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The term exercise physiology means the study of how a. to become a better body builder. b. the body strives to prepare for exercise. c. the body prepares for and performs exercise. d. to exercise more efficiently. - ANSWER C
Timed runs, sit-ups, pull-ups, and push-ups, or your survivability in combat are all measurements of a. muscular strength. b. muscular endurance. c. exercise physiology. d. optimal fitness. - ANSWER D
Which term is defined as the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly without fatiguing or to maintain a contraction for an extended period of time? a. Muscular strength b. Muscular endurance c. Cardio-pulmonary endurance d. Flexibility - ANSWER B
Which is a change that occurs in the heart and blood vessels as a result of regular exercise? a. Blood pressure decreases b. Breathing rate increases
c. Tidal volume increases d. Breathing rate decreases at rest - ANSWER A
Which term defines a molecule that serves as the source of energy for fueling muscle contraction? a. Adenosine tri-phosphate (ATP) b. Creatine Phosphate (CP) c. Aerobic energy pathway d. Lactic acid - ANSWER A
Which energy pathway is used to fuel quick powerful movements that require a lot of energy right away? a. Creatine Phosphate b. Anaerobic c. Aerobic d. ATP - ANSWER B
Which energy pathway is not activated quickly; however, since oxygen is usually available to the working muscle, it can provide energy for a long period of time? a. Creatine Phosphate b. Anaerobic c. Aerobic d. ATP - ANSWER C
Which benefit of a warm-up results in both speed and strength enhancement during exercise? a. Opening of blood vessels b. Increase in body temperature c. Improved heart and lung function
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Column 2 Procedure
A. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds as you breathe normally; relax. B. Repeat the stretch two or three times, with each time through, exhale as you slowly stretch a bit farther, making sure to stop just short of feeling discomfort. C. Emphasize slow smooth movements and breathe no - ANSWER 11.D 12.C 13.E 14.A 15.B
Match the speed/agility terms in column 1 with its correct definition in column 2. Place your responses in the spaces provided. There is one correct definition for each term listed. Column 1 Term Agility___ Speed-strength___ Special endurance____ Speed-endurance____
Column 2 Definition A. Ability to develop force rapidly and/or at high speeds. B. Ability to maintain top speed after 1 to 2 seconds. C. Ability to effectively and efficiently change direction.
D. Ability to perform repetitive task - ANSWER 16.C 17.A 18.D 19.B
Which muscles stabilize the pelvis movements of the arms and legs? a. Rectus abdoninus b. Internal obliques c. External obliques d. Core musculature - ANSWER D
Cpl James has a desire to tone his oblique muscles. Which exercise should Cpl James perform to reach his goal? a. V-ups b. Knees to chest c. Hip rollers d. Back extensions - ANSWER C
Sgt Nelson has a strength-training program that will allow him to develop the ability to complete the Marine Corps Marathon that requires running 26 miles. Which strength-training program is Sgt Nelson most likely using? a. Power b. Strength c. Endurance d. Size - ANSWER C
"Effective goals are demanding but achievable" is a description of which goal setting principle? a. Set specific goals. b. Set challenging and realistic goals. c. Seek reinforcement and help.
for several months. Which short-term physiological adaptation will MSgt Gray notice within 16 weeks? a. Decrease in heart stroke volume b. Decrease in heart rate c. Decrease in cardiac output d. High percentage of Type I muscle fiber - ANSWER B
MSgt Gray has consistently followed his new aerobic training program for more than 16 weeks. Which long-term physiological adaptation will occur with MSgt Gray? a. Decreased number of red blood cells b. Decreased plasma volume of the blood c. Weight loss d. Increase in resting heart rate - ANSWER C
Exercise intensity can be measured by a. rating of perceived exertion scale, pace, and time. b. pace, heart rate, and time. c. rating of perceived exertion scale, pace, and heart rate. d. rating of perceived exertion scale, heart rate, and time. - ANSWER C
Which method of aerobic training is at an intensity of 50 to 85 percent of your heart rate reserve with the activity performed for a duration ranging from 30 minutes to several hours? a. Long slow distance b. Pace c. Interval d. Tempo - ANSWER A
MSgt Gray, who is training for the Marine Corps Marathon, is afraid of overtraining.
Which methods can MSgt Gray use to prevent overtraining? a. Get rest, listen to your body, eat a healthy diet, and monitor your resting heart rate. b. Get rest, listen to your body, eat what you want, and monitor your resting heart rate. c. Get rest, listen to your body, eat what you want, and monitor your pulse. d. Stay active, listen to your body eat a healthy diet, and monitor your resting heart rate.
SSgt Hernandez has not maintained his endurance training because of a minor injury. How long will it take for noticeable decreases in his performance to occur? a. 2 weeks b. 4 weeks c. 2 months d. 4 months - ANSWER A
Match the soft tissue in column 1 with its description in column 2. Column 1 Soft Tissue Muscle____ Ligaments____ Tendon____ Column 2 Description a. Connective tissue that "connect muscles to bones" b. Short bands of tough connective tissue that bind bones together and support internal organs c. Long cells that contract when stimulated and product motion - ANSWER 34.C 35.B 36.A
tendon and can cause injury? a. Behind the neck shoulder press b. Behind the neck lat pull-downs c. Plow stretch d. Hurdlers stretch - ANSWER D
Which contraindicated technique is commonly done to build momentum when the weight is too heavy to lift? a. Swinging weights b. Overweight - partial range of motion c. Initiating a lift with another part of the body d. Bouncing the weight off the chest - ANSWER A
Which term is defined as the contact force between the foot and the ground? a. Braking force b. Ground reaction force c. Stride length d. Stride frequency - ANSWER B
Which term is defined as forces that slow the body down? a. Braking force b. Ground reaction force c. Stride length d. Stride frequency - ANSWER A
Which common running injury has the highest number of reported incidence? a. Plantar fasciitis
b. Achilles tendonitis c. Shin splints d. Knee pain - ANSWER D
Which of the items below causes changes in your running technique, resulting in the muscles being unable to contract properly and force the bones and other structures to absorb the forces associated with impact? a. Fatigue b. Ill fitting shoes c. Braking forces d. Mental forces - ANSWER A
Blood flow is diverted away from internal organs and towards the skin and working muscles. Which response is this to heat? a. Cardiovascular system adapts b. Sweat is produced c. Impaired mental performance d. Increase in body temperature - ANSWER A
Which is the primary symptom of a Marine suffering from heatstroke? a. No increase in rectal temperature b. Loss of endurance c. Pale, wet skin d. Rectal temperature above 104o (40o C) - ANSWER D
Which heat related illness has no increase in rectal temperature? a. Heatstroke b. Heat syncope
d. Snow blindness - ANSWER A
Which automatic adaptation to cold weather does the body take to deal with the cold? a. Increase in clothing b. Increase internal heat production c. Increase water consumption d. Decrease internal heat production - ANSWER B
The body has four specific physical changes that occur in response to being at altitude. Which change is not natural? a. Ventilation increases b. Cardiac out increase c. Erythropoietin (EPO) increases d. Weight decreases - ANSWER D
SSgt Kelly arrived in Colorado with her working team from Washington DC. While checking in the hotel, SSgt Kelly began to experience difficulty breathing and a rapid heart rate. Which high altitude illness is SSgt Kelly most likely experiencing? a. High altitude pulmonary edema b. High altitude cerebral edema c. Acute mountain sickness d. Asthma - ANSWER A
Why is it important for Marines to maintain a proper diet at high altitude? a. Prevent dizziness at high altitudes b. Prevent unusual weight loss c. Maintain a healthy lifestyle d. Maintain mental sharpness - ANSWER B
Which common illnesses are associated with poor nutrition? a. Alzheimer's, stroke, obstructive lung disease, and heart disease b. Alzheimer's, cancer, stroke, and heart disease c. Diabetes mellitus, cancer, stroke, and heart disease d. Septicemia, Alzheimer's, diabetes mellitus, and cancer - ANSWER C
MSgt Irby is nearing her 40th birthday. She had her required birthday physical, which the doctor suggested she switch to a balance diet and exercise regularly. Which disease is MSgt Irby most likely to reduce the risk of getting by following her doctor's advice? a. Obstructive lung disease b. Septicemia c. Influenza d. Heart disease - ANSWER D
SSgt Gray was placed on the weight management program for being 20 pounds overweight. To lose weight and prevent muscle loss also, what is the maximum poundage SSgt Gray can lose per week? a. 1 to 2 b. 2 to 3 c. 3 to 4 d. 4 to 5 - ANSWER A
Which nutrient is classified as sugar? a. Protein b. Fats c. Minerals d. Carbohydrates - ANSWER D
