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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    How often should a person exercise to maintain CR fitness?

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

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

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

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

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

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