29 Questions
What are the components of the FITT Principle?
Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
What does METs stand for in the context of exercise?
Metabolic Equivalents
How can exercise be classified?
Exercise can be classified based on its type, intensity, and duration.
What is the acute response to exercise?
The immediate physiological changes that occur during and after exercise.
How does exercise impact performance?
Exercise can enhance physical, mental, and cognitive performance.
What is the relationship between exercise and major diseases?
Regular exercise is associated with a reduced risk of major diseases like cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
What are the three energy systems discussed in the text?
Phosphagen (ATP-PCr); Glycolytic; Oxidative Phosphorylation
What is the limiting factor of endurance performance according to the text?
Delivery of O2 to the muscle and the muscle's capacity to use O2 for ATP production
What is the indicator of endurance performance mentioned in the text?
VO2max
What is meant by 'high performance with one fitness characteristic does not necessarily mean others will be high'?
Having high endurance does not guarantee high strength, power, or flexibility.
What is the phosphagen system limited by during short-term, high-intensity exercise?
ATP present
What are the 'Big 4' non-communicable diseases responsible for the majority of global mortality?
CVD, Cancer, Chronic Respiratory Disease, Diabetes
Define Physical Activity.
Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscle that requires energy beyond resting.
What does the acronym FITT stand for in the context of exercise?
Frequency, Intensity, Time (Duration), Type
How is 1 MET defined in terms of energy expenditure?
1 MET = 1 kcal/kg of body mass/hour
What is the energy 'currency' used to power skeletal muscle contractions?
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)
Name two risk factors for non-communicable diseases.
Physical inactivity, Unhealthy diet, Tobacco use, Harmful use of alcohol, Air pollution
What limits the delivery of oxygen via the bloodstream?
Cardiac output and O2 transport capacity of blood via RBC's
What factors affect maximum strength?
Neuromuscular characteristics, muscle mass, muscle volume, and muscle cross-sectional area
How is power measured?
Rate of force development (RFD)
What does balance involve?
Maintaining center of gravity over base of support
According to the WHO, what is the definition of health?
A state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing
How does physical inactivity relate to cardiovascular disease risk?
Increases the risk of CVD
What are the ACSM recommendations for exercise in terms of frequency, duration, and intensity to prevent metabolic syndrome?
5 times per week for 30-60 minutes at moderate intensity or 3 times per week for 20-60 minutes at vigorous intensity
What cluster of conditions predisposes someone to the development of type II diabetes and cardiovascular disease?
Metabolic Syndrome
How many conditions need to be present for a diagnosis of Metabolic Syndrome?
Three
What are three musculoskeletal diseases associated with aging?
Sarcopenia, dynapenia, osteopenia, osteoporosis
Which type of exercise seems to be more effective for anxiety based on the text?
Endurance Training (ET)
What is the overall conclusion about the role of exercise in enhancing health and well-being?
Exercise remains a viable method of enhancing overall health and well-being.
This quiz covers the impact of physical activity and exercise on health and performance as taught by Dr. Stephen Cornish in the KPER 3512 class. Note-taking volunteers are needed for this class through Student Accessibility Services.
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