Fitness and Exercise

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What is the primary function of the cardiorespiratory system during prolonged physical activity?

  • To reduce heart rate
  • To deliver adequate amounts of oxygen to the cells (correct)
  • To increase blood pressure
  • To increase body temperature

What is the term for chronic illnesses resulting from a lack of physical activity?

  • Hypokinetic diseases (correct)
  • Respiratory diseases
  • Cardiovascular diseases
  • Hyperkinetic diseases

Which type of exercise requires oxygen to produce the necessary energy (ATP) to carry out the activity?

  • Anaerobic exercise
  • Isometric exercise
  • Aerobic exercise (correct)
  • Isotonic exercise

What is the term for the maximum amount of oxygen the body can use during intense exercise?

<p>VO2max (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of regular aerobic exercise on cardiovascular health?

<p>Decreased risk of heart disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to oxygen uptake by the body during exercise in an individual with a trained cardiorespiratory system?

<p>It increases with relative ease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of exercise for individuals who have lost a significant amount of weight?

<p>Up to 90 minutes daily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 10-minute cool-down after exercise?

<p>To gradually decrease exercise intensity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should a person exercise to maintain CR fitness?

<p>3-5 days per week (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the benefits of exercise if there is a substantial reduction in physical activity?

<p>The benefits diminish within 2 weeks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to incorporate non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) into daily life?

<p>To minimize risk of premature death (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a person do when returning to exercise after a break?

<p>Gradually return to previous level of intensity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum duration of an exercise program required to increase the likelihood of success?

<p>Four to six weeks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary condition for the heart muscle to become stronger?

<p>The heart muscle must be overloaded (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the intensity level of vigorous exercise as a percentage of capacity?

<p>70% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to estimate Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)?

<p>207 - (0.7 x age) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Physical Activity Perceived Exertion (H-PAPE) scale?

<p>To subjectively rate exercise difficulty (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to monitor heart rate during exercise?

<p>Monitoring heart rate for 10 seconds at a time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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