Multiple Choice

1. Which of the following is a basic component of physical fitness?

A. muscular strength

B. muscular endurance

C. cardiorespiratory endurance

D. all of the above

2. All of the following are benefits associated with physical fitness except

A. increased insulin resistance.

B. reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.

C. increased bone density.

D. improved sleep patterns.

3. V02 max is defined as

A. the amount of blood pumped by the heart with each beat.

B. improved ability to create force for a brief period of time.

C. maximum oxygen consumption by a person per kilogram of weight per minute.

D. none of the above

4. The general guideline for rest periods between workouts is approximately

A. 24 hours.

B. 48 hours.

C. 36 hours.

D. 72 hours.

5. FITT stands for

A. frequency, intensity, time, type.

B. frequency, intensity, test, type.

C. flexibility, intensity, time, type.

D. flexibility, intensity, test, type.

6. ATP is

A. produced continuously.

B. produced aerobically.

C. produced anaerobically.

D. all of the above

7. In order for individuals to maintain their body weight, it is recommended that they engage in at least how many minutes of physical activity?

A. 30 minutes most days of the week

B. 60 minutes most days of the week

C. 90 minutes most days of the week

D. not enough information

8. The rating of perceived exertion (RPE) scale ranges from 1 to

A. 5.

B. 10.

C. 15.

D. 20.

9. The gradual increase in exercise demands resulting from modifications to the FITT is referred to as the

A. regressive overload principle.

B. regression overload principle.

C. progression overload principle.

D. progressive overload principle.

10. In order for the body to perform the desired activity it will utilize which two nutrients predominantly?

A. fat and protein

B. carbohydrates and fat

C. protein and carbohydrates

D. protein and triglycerides

E. carbohydrates and amino acids