ExPhys Ch 13: Prescription of Exercise for Health and Fitness

What is a likely benefit of cardiovascular exercise on the brain?

• Decreased brain health

• Maintained brain health

• Increased brain temperature

• Decreased brain volume

What is the minimum duration for each session of aerobic activity recommended by ACSM for adults?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

Is a medical evaluation mandatory for all individuals before starting an exercise program?

• Yes, it is mandatory for everyone

• No, it is not mandatory for all

• Only for athletes

• Only for elderly individuals

What is required for low-risk and healthy individuals regarding medical evaluation?

• Medical evaluation is required.

• Medical evaluation is not required.

• Medical evaluation is recommended.

• Medical evaluation is mandatory.

What is a common requirement for both moderate-risk and high-risk individuals?

• No medical evaluation

• Medical evaluation is recommended

• No risk factors

• No signs or symptoms

Which group is most likely to be healthy without needing medical evaluation?

• Low-risk and healthy individuals

• Moderate-risk individuals

• High-risk individuals

• All groups equally

For someone with known CV, metabolic, or renal disease but asymptomatic, what is the guideline for moderate-intensity exercise?

• Stop exercising

• May continue at this intensity

• Medical clearance not necessary

• May resume after medical clearance

What should someone with any sign or symptom of CV, metabolic, or renal disease do before resuming vigorous-intensity exercise?

• Medical clearance not necessary

• May continue at this intensity

• Stop exercising

• May resume after medical clearance

For someone with any sign or symptom of CV, metabolic, or renal disease, what is the guideline for moderate-intensity exercise?

• May continue at this intensity

• Stop exercising

• Medical clearance not necessary

• May resume after medical clearance

What should someone with no CV, metabolic, or renal disease and no symptoms do before engaging in light-intensity exercise?

• Medical clearance recommended

• Medical clearance not necessary

• Stop exercising

• May resume after medical clearance