intellectual, social, spiritual, environmental, emotional, and physical.

A risk factor that can be changed is...

a) age

b) excess body weight

c) height

d) genes

 Critical thinking skills for health and wellness can include...

a. diagnosing illnesses on the Web.

b. following the doctor's orders.

c. reading food and drug labels.

d. following the guidelines of the latest research study.

Factors that influence wellness are

a. dependent on a mix of biological, behavioral, and cultural factors.

b. highly dependent on family history.

c. highly dependent on physical hazards.

d. highly dependent on gender.

7. Noncommunicable diseases are caused by pathogens.

a. True

b. False

Relative risk is a ratio or percentage that states the comparative risk between two groups.

a. True

b. False

The satisfaction, fulfillment, and enrichment you obtain through work is the definition of ______.

Obesity does NOT contribute to which of the following health conditions?

a. Cancer

b. heart disease

c. diabetes

d. HIV

11. Jennifer smokes every morning before breakfast. This is an example of

a. a dimension of wellness.

b. a habit.

c. a morning routine.

d. a value.

 Which of the following factors that influence wellness can NOT be controlled?

a. knowledge

b. heredity/genetic make-up

c. attitude

d. skills

 Reinforcing factors are factors that

a. an individual brings to the table.

b. do not affect an individual's ability to change.

c. are internal.

d. encourage or discourage new behaviors.

 Janette is working on a new exercise regimen. Her motivation for exercising largely depends on whether her friend exercises with her. Janette can be said to have

a. an external locus of control.

b. an internal locus of control.

c. positive self-efficacy.

d. decisional balance.

 Self-efficacy helps you

a. have confidence in your ability.

b. need less motivation.

c. avoid making changes.

d. accept the way things are.

Self-efficacy typically develops from all the following factors EXCEPT

a. past experience.

b. past performance.

c. anticipation of failure.

d. observational learning

c. anticipation of failure

why: a lack of self-efficacy would cause aniticipation of failure. 

Watching the actions and outcomes of others is called

a. observational learning.

b. past performance.

c. past experience.

d. verbal persuasion.

According to the transtheoretical model, which stage is a person in who has no intention of changing a behavior within the next six months?

The stage in the transtheoretical model that corresponds to having been successful at changing a behavior for more than six months is called the

The purpose of time management in behavior change is

a. to plan and prioritize so that your time is spent wisely.

b. to fit more time into your schedule.

c. to get rid of unimportant matters.

d. to avoid having to maintain a schedule.

factors that make it possible or easier for an individual to change a health behavior

belief in your ability to perform a task

source of power or control in your life that resides outside yourself

preexisting factors that influence behavior

an energized state that directs and sustains behavior

Any activity that requires caloric expenditure and movements to get you through your day is referred to as

a. physical fitness.

b. exercise.

c. weight loss.

d. physical activity.

d. physical activity

why: exercise is a sub-category of physical activity, and physical fitness and weightloss are results.  

Which of the following is a benefit associated with increased physical activity?

a. increased blood fats

b. higher resting heart rate

c. improved mood

d. lower bone density

c. improved mood

Remember: Lower resting heart rate is a result of increased exercise. 

Which component of skill-related fitness refers to the ability to change the direction of your body in a quick and precise manner?

The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) is typically used to determine what?

a. your state of physical fitness

b. your ability to perform certain physical activities

c. whether your stress level is too high

d. whether you can safely increase your level of physical activity

The principle of progressive overload is best demonstrated in which of the following?

a. a person who gradually loses fitness gains after months of inactivity

b. a person who starts at 20 push-ups and gradually increases to 50 push-ups

c. a person who performs leg extension exercises to improve cycling performance

d. a person who consistently exercises at a steady pace

b. a person who starts at 20 push-ups and gradually increases to 50 push-ups

why: progressive overload is the

gradual application of increasing amounts of stress on the body during exercise.

The "F" within the FITT formula would apply to which exercise program component?

a. walking at a brisk pace for 45 minutes

b. holding a hamstring stretch to the point of mild discomfort

c. cycling as a mode of exercise

d. running 3 days per week

d. running 3 days per week

why: a. refers to "T"ime

b. refers to "I"ntensity

c. refers to "T"ype

d. refers to "F"requency* 

A benefit of 5–10 minutes of low-to-moderate intensity aerobic and muscular endurance activities prior to a training session is

a. an increase in core body and muscle temperature.

b. redirection of blood flow away from working muscles.

c. gradual recovery of heart rate.

d. gradual reduction of blood pressure.

a. an increase in core body and muscle temp.

why: all the others refer to the benefits of a cool-down 

Sarah is interested in purchasing a piece of home exercise equipment for aerobic workouts. She wants to build her cardiorespiratory fitness but has knee problems. Which of the following would be the best option for her?

a. an elliptical trainer

b. a motorized treadmill

c. an "all-in-one" weight machine

d. a stair-climbing machine

When considering a sports beverage for hydration during intense workouts, it is best to choose one with ______ carbohydrates.

a. 2–4 percent

b. 4–8 percent

c. 8–12 percent

d. >14 percent

The FITT acronym stands for flexibility, isometrics, target zone, and type.
a. True
b. False

b. false

why: Frequency

        Intensity

        Time

        Type

The altitude at which you exercise can affect your hydration.
a. True
b. False

Which of the following terms is not paired with the correct definition?
a. cardiorespiratory endurance- the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to sustain physical activity by delivering oxygen to working muscles
b. muscular endurance -the ability of a muscle to sustain an effort for an extended period of time
c. body composition the relative amounts of muscle, fat, bone, and other vital tissues of the body
d. muscular strength-the ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion

d. muscular strength-the ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion

why: the definition describes flexibility, not muscular strength

Which of the following terms is not paired with the correct definition?
a. Progressive overload-Gradually increasing exposure to a greater training stimulus increases fitness levels.
b. Reversibility-Decreases in activity or a period of inactivity cause a decline in fitness levels.
c. Specificity- The frequency with which you exercise determines your ability to train properly.
d. Individuality-Overall health, genes, and other factors determine how far you can develop your level of fitness.
e. Recovery-When the body is overloaded, a breakdown in tissues occurs; the body then adapts by repairing the tissues.