are responsible for carrying blood away from the heart.

A)veins
B)arteries
C)alveoli
D)mitochondria

Question 17

Part of the reason for accelerated breathing rates during aerobic exercise is the

A)reduced amount of blood circulating throughout the body during exercise.
B)buildup of lactic acid in working muscles.
C)increase of oxygen in the blood.
D)increase of carbon dioxide in the blooD.

Question 18

In the absence of oxygen,________ can sustain exercise for 90-120 seconds.

A)hydrolysis
B)glycolysis
C)osmosis
D)diffusion

Question 19

Which of the following is/are NOT responsible for cardiorespiratory fitness?

A)heart
B)lungs
C)blood vessels
D)stomach

Question 20

High levels of cardiorespiratory fitness aid in

A)participating in sport and outdoor recreation.
B)eating breakfast.
C)listening to musiC.
D)watching television.

Question 21

The "talk test" during aerobic exercise

A)allows you to rate your soreness during exercise.
B)enables you to call the doctor if you feel ill during exercise.
C)allows you to gauge your moderate-intensity exercise by whether you can still converse with a partner during exercise.
D)enables you to stay focused on the exercise.

Question 22

The absolute maximum amount of oxygen you can consume during peak exercise is referred to as

A)VO_2max.
B)A-V O₂ difference.
C)peak hemoglobin.
D)HDL/LDL ratio.

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a true statement regarding frequency recommendations for cardiorespiratory exercise?

A)Resting 1-2 days per week is encouraged to prevent burnout.
B)Low-impact activities can be done daily with no concern.
C)Higher-intensity activities should have some days off planned with them.
D)Current recommendations promote high-intensity exercise daily.

Question 24

Which of the following sports would be considered the most aerobic?

A)baseball
B)bowling
C)tennis singles
D)softball

Question 25

As a person becomes more aerobically fit,the heart's ability to pump out more blood per beat increases in efficiency.This is referred to as

A)heart rate.
B)stroke volume.
C)respiratory exchange ratio.
D)atrial fibrillation.

Question 26

Interval training within the context of aerobic workouts involves

A)exercising for several days in a row then following with an interval of several days off.
B)adding faster or higher intensity sprints within a given workout.
C)adding longer cool-down intervals to exercise.
D)increasing the time you normally exercise.

Question 27

Which of the following American College of Sports Medicine recommendations is accurate for moderate-intensity exercise?

A)Moderate-intensity exercise should be performed for at least 30 minutes,5 or more days per week.
B)Moderate-intensity exercise should be performed for at least 20 minutes,3-5 days per week.
C)Vigorous-intensity exercise should be performed for at least 30 minutes,5 or more days per week.
D)Vigorous-intensity exercise should be performed for at least 60 minutes,2-3 days per week.

Question 28

What is the net energy loss needed to reduce body weight by one pound?

A)2,500 calories
B)3,000 calories
C)3,500 calories
D)4,000 calories

Question 29

In general,the best aerobic activity for you is

A)jogging or some other high-intensity activity.
B)walking.
C)a non-weight-bearing activity such as swimming or cycling.
D)one that meets your current fitness level and that you enjoy.

Question 30

The conditioning phase of a workout should be

A)60-90 minutes per day in bouts of 20 or more minutes in length.
B)150-200 minutes per day in bouts of 15 minutes or more in length.
C)90-120 minutes per day in bouts of 30 minutes or more in length.
D)20-60 minutes per day in bouts of 10 minutes or more in length.

Question 31

The rating of perceived exertion scale starts at 6 and ends at 20,because the numbers on the scale correlate loosely with

A)blood pressure.
B)cholesterol levels.
C)body weight.
D)heart rate.

Question 32

Which of the following is FALSE regarding exercise and pregnancy?

A)Pregnant women should use RPE to assess exercise intensity.
B)Women should avoid overly strenuous activity in the third trimester.
C)Women should reduce the duration and intensity of exercise as pregnancy progresses.
D)There are no forms of exercise a pregnant woman need avoiD.

Question 33

In terms of exercise intensity,the American College of Sports Medicine recommends an intensity of about ________ percent of HR_max to ensure increases in cardiorespiratory fitness.

A)75-90
B)57-94
C)40-60
D)60-75

Question 34

If a 20-year-old woman wanted to calculate her target heart-rate range using 70-90 percent of her maximum heart rate,which of the following would represent her range?

A)120-160 bpm
B)130-180 bpm
C)140-180 bpm
D)160-190 bpm

Question 35

The Rockport walk test,1.5-mile run/walk test,and 3-minute step test are all examples of

A)standardized tests of flexibility.
B)field tests of cardiorespiratory endurance.
C)laboratory tests of maximal aerobic capacity.
D)1-RM tests of maximal strength.

Question 36

In terms of measuring exercise intensity with metabolic equivalents,moderate-intensity activity requires

A)2-4 METs.
B)3-6 METs.
C)5-8 METs.
D)7 METs or more.

Question 37

The general relationship between the intensity and the duration of cardiovascular exercise is such that

A)as the duration increases,the intensity should also increase.
B)as the duration increases,the intensity should remain the same.
C)as the duration decreases,the intensity should also decrease.
D)as the duration increases,the intensity should decrease.

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT typically a result of becoming more physically active?

A)improved cholesterol levels
B)reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
C)improved blood pressure
D)increased risk of osteoporosis

Question 39

The healthiest rate of weight loss averages

A)1-2 pounds a week.
B)2-4 pounds a week.
C)3-5 pounds a week.
D)5-10 pounds a week.

Question 40

Those individuals who are regular exercisers should strive for an intensity level of ________ percent of their target heart-rate reserve.

A)30-45
B)40-55
C)65-80
D)84-94

Question 41

A common barrier keeping people from exercising is a lack of time.

Question 42

The major components of the cardiorespiratory system are the heart,the lungs,and the nervous system.

Question 43

The total amount of fat burned is greater during high-intensity exercise.

Question 44

Aerobic training has the effect of increasing your maximum heart rate.

Question 45

Catabolism is a metabolic process in which protein,fats,and carbohydrates are broken down into simple molecules.

Question 46

Anaerobic exercise means that you are holding your breath while exercising.

Question 47

Your maximum heart rate can be a limiting factor to aerobic endurance.

Question 48

A trained person can produce more ATP more quickly than an untrained person,because regular training increases the number of mitochondria in the cells.

Question 49

Only the carbohydrates and proteins that we eat are catabolized and used to manufacture ATP.

Question 50

One recommended exercise precaution for asthmatics is to shorten warm-up and cool-down.

Question 51

Your maximum heart rate can be a limiting factor to aerobic endurance.

Question 52

The process of glycolysis is best suited for physical activities that last less than 3 minutes.

Question 53

Cardiorespiratory fitness is heavily dependent on the availability of creatine to the working muscles.

Question 54

Compared to an untrained person,a trained person can produce more ATP more quickly.

Question 55

Lactic acid is a by-product of energy production that can cause muscle fatigue.

Question 56

Women typically achieve a higher absolute level of cardiorespiratory functioning than men.

Question 57

What you have eaten recently is important in determining how much energy you have from the ATP-CP system.

Question 58

"Hitting the wall" in long endurance events refers to when your protein runs out as a source of ATP.

Question 59

Well-conditioned athletes have a faster accumulation of lactic acid than do untrained exercisers.

Question 60

World-class endurance athletes usually have VO_2max values in the high 30s.

Question 61

One MET is equal to the amount of energy used by the body during light exercise.

Question 62

Research from the Aerobic Center Longitudinal Study indicates the greatest decrease in all-cause mortality occurs when individuals go from moderately-fit to very-fit status.

Question 63

Briefly explain the three main sources of energy available during exercise and when they are used.

Question 64

Most individuals,with training,are capable of improving their VO₂ by 30 percent or more.

Question 65

The most accurate method of assessing cardiorespiratory fitness is by a "maximal VO₂ test" using a metabolic cart.

Question 66

Your friend has a cold and wants to know if he can still work out.What is your response?

Question 67

One reason that exercise is thought to improve emotional wellness is that it increases the circulation of mood-enhancing chemicals that make you feel better.

Question 68

Higher-intensity exercise burns more total calories and more total fat per unit of time.

Question 69

Playing full-court basketball is an activity suitable for cross training in a fitness program.

Question 70

You have a friend who is pregnant and wishes to continue exercising throughout her pregnancy.What activity guidelines would you offer to her?

Question 71

In the heart-rate maximum method for determining exercise intensity,you need to know both your maximum heart rate and your resting heart rate.

Question 72

For moderate-intensity exercise,the ACSM frequency recommendation is a minimum of 3 days per week.

Question 73

Your uncle,who wants to begin a structured exercise program but has asthma,asks you what precautions he should take when exercising.Provide several exercise-related precautions,given his condition.

Question 74

Most exercise guidelines encourage resting 1-2 days a week to prevent injuries and burnout.

Question 75

A friend is arguing that lower-intensity exercise is better for burning fat.Because she wants to burn fat (and lose weight),she asks you if this is indeed the case.How would you answer?

Question 76

A one-pound change in body weight represents a change of 3,500 calories through diet,exercise,or both.

Question 77

In the 3-minute step test,the heart rate is measured for 1 minute.The lower the heart rate,the better one's cardiorespiratory functioning.

Question 78

Research indicates that people who exercise regularly suffer more acute illnesses and manage their stress less effectively.

Question 79

Stroke volume is the amount of blood that the heart can pump per minute.

Question 80

One adaptation that improves with cardiorespiratory fitness is that the lungs become more efficient at bringing in large volumes of oxygen-rich air.