Question 1

Which essential hormone do men have in higher amounts than women, thus allowing men to build more muscle mass than women?

Accepted Answer

A)   estrogen
B)   testosterone
C)   adrenaline
D)   insulinE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

Strength training can lessen bone loss in postmenopausal women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

At what age do people typically begin to lose muscle mass?

Accepted Answer

A)   30
B)   40
C)   50
D)   60E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

To build strength using isometric exercises, it is best to hold the contraction maximally for at least 30 seconds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which approach is recommended for strength training safety?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hold your breath to stabilize your body during heavy lifts.
B)   Hold your thumbs away from the bar.
C)   Use an alternate grip when a spotter is unavailable.
D)   Rest between sets of exercises.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Explain the difference between static and dynamic exercise, and between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions. Give at least two examples of each.

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Question 7

Which activity predominantly uses fast-twitch muscle fibers?

Accepted Answer

A)   walking
B)   bike riding
C)   sprinting
D)   joggingE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Slow-twitch muscle fibers do not fatigue as rapidly as fast-twitch muscle fibers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

During which of the following muscle contractions does a muscle lengthen as it contracts?

Accepted Answer

A)   isometric
B)   concentric
C)   speed-loading
D)   eccentricE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

Apply the FITT-VP principle to strength training. Describe a complete weight training program for general fitness according to the FITT-VP guidelines.

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Question 11

During a strength training exercise, the agonist muscle contracts and the antagonist muscle stretches to allow the contraction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

When a muscle lengthens as it contracts, the movement is referred to as an eccentric contraction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What does the term ergogenic aids refer to?

Accepted Answer

A)   machine-assisted fitness techniques
B)   performance-enhancing substances
C)   free-weight lifting strategies
D)   injury-prevention exercisesE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

For a strength-training program to develop general fitness, it is best to choose resistance of about 90% of 1 RM.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When does the metabolic rate increase?

Accepted Answer

A)   when fat mass increases
B)   when fat mass decreases
C)   when muscle mass decreases
D)   when muscle mass increasesE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Which condition plays a major role in the decrease in muscle strength that is often associated with aging?

Accepted Answer

A)   malnutrition
B)   inactivity
C)   strength training
D)   endurance trainingE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

Accepted Answer

A)   Lift the weight in a smooth motion.
B)   Use a spotter for all exercises.
C)   Lift most of the weight with your arms.
D)   Bounce the barbell against your body.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low-back pain at some point in their life?

Accepted Answer

A)   20%
B)   35%
C)   50%
D)   85%E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

How is muscular strength assessed?

Accepted Answer

A)   by measuring the most force a muscle can produce in one effort
B)   by measuring the most force a muscle can produce in 10 repetitions
C)   by measuring the ability of a muscle to exert a submaximal force repeatedly over time
D)   by measuring the ability of a muscle to exert force rapidlyE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 20

For overall fitness, how many different exercises should a weight training program include?

Accepted Answer

A)   2 to 3
B)   5 to 6
C)   8 to 10
D)   12 to 14E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Exam 4: Muscular Strength and Endurance

What does the term ergogenic aids refer to?

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When does the metabolic rate increase?

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Apply the FITT-VP principle to strength training. Describe a complete weight training program for general fitness according to the FITT-VP guidelines.

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To build strength using isometric exercises, it is best to hold the contraction maximally for at least 30 seconds.

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During which of the following muscle contractions does a muscle lengthen as it contracts?

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For a strength-training program to develop general fitness, it is best to choose resistance of about 90% of 1 RM.

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How is muscular strength assessed?

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At what age do people typically begin to lose muscle mass?

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Which activity predominantly uses fast-twitch muscle fibers?

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For overall fitness, how many different exercises should a weight training program include?

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What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low-back pain at some point in their life?

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Which approach is recommended for strength training safety?

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When a muscle lengthens as it contracts, the movement is referred to as an eccentric contraction.

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Slow-twitch muscle fibers do not fatigue as rapidly as fast-twitch muscle fibers.

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Which essential hormone do men have in higher amounts than women, thus allowing men to build more muscle mass than women?

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Explain the difference between static and dynamic exercise, and between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions. Give at least two examples of each.

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During a strength training exercise, the agonist muscle contracts and the antagonist muscle stretches to allow the contraction.

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Which condition plays a major role in the decrease in muscle strength that is often associated with aging?

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Strength training can lessen bone loss in postmenopausal women.

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Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

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