Physiology Exercise Quiz

1. (L1) Exercise physiology is best defined as the study of:

• The body's structure

• The effects of exercise on body system

• The mind's influence on physical activity

• Nutritional strategies for athletes

(L3) Which type of muscle is responsible for voluntary movement?

• Smooth muscle

• Cardiac muscle

• Skeletal muscle

• All of the above

(L3) An eccentric muscle contraction involves:

• Muscle shortening

• Muscle lengthening

• No change in muscle length

• Muscle tearing

(L1) Which of the following is NOT a primary application of exercise physiology?

• Sports training

• Rehabilitation program

• Fitness program design

• Ancient history

(L2) The ATP-PC system is primarily used for activities lasting:

• 2-3 minutes

• 30 seconds to 2 minutes

• 0-10 seconds

• More than 2 minutes

(L1) What is the meaning of "physiology"?

• The study of mind

• The study of body function

• The study of movement

• The study of nutrition

(L7) Which macronutrients is essential for muscle repair and growth?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Protein

• Water

(L6) What is a crucial consideration when exercising in hot weather?

• Wearing heavy clothing

• Avoiding hydration

• Hydration and taking breaks

• Increasing exercise intensity

(L8) What is the most important concept to understand for the midterm?

• Specific muscle fiber types

• The functions of body systems and their responses to exercise

• Advance training techniques

• The history of exercise physiology

(L5) What happens to the depth of breathing during exercise?

• Decreases

• Increases

• Remains the same

• Fluctuates unpredictably