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MATCHING -Increase in muscle size and strength


A) VO2max
B) Cardiac output
C) Hypertrophy
D) Muscle endurance
E) Myokines
F) Overload
G) Oxygen
H) Fitness
I) Alcohol
J) Caffeine
K) Glucose
L) Creatine
M) Glycogen
N) Hydration
O) Flexibility
P) Lactate
Q) Atrophy
R) Hypothermia
S) Hyperthermia
T) Sports anemia

U) H) and T)
V) B) and N)

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Training the muscles to store as much glycogen as they can while also supplying the dietary glucose to enable them to do so is a technique referred to as ________.

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________ is considered a temporary,adaptive response to strenuous activity that is noticeable in blood hemoglobin values but does not impair physical performance.


A)  Iron-deficiency anemia 
B)  Amennorhea 
C)  Vitamin E deficiency 
D)  Pernicious anemia 
E)  Sports anemia

F) All of the above
G) C) and D)

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________ refers to an increase to the size and strength of muscles in response to use.


A)  Muscle hypertrophy 
B)  Muscle overload 
C)  Muscle atrophy 
D)  Muscle conditioning 
E)  Muscle fitness

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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Which activity is most likely to be fueled primarily by lactic acids? 


A)  100-meter run 
B)  A tennis serve 
C)  400-meter run 
D)  2 hour hike 
E)  5-mile run

F) A) and E)
G) All of the above

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Which of the following is a correct statement about the energy systems and fuels used by the body? 


A)  After 20 minutes of sustained activity, fuel for the muscles primarily comes from glucose that is broken down by glycolysis. 
B)  About 90% of the fuel is derived from fat at rest. 
C)  All energy systems are used at all times, but one system which dominates depending on intensity and conditioning of athlete. 
D)  An anaerobic energy system is the most efficient way to fuel the body for prolonged activity. 
E)  The lactic acid system is the predominant source of energy after 3 minutes of activity and until activity has reached 20 minutes in length.

F) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

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Sarah has been doing the same physical activity routine for three years now,and it is as follows: Walking 5 days per week for 35 minutes at 4mph,performing strength exercises 2 times per week that use her body weight for resistance such as push-ups,sit-ups,and stretching during her cool down of each workout.Give three examples of how she might apply the progressive overload principle to improve her physical fitness.

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Dietary protein needs of an athlete can best be met by consuming _________.


A)  Moderate amounts of high-quality protein in 4 to 5 small meals each day 
B)  1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight 
C)  supplements in addition to a healthy diet 
D)  meat, poultry, or fish at every meal 
E)  over 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight

F) B) and C)
G) A) and C)

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Which of the following is a correct statement about taking vitamin and mineral supplements directly before competition? 


A)  Performance is usually enhanced. 
B)  Absorption of vitamins and minerals occurs immediately so the body can use them during competition if needed. 
C)  Supplements are only suggested for athletes who have nutrient deficiencies. 
D)  They are useless for improving performance. 
E)  Most athletes do not believe in the ability of them to enhance performance.

F) B) and D)
G) All of the above

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Explain what it means to be physically fit,and then list the components that it includes.

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An individual is described as ________ when they have the endurance to engage in daily activities,as well enough reserve energy to handle added challenges.


A)  conditioned 
B)  moderately fit 
C)  moderately active 
D)  physically fit 
E)  sedentary

F) C) and E)
G) All of the above

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Why is water needed for peak physical performance,and how should someone adequately hydrate before,during,and after an event?

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The body's need for water is greater tha...

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MATCHING -Signaling proteins secreted by the skeletal muscles


A) VO2max
B) Cardiac output
C) Hypertrophy
D) Muscle endurance
E) Myokines
F) Overload
G) Oxygen
H) Fitness
I) Alcohol
J) Caffeine
K) Glucose
L) Creatine
M) Glycogen
N) Hydration
O) Flexibility
P) Lactate
Q) Atrophy
R) Hypothermia
S) Hyperthermia
T) Sports anemia

U) G) and L)
V) F) and N)

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It's recommended that an athlete consume ______ of calories from fat.


A)  15 to 35 percent 
B)  less than 20 percent 
C)  25 to 50 percent 
D)  20 to 35 percent 
E)  45 to 65 percent

F) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

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The best way to stay adequately hydrated and prevent hydration in an active individual is to 


A)  hydrate before, during, and after activity. 
B)  consume a fluid with carbohydrates during activity. 
C)  limit fluid intake in the days prior to activity for maximum absorption. 
D)  drink two cups of fluid every 15 minutes. 
E)  consume fluid with electrolytes.

F) B) and C)
G) D) and E)

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Which of the following is an example of a flexibility activity? 


A)  Yoga 
B)  Swimming 
C)  Power walking 
D)  Lifting free weights 
E)  Pilates

F) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

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What cellular structure is responsible for producing ATP for energy? 


A)  Ribosomes 
B)  Nucleus 
C)  Cytoplasm 
D)  Cell membrane 
E)  Mitochondria

F) B) and C)
G) A) and B)

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What reaction can supply ATP quickly for up to three minutes anaerobically? 


A)  Glucose to pyruvate 
B)  Glycogen to glucose 
C)  Fatty acid oxidation 
D)  Release of phosphate from creatine phosphate 
E)  Conversion of ADP to ATP

F) A) and D)
G) All of the above

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All of the following are situation where a sports beverage may be a better choice over water except 


A)  the athlete is trying to gain weight. 
B)  the athlete does not drink much water because he/she does not like the taste. 
C)  the athlete is competing for over 1 hour. 
D)  the athlete is trying to avoid taking in excess calories. 
E)  the athlete wants to carbohydrate load.

F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

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An athlete's first sign of dehydration is typically ______ 


A)  fatigue. 
B)  dizziness. 
C)  intense thirst. 
D)  intense sweating. 
E)  mental confusion.

F) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

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