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What does RPE stand for in exercise testing?
What is homeostasis?
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What is homeostasis?
A state of physical exhaustion
A method of training for elite athletes
The maintenance of a stable internal environment
A disrupted physiological balance
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What does RPE stand for in exercise testing?
Resistance Power Exercise
Resting Physical Endurance
Rate of Perceived Exertion
Rate of Pulse Efficiency
3
Which of the following is a focus area in motor behavior?
Learning and control of movement
Hydration during exercise
Muscle oxygen extraction
Strength periodization
4
Which body system is primarily responsible for transporting oxygen during exercise?
Endocrine system
Muscular system
Nervous System
Cardiovascular system
5
Which field of exercise science deals with how the body functions during physical activity?
Exercise Physiology
Motor control
Biomechanics
Athletic Training
6
The “overload principle” in training suggests:
Rest is more important than activity
Muscles adapt when stressed beyond normal loads
Frequency of strength training is suggested 2-3 times per week
You should always avoid muscle fatigue
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Which of the following is a field test for cardiorespiratory fitness?
Sit-and-reach test
1RM bench press
Push-up test
1.5-mile run
8
Chronic adaptations to aerobic training include
Improved oxygen delivery and utilization
Decreased stroke volume
Decreased mitochondrial density
Increased resting heart rate
9
Which professional organization is known for its certification of exercise physiologists?
AMA
AHA
ACSM
WHO
10
What is measured with a handgrip dynamometer?
Grip strength
Leg endurance
Blood pressure
Blood pressure
11
Which component is NOT part of the “health-related” components of physical fitness?
Flexibility
Cardiorespiratory endurance
Balance
Muscular strength
12
Sport psychology is mainly concerned with:
Muscle contraction mechanisms
Psychological aspects of sport and exercise participation
The effect of nutrition on performance
Physical rehabilitation after injury
13
What would be considered a subdiscipline of Exercise Science
Athletic Training
Occupational Therapy
All could be considered
Physical Therapy
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Which of the following is considered a psychological skill that enhances athletic performance?
Muscle stretching
Visualization
Muscle stretching
Electrolyte balance
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Which of these is NOT a role of the ACSM?
Promoting public health guidelines
Manufacturing sports equipment
Creating exercise prescriptions for disease management
Certifying fitness professionals
16
What role do mitochondria play in muscle cells?
Synthesize proteins
Store calcium
Generate ATP via aerobic metabolism
Contract muscle fibers
17
Which piece of equipment is most commonly used to test VO₂ max?
Dumbbells
Rowing machine
Treadmill
Stationary bike
18
Which of these is NOT a key responsibility of a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS)?
Rehabilitating major injuries
Designing training programs
Teaching correct lifting techniques
Enhancing athletic performance
19
The ACSM recommends how many minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week for healthy adults?
75 minutes
150 minutes
100 minutes
30 minutes
20
Which subdiscipline focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating athletic injuries?
Athletic Training
Biomechanics
Sport Psychology
Exercise Physiology
21
Which tool is used to measure body fat via skinfolds?
Sphygmomanometer
Thermometer
Caliper
Stethoscope
22
A clinical exercise physiologist often works with:
Elite athletes only
Gym owners and personal trainers
Patients with chronic diseases
Children only
23
The primary goal of exercise science is to
Develop medications for chronic diseases
Eliminate the need for physical activity
Improve performance and understand physical activity's impact on health
Eliminate the need for physical activity
24
Research in exercise science helps to
Provide evidence-based guidelines for health and performance
Eliminate the need for doctors
Promote fad diets
Reduce the use of exercise in rehabilitation
25
Which career is most closely associated with preventing injuries and implementing emergency care plans in athletes?
Clinical Nutritionist
Sport Psychologist
Athletic Trainer
Biomechanist
26
What does an athletic trainer typically do during a game?
Conduct lab-based fitness assessments
Provide immediate care for injuries
Analyze muscle activation patterns
Judge performance
27
A blood pressure cuff is also called a:
Dynamometer
Spirometer
Sphygmomanometer
Lactate analyzer
28
The study of the human body in motion is called
Endocrinology
Psychology
Kinesiology
Anatomy
29
What is the main psychological benefit of regular physical activity?
Reduced hydration
Reduced coordination
Decreased anxiety and depression
Increased appetite
30
What is VO₂ max?
the maximum strength output
The maximum number of repetitions in a set
The maximum volume of oxygen consumed during exercise
The maximum heart rate
31
What is the main function of the respiratory system during exercise?
Maintain electrolyte balance
Remove carbon dioxide and bring in oxygen
Control muscle contractions
Pump blood through the body
32
Which of the following best describes exercise science?
Study of athletic competition only
Study of diseases and their treatment
Study of movement, performance, and function
Study of nutrition only
33
What is the purpose of a PAR-Q form?
Prescribe medications
Screen participants before physical activity
Track muscle growth
Measure oxygen levels
34
Before conducting a maximal exercise test, it is important to:
Eat a large meal
Stretch only the upper body
Skip warm-up
Obtain informed consent
35
Preferred energy source for high-intensity exercise?
Protein
Water
Fat
Carbohydrate
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Which of the following is a field of study within exercise science?
Sociology
Biomechanics
Pharmacology
Radiology
