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09/15/2014
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A training variable that should be considered when designing an exercise program is:
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Choreography
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Which activity utilizes the aerobic energy system?
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Indoor cycling
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The Karvonen formula incorporates the _____? in determining the training heart rate range.(THRR)
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Resting Heart Rate (RHR)
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A warm-up is the _____? period for a specific workout.
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Preparation
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To promote and maintain health, an individual should perform _____? minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity ____? days per week.
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30;5
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One way to determine an individual's estimated maximal heart rate is by?
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Subtracting his/her age from 220
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Two atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk factors improved by regular participation in physical activity are _____ and _____
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Blood pressure and Total serum cholesterol
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The system that allows the blood to flow through the heart, lungs, and body is called the ________ system.
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Circulatory
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A basic function of the bone that makes up the skeletal system is to:
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Provide a site for the production of red blood cells
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The ________ method is known as variable intensity of spontaneous training.
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Intermittent
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The primary muscles performing work are called _______, and may be identified by a specific:
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agonists: joint action
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Movements of the hip include a ______ and ______ joint actions.
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abduction; adduction
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the definition of _______ is when oxygen uptake has reached an adequate level to meet the oxygen demand of the body.
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steady state.
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A skill-related component of physical fitness is:
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Coordination
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In order to safely perform full range of motion during a cardio hi/low-impact class, the beats per minute (bpm) should range between ____ and ____:
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130: 155
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In a push up, the ____ muscles extend the elbow and the ____ adducts the humerus to lift the body up against gravity.
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Triceps: Pectoralis major
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Which type of muscle contraction (also referred to as muscle action)does not require the muscle to change length when exerted against a fixed resistance?
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Isometric
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A multi-joint exercise that utilizes the gluteus maximus and hamsttrings is a:
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Lunge
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Which type of connective tissue connects bone to bone?
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Ligament
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The function of ________ is to sense the degree of tension and the length of the muscle.
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Proprioceptors
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To enhance flexibility during the end-of-class cool-down segment, the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)recommends Performing _____ stretches _______ for seconds.
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Static; 15-60
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Besides heart rate monitoring, another method of measuring exercise intensity is:
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Perceived exertion
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In order to teach a quality group exercise class, an instructor should be able to:
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apply the AFAA 5 questions
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A variable that acts as it determinant of exercise behavior is:
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Cultural values
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To maintain proper body alignment, particular attention should be given to _____ in the standing position.
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Holding a neutral pelvic alignment
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Lordosis is associated with an anterior tilt of the pelvis, and may be a result of:
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Weak abdominals
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Kyphosis or excessive curvature of the thoracic spine, may be the result of:
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Osteoporosis
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A movement that performs shoulder horizontal abduction is a:
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High row
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Advance stages of heat exhaustion may lead to:
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Coma
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In order to avoid dehydration during exercise and prevent heat exhaustion, an individual should:
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Monitor hydration levels
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A motivational technique called ______ is used to sustain a Type B participant for lifelong exercise adherence.
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Acknowledgment
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One purpose of the final cool-down phase of an aerobic exercise session is to:
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Prevent blood pooling
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Which condition is referred to as an overuse injury?
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tendinitis
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The 1996 U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health was a call to:
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Encourage more Americans to become active
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The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) recommends checking the pulse at the ________ Artery.
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Radial
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One way to increase exercise intensity is to:
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Add traveling
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The aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) recommends that a recovery heart rate be taken _______ of aerobic work.
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3-5 minutes upon conclusion
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A food, such as _______, represent(s) a complete source of protein.
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Poultry
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If an individual's training workload for muscular strength and/or endurance is discontinued, a reduction in muscle fitness may occur after _______ month(s).
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3
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According to the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America's (AFAA) FITT-at-a-Glance, participates sould aim for a cardiorespiratory exercise intensity that burns a minimum of ________ kilo calories per week.
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1000
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Improvement in cardiorespiratory fitness can be attained with a minimum intensity or _______ % of heart rate reserve (HRR).
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40
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Flexibility can be achieved by stretching to the end range of motion or;
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Point of tightness
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When performing a squat, during the concentric contraction, _______ occurs.
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Hip extension
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Training in water encourages freedom of movement without the fear of galling due to:
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Buoyancy
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Because speed is used to increase resistance, water is also an effective modality for __________ training.
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Power
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In Mat Science, the principle of ________ refers to exercise selection,
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Progression
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When introducing varying road situations in an indoor cycling class, be sure that there are ________ transitions between movements and changing terrain.
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Smooth
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For individuals to receive an efficient and challenging form of conditioning that works well for developing muscular strength and endurance, stability, balance, and coordination they should participate in _______ training.
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Circuit
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"The explosive aspect of strength"defines muscle:
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Power
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What form of exercise is designed to achieve maximum muscular involvement?
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Variable resistance
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A push-up works the pectoral muscles, anterior deltoids, and the:
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Triceps
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Early recognition of a medical emergency can be summarized into the: "SAPI" approach. The "S" stands for:
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Survey
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Response to an acute injury includes:
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Elevation
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The AFAA 5 Questions help instructors:
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Evaluate the risk of exercises
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The purpose of torso stabilization training is to:
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Enhance ability to maintain proper spinal alignment.
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An example of a basic exercise position is:
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Prone
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When considering correct alignment while moving, instructors should make sure participants:
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Control the range of motion with movements.
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An appropriate alignment cue for hands and knees position is:
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Hands directly under the shoulders.
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The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) recommends that _________ be incorporated within the warm-up portion of the class.
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Movement rehearsal
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A danger sign of exercise is:
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Breathlessness
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Correct standing alignment includes the pelvis in a/an:
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Neutral position
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Timed bouts of increased intensity work follow recovery is known as _______ training.
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Interval
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A method of improving muscular strength and endurance would be ________ training.
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Multi-joint
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Instructors should make sure that participants keep hands relaxed when gripping weights in order to:
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Avoid performing the Valsalva maneuver, potentially elevation blood pressure.
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When working with participants diagnosed with asthma, instructors would allow for ______ and:
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an extended warm-up: cool down
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To assist in the management of arthritis, participants should be encouraged to _________ daily.
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Stretch
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Which statement represents one of the AFAA 5 Questions?
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Does the exercise create any safety concerns.
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A probable cause of common injuries associated with group exercise classes may be:
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Body mechanics.
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Music is commonly written in a standard ________ beat.
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4/4
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If a participant complains about pain that has been persistent over the past few week, an instructor should:recommend:
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A physician's evaluation.
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In traditional dance choreography, movements should include _________ as one of its basic elements.
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Motivation
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Based on research, ____________ components have resulted in improved performance in daily activities for older adults.
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Skill related
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To ensure proper hydration during an exercise session, participants should monitor hydration levels and consume _______ ounces of fluid shortly before exercise.
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8-12
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When working the deltoids, which joint action is performed at the shoulder?
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Flexion
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When flexing from the hips in a standing position the back should:
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Maintain neutral alignment.
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