A training variable that should be considered when designing an exercise program is:
a. technique
b. choreography
c. alignment
d.
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Which activity utilizes the aerobic energy system?
a. Plyometric jump
b. Indoor cycling
c. Golf swing
d. Volleyball
The Karvonen formula incorporates the ______ in determining the training heart rate range (THRR).
a. Pulse
b. Resting heart rate
c. Stroke volume
d. Participant's activity
A warm-up is the ______ period for a specific workout.
a. Relaxation
b. Strengthening
c. Flexibility
d. Preparation
To promote and maintain health, an individual should perform ____ minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity ___ days per week.
1. 10; 7
2. 15; 2
3. 30; 5
4. 40; 1
One way to determine an individual's estimated maximal heart rate is by:
a. subtracting his/her age from 220
b. Taking the talk test
c. measuring recovery heart rate
d. Using the perceived exertion scale
Two atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk factors improved by regular participation in physical activity are _____ and _______:
a. ankle swelling; oeteoporotic bone density
b. cigarette smoking; esophageal cancer
c. diabetes; rheumatoid arthritis
d. blood pressure; total serum cholesterol
The system that allows the blood to flow through the heart, lungs and body is called the ______ system
a. endocrine
b. immune
c. circulatory
d. Nervous
A basic function of the bone that makes up the skeletal system is to:
a. provide a site for the production of red blood cells
b. protect the body's neurological system
c. directly support the immune system
d. enhance full joint range of motion
The ____ method is known as variable intensity or spontaneous training.
a. circuit
b. intermittent
c. block
d. pyramid
The primary muscles performing work are called ____, and may be identified by a specific ______:
a. stabilizers; range of motion
b. agonists; joint action
c. assistors; fiber types
d. synergists; tensile strength
Movements of the hip include ____ and ____ joint actions.
a. inversion; eversion
b. elevation; depression
c. retraction; protraction
d. abduction; adduction [Show Less]