24 Questions
Which organization proclaimed physical inactivity a major risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD) in 1992?
American Heart Association
What is a modifiable risk factor for Alzheimer's disease according to epidemiological studies?
Physical activity
What is the prevalence of physically inactive Americans above the age of 6?
More than 80 million
According to the text, what is the recommended minimum amount of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity for healthy adults aged 18 to 65 years per week?
30 min
What is the recommended minimum number of days per week for performing activities that maintain or increase muscular strength and endurance for adults?
2 days
Based on the information provided, what percentage of adults participate in 30 minutes of physical activity each day?
Less than 5%
What is the relationship between exercise intensity and brain health according to the text?
Hormetic
According to the text, what percentage of adults 65 to 74 years old are physically active?
28% to 34%
What percentage of adolescents and adults do not meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities?
80% to 85%
Which age group should be physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and development?
Preschool-aged children
How many minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity should children and adolescents (ages 6 through 17 years) do daily?
60 min
How many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity a week should adults do for substantial health benefits?
150 min
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, how often should adults with chronic conditions or disabilities engage in muscle-strengthening activities?
At least 2 days a week
What is the recommended approach for inactive people to start a physical activity program?
Start with lower-intensity activities and gradually increase
Is a comprehensive medical screening necessary before starting an exercise program?
No, it is not necessary for individuals presumed healthy
Which of the following is a valid way to assess muscular strength and endurance?
1RM test
What is the focus of these tests mentioned in the text?
Establishing general health status and fitness level
Which component of the two-compartment model provides valuable information about health?
Fat-free mass
What is associated with increased adiposity?
Diseases and disabilities
Which type of adiposity has a particularly strong association with diseases?
Abdominal adiposity
What are the hallmarks of the effectiveness and health benefits of exercise and diet?
Changes in fat mass and fat-free mass
Regular aerobic exercise attenuates the stiffening of the central elastic arteries (the aorta and carotid arteries).
Aerobic exercise decreases blood pressure, which reduces arterial stiffness.
The brain is particularly sensitive to changes in blood pressure because of the low resistance of the cerebral vasculature.
Exercise-induced improvements in cardiovascular control improve brain structure and function.
A 2019 study found that acute resistance exercise yielded greater improvements in math scores compared with both aerobic exercise and nonexercise.
Resistance exercise has a greater effect on academic achievement compared to aerobic exercise.
"Quiz: Understanding the Importance of Aerobic and Muscle-Strengthening Activities for Adults with Chronic Conditions or Disabilities" Description: Test your knowledge on the recommended frequency and intensity of aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities for adults with chronic conditions or disabilities. Learn about the additional health benefits these activities provide and strategies for individuals who may not be able to meet the guidelines.
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