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Larry isn't seeing as much improvement as he did initially because


A) he has reached his optimal level of fitness.
B) his body isn't as responsive to the level of exercise as it was initially.
C) his body is conserving energy.
D) his diet isn't compatible with his fitness program.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

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Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding fluid balance during and after exercise?


A) Drinking water before and during exercise is important.
B) Thirst is a good indicator of how much you need to drink.
C) Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration.
D) After a workout, you should restore body fluids before exercising again.

E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

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Which of the following is considered a "moderate" activity?


A) cooking
B) social dancing
C) running
D) weeding

E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

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A sedentary lifestyle is classified as a major risk factor for CVD.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following is NOT true of erythropoietin (EPO) ?


A) Is a naturally occurring hormone.
B) Boosts concentration of red blood cells.
C) Can cause blood clots and death.
D) Used by athletes wanting to build muscular strength.

E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

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Stretching exercises should be held for


A) 5 to 10 seconds.
B) 15 to 30 seconds.
C) 30 to 60 seconds.
D) 1 to 2 minutes.

E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Advantages of free weights include all the following, EXCEPT:


A) allow user to develop control of weights.
B) are better for building power.
C) are truer to real-life situations; strength transfers to daily activities.
D) does not require a spotter.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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Serena has been weight training for several months. Which one of the following results would she be MOST likely to notice?


A) a significant increase in muscle size
B) an increase in strength
C) an increase in overall fat levels
D) an increase in testosterone levels

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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Many people have an easier time starting an exercise program than sticking with an exercise program over the long term. Describe five strategies that can help people stick with a fitness program. You can suggest ideas to combat bad weather, changes in schedules and lifestyle, and boredom.

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In a program to build flexibility, each stretch should be held for two minutes.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following is NOT a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease?


A) sedentary lifestyle
B) smoking
C) high blood pressure
D) metabolic syndrome

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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Agility is:


A) ability to perform motor tasks accurately and smoothly by using body movements and the senses
B) ability to change the body's position quickly and accurately
C) ability to maintain equilibrium while either moving or stationary
D) ability to respond quickly to a stimulus

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency.

A) True
B) False

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To develop a fitness component, you must perform exercises that are designed particularly for that component. This is referred to as


A) overload.
B) specificity.
C) mode.
D) structure.

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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All of the following are important for strong bones, EXCEPT:


A) exercise.
B) vitamin D and calcium.
C) normal hormone function.
D) Vitamin B.

E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

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High levels of which of the following are associated with reduced risk of CVD?


A) low-density lipoproteins (LDL)
B) very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL)
C) high-density lipoproteins (HDL)
D) triglycerides

E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

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Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to perform short-duration, high-intensity exercise.

A) True
B) False

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The ability of the body to perform prolonged, large-muscle, dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high levels of intensity is


A) anaerobic capacity.
B) adaptive capacity.
C) cardiorespiratory endurance.
D) cardiorespiratory capacity.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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Which of the following is considered a "vigorous" activity?


A) cooking
B) running
C) washing car
D) frisbee

E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

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Long-term effects of exercise include all the following, EXCEPT:


A) increased sweat rate.
B) reduced risk of colon cancer.
C) improved self-image.
D) increased blood flow to skin.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

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