Deck 8: Vigorous Aerobics,Sports,and Recreational Activities

Question 1

Which of the following is true?

A)Participation in vigorous physical activity can substitute for moderate physical activity in meeting guidelines.
B)People who do vigorous physical activity above the minimum get additional benefits.
C)Moderate physical activity is not intense enough for health benefits in fit individuals.
D)both A and B

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which feature distinguishes low-impact dance aerobics from other forms?

A)eliminates music
B)eliminates kicking movements
C)one foot remains on the ground at all times
D)the heart rate stays below 100 at all times

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which is NOT true about patterns and trends in physical activity?

A)Walking is the most popular physical activity.
B)Individuals from Generation X are more likely to be active outside.
C)Participation in group exercise classes has declined.
D)Participation in vigorous activity has been increasing in college students.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The use of alternating sequences in "hi-lo aerobics" is beneficial because it

A)moderates the risks associated with both types.
B)reflects movements more typical of daily living.
C)both A and B
D)none of the above

Question 5

The concept of "paralysis by analysis" refers to

A)developing a long term injury.
B)muscular disorder confined to contact sports.
C)concentration on too many details at once.
D)having two left feet.

Question 6

Stationary cycling typically performed as a group is called

A)group fitness.
B)spinning.
C)interval cycling.
D)biking.

Question 7

Cross-country skiing is one of the most effective types of cardiovascular fitness exercises because it

A)is performed outside in the cold.
B)requires different types of techniques.
C)requires some degree of skill.
D)involves both arms and legs.

Question 8

An example of a vigorous recreational activity is

A)hiking.
B)bowling.
C)boating.
D)yard work.

Question 9

Which of the following activities are categorized at the base of the activity pyramid?

A)walking
B)yard work
C)golf
D)all of the above

Question 10

Why are various forms of water exercise useful for cardiovascular fitness programs?

A)The water cools the body.
B)Water activity is generally anaerobic.
C)Water provides an effective source of resistance for aerobic training.
D)Heart rate is higher during water exercise.

Question 11

Which point is emphasized in the recent physical activity guidelines?

A)moderate activity is not sufficiently intense for health benefits
B)vigorous activity is more dangerous than moderate activity
C)greater amounts of physical activity can provide additional benefits
D)health benefits cannot be attained by moderate activity

Question 12

What is NOT true about participation in vigorous aerobic activities?

A)it refers to activities in the 3-6 MET range
B)participation rates decline sharply with age
C)it captures rhythmical activities that use large muscle groups
D)it resides at Step 2 of the activity pyramid

Question 13

Vigorous aerobics are

A)at the same level of the pyramid as moderate activities.
B)performed more frequently than moderate activities.
C)less vigorous than moderate activities.
D)provide a greater stimulus to improve fitness than moderate activities.

Question 14

Which activity produces a lower heart rate response for the same intensity of exercise?

A)jogging
B)swimming
C)boxing
D)cycling

Question 15

Which of the following is used to distinguish vigorous activity?

A)heart rate above 140 beats per minute
B)MET value above 6 METS
C)breathing rate above 30 per minute
D)RPE of at least 12

Question 16

"Vigorous sports and recreation" refers to sport and recreational activities that

A)are performed outdoors.
B)are of similar intensity as vigorous aerobics.
C)require equipment to increase heart rate.
D)can build muscle fitness and flexibility.

Question 17

Activity that is slow and sustained for relatively long periods without resting is known as _________ activity.

A)aerobic interval
B)intermittent aerobic
C)continuous aerobic
D)passive aerobic

Question 18

___________ activity is defined as rhythmical,using large muscles,and performed in a continuous manner.

A)Flexibility
B)Resistance
C)Anaerobic
D)Aerobic

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT an example of aerobic activities included in step 2 of the pyramid?

A)jogging
B)aerobic dance
C)cycling
D)tennis

Question 20

Which of the following would NOT be considered a "low impact" activity?

A)swimming
B)basketball
C)rowing
D)biking

Question 21

A person participates in a 6 MET activity for 30 minutes and a 3 MET activity for 40 minutes.How many total MET-minutes were performed?

A)9 MET minutes
B)70 MET minutes
C)240 MET minutes
D)300 MET minutes

Question 22

Which of the following best characterizes "combo" exercise classes?

A)low and high intensity
B)cross training
C)flexibility and strength training
D)multi-generational and multi-gender

Question 23

What is an advantage of "cross training"?

A)reduced fatigue from workouts
B)better strength gains
C)provides a more comprehensive workout
D)reduced risk of injury

Question 24

Which is characteristic of "spinning" classes on a bike?

A)changing speeds and intensities
B)high intensity
C)easy cadence for beginning cyclists
D)incorporation of resistance activity

Question 25

Which of the following best characterizes the activity of "Zumba"?

A)spinning
B)martial arts
C)rhythmic dance
D)dance aerobics

Question 26

Which is true based on the SGMA survey results?

A)most popular activities are sports
B)participation in aerobics (both high and low impact)is declining
C)walking is no longer the most popular aerobic activity
D)participation in group exercise programming has been increasing