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Bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles is called: ANSWERV ¥ Physical Activity Most people in the United States: a. Get adequate physical activity regularly. b. Meet health-related fitness standards. c. Regularly participate in skill-related activities. d. A,B, & C e. Do not get sufficient physical activity to maintain good health. ANSWERV V e Which of the following statements is correct? a. The US has one of the best medical care systems in the world. b. Americans die younger than people in many other developed nations. c. More than half of Americans die each year die because of the lifestyle they choose to live. d. All of the above. e. None of the above. ANSWERV V d To be ranked in the "active" category, an adult has to take between and steps per day ANSWERV ¥ 10,000 and 12,499 Research on the effects of fitness on mortality indicates that the largest drop in premature mortality is seen between: a. The average and excellent fitness group b. The drop is similar between all fitness groups. c. The good and high fitness groups. d. The moderately fit and good fitness groups. c. The Icast fit and moderately fit groups. ANSWERV V ¢ Which of the following is NOT a component of health-related fitness? a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. body composition c. muscular strength and endurance d. agility e. muscular flexibility ANSWERV V d Metabolic fitness can be achieved through: a. an increased basal metabolic rate b. a vigorous speed-training program c. an active lifestyle and moderate fitness training program. d. anaerobic training. ¢. an inerease in Jean body mass ANSWERV V c¢ Achieving health fitness standards: a. promotes the metabolic syndrome b. can be accomplished through a moderate fitness training program c. does not offset the rick for hypokinetic diseases d. can only be achieved through intense fitness training e. all of the above ANSWERVV b c. one of the six stages of change d. the end result of successful change ¢. a technique in the processes of change ANSWERV V a The desire and will to do something is referred to as: a. invincibility b. confidence c. competence d. external locus of control e. motivation ANSWERV V e People who believe they have control over events in their lives: a. tend to rationalize their negative actions b. exhibit problems of competence c. often feel helpless over illness and discase d. have an internal locus of control e. often engage in risky lifestyle behaviors ANSWERV V d A person who is unwilling to change a negative behavior because the reasons for change are not important enough is said to have problems of: a. competence b. conduct c. motivation d. confidence e. risk complacency ANSWERV V ¢ List the stages of change in the Transtheoretical Model ANSWERV ¥ Pre-contemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance, Adoption A precontemplator is a person who: a. has no desire to change a behavior b. is looking to make a change in the next 6 months c. is preparing for change in the next 30 days d. willingly adopts healthy behaviors ¢. is talking to a therapist to overcome a problem behavior ANSWERV V a An individual who is trying to stop smoking and has not smoked for 3 months is in the stage. ANSWERV V action The process of change in which an individual obtains information to make a better decision about a problem behavior is known as: a. behavior analysis b. self-reevaluation ¢, commitment d. positive outlook e. consciousness-raising ANSWERVV e How long is the maintenance stage? ANSWERV V 5 years The science of nutrition studies the relationship of: a. vitamins and minerals to health b. foods to optimal health and performance c. carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to the development and maintenance of good health d. macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients to physical performance e. kilocalories to calories in food items ANSWERV V b Faulty nutrition often plays a crucial role in the development and progression of which disease? a. cardiovascular discase b. cancer ¢. osteoporosis d. diabetes e. all of the above ANSWERVV e According to MyPlate, daily vegetable consumption is measured in: a. servings b, ounces c. cups d. calories e. all of the above ANSWERVV c The recommended amount of fiber intake for adults 50 years and younger is: a. 10 g per day for women and 12 g for men b. 21 g per day for women and 30 g for men c. 28 g per day for women and 35 g for men d. 25 g per day for women and 38 g for men e. 45 g per day for women and 50 g for men ANSWERV V d Unhealthy fats include: a. unsaturated fatty acids b. monounsaturated fats. c. polyunsaturated fatty acids d. saturated fats e. all of the above ANSWERVV d The daily recommended carbohydrate intake is: a. 45-65% of total calories b. 10-35% of total calories c. 20-35% of total calories d. 60-75% of total calories e. 35-50% of total calories ANSWERV V a The amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the nutrient requirement of half the healthy people in specific age and gender groups is known as the: a. estimated average requirement b. recommended dictary allowance c. daily value d. adequate intake b. because of who they are c. due to lack of medical care d. due to poor environment ANSWERV V a Federal guidelines include that adults should do muscle-strengthening activities that involve all muscle groups on day(s) or more each week. ANSWERV Vv 2 What relationship does sleep deprivation have with body weight? a. sleep deprivation causes body weight to be gained b. sleep deprivation causes body weight to be lost c. sleep deprivation causes body weight to greatly fluctuate d. sleep deprivation appears to have no effect on body weight ANSWERV V a Exercise is a type of physical activity that is: a. discontinuous and unplanned b. planned, structured and repetitive ¢. not a contributor to physical fitness d. random or unstructured ANSWERVV b Which of the following is a component of health-related fitness? a. agility b. coordination c. reaction time d. strength ANSWERVV d Examples of exercise include: a. walking to get some groceries from a nearby store b. walking 30 minutes before going to work every day c. taking the stairs instead of elevators and escalators d. cleaning the house and washing the car by hand once a month ANSWERV V b Skill-related fitness is aimed at: a. completing in sports b. promoting better health ¢. promoting total wellness d. reducing disease risks ANSWERVV a Which of the following elements of modern-day architecture reinforce healthy behaviors? a. automatic doors b. accessible clevators c. elegant escalators d. accessible stairways ANSWERV V d People with an internal locus of control: a. are at less risk for illness b. believe they control others c, have better exercise adherence d. say thing happen by change ANSWERV V c During the contemplation stage of the transtheoretical model, people usually: b. makes fats a healthier source of nutrients c. transforms fats into trans fatty acids d. causes fats to be exercted from the body faster ANSWERV V ¢ Which of the following is associated with lower risk for coronary heart disease? a. HDL b. LDL ec. VLDL d. cholesterol ANSWERV V a Which one is good? a. HDL b. LDL ANSWERV V a Minerals: a. help regulate body functions b. are found only in animal products c. are a good source of energy for the body d. make up about 70% of total body weight ANSWERV V a is used in reference to the fat and nonfat components of the human body. a. percent of body fat b. body composition c. lean body mas d. fat body weight ANSWERV V b Which of the following is a component of skill-related fitness? a. reaction time b. muscular flexibility c. muscular endurance d. muscular strength ANSWERVV a ‘The best way to determine whether people are truly overweight or falsely at recommended body weight is: a. to monitor body weight on a regular basis b, to use the simple height/weight charts c. through assessment of body composition d. to correlate the body weight with body height ANSWERV V ¢ John had maintained his healthy body weight by exercising regularly and eating right for over five years. He is considered to be in the stage of the transtheoretical model. ANSWERV ¥ adoption The minimal amount of body fat needed for normal physiological function is called: a. body fat b. essential fat c. human fat d. storage fat ANSWERVV b The Harvard Alumni Study showed that an INC in physical activity: a. INC the risk of many accident deaths b. being overweight and physical inactivity c. excessive alcohol consumption d. unintentional injuries ANSWERV J b Various studies indicate that most people, especially obese people: a. lost the desired weight without exercise b. overestimate their caloric intake c. underestimate their activity level d. underestimate their energy intake ANSWERVV b Weight management is accomplished by: a. following the South Beach diet consistently and correctly for at least one year b. following a moderate-intensity exercise program only for about six months ¢. joining a gym that has the best equipment and most qualificd instructors d. making a lifetime commitment to physical activity and proper food selection ANSWERVV d If a person is trying to lose weight, a combination of works best. a. the Zone Diet and aerobic exercises b. the Best Life and Abs Diet c. low-carbohydrate and high-protein diets d. aerobic and strength-training exercises ANSWERV V d eating involves the consumption of large quantities of food, mostly "comfort" and junk food, to suppress negative emotions. a. Binge b. Disordered c. Emotional d. Purging ANSWERV V c During the , the person continues the new behavior for up to five years a. contemplation stage b. preparations state c. maintenance stage d. termination stage ANSWERV V¥ c Skin-fold measurements should be done at the same time of the day, preferable in the morning, because: a. changes in water hydration from activity and exercise can affect the skin-fold girth b. the technicians are more likely to get the same measurements in the morning c. the individuals are more likely to remember to take the test in the morning d. the accurate measurements can be easily obtained in the moming ANSWERY v a Yormulas for Carbs, Protein, and Fat: X (grams of carbs) X (grams of protein) X (grams of fat) ANSWERV ¥ 4, 4, 9 For the general population, skill-related fitness is important for: a. Becoming successful athletes During the alarm reaction stage of the general adaption syndrome: a. Homeostatis is maintained b. The body loses its ability to cope c. Stressors have been removed d. Body systems are activated ANSWERV Vv d ‘Type A individuals: a. Take one ting at a time b. Do not feel pressured or hurried c. Seldom set their own deadlines d. Often set their own goals ANSWERVV¥ d All of the following are steps to time management EXCEPT: a. set long and short term goals b. identify the immediate goals c. conduct nightly audits d. inerease work efficiency ANSWERV V d Exercise helps: a. Eliminate sources of stress b. A person cope with stress c. Solve problems at work d. Decreases sources of distress ANSWERV V b A constant and deliberate effort to stay healthy and achieve the highest potential for well- being refers to: a. health promotion b. Wellness c. Fitness d. Determination ANSWERV V b An increased risk for CHD has been established in people with: a. High potential cholesterol: high LDL cholesterol and low chylomicrons b. High total cholesterol: high LDL cholesterol and low HDL cholesterol c. High total cholesterol: low LDL cholesterol, and high HDL cholesterol d. High total cholesterol: high LDL cholesterol and high chylomicrons ANSWERV V b Type | diabetes is: a. Associated with being overweight b. Called insulin-dependent diabetes c. More common than type | diabetes d. Unlikely to cause heart disease ANSWERV V b Alcohol intake: a. Impairs motor performance b. Increases hearing acuity c. Increases reaction time d. Enhances concentration ANSWERV V a 
