Exercise Physiology Chapter 13

According to the ACSM Guidelines for Exercise Rx, how many days per week should adults engage in muscular strength and endurance training?

• 2 days/week

• 1 day/week

• 3 days/week

• 5 days/week

What is the recommended duration of exercise per day for optimal health benefits according to the ACSM Guidelines?

• 20-30 minutes

• 10-15 minutes

• 60-75 minutes

• 40-50 minutes

What is the purpose of medical evaluation before starting an exercise program for high-risk individuals?

• To discourage exercise participation

• To provide motivation

• To identify dangerous medical conditions earlier

• To increase healthcare costs

What is the primary mode of exercise most frequently prescribed for improving aerobic capacity in untrained individuals?

• Swimming

• Cycling

• Running

• Aerobic dance

What is the assumption made in the VO2 reserve (VO2R) method for exercise prescription?

• Resting metabolic rate is 2.5 ml/kg/min

• 1 MET = 4.0 ml O2 · kg-1 · min -1

• Resting VO2 = 4.0 ml/kg/min

• 1 MET = universal resting VO2

What is the purpose of the Karvonen method for calculating training heart rate (THR)?

• To measure resting heart rate

• To determine maximal oxygen consumption

• To calculate maximal HR reserve

• To ensure constant rate of work done by heart

What is the primary purpose of the cool-down and stretching activities in an exercise program?

• To reduce intensity

• To improve flexibility

• To develop cardiorespiratory endurance

• To control body weight

What is the starting point for resistance training in terms of repetitions at a percentage of 1RM?

• 5 reps at 1/3 1RM

• 12 reps at 2/3 1RM

• 8 reps at 1/2 1RM

• 10 reps at 1/2 1RM

What is the primary aim of neuromotor exercise in an exercise program?

• To improve cardiovascular health

• To enhance flexibility

• To prevent falls in older adults

• To increase muscular strength

Which type of recreational activities form an important aspect of a comprehensive exercise program?

• Activities with low social development

• Activities with long-term interest

• Activities with high cost

• Activities with high risk