Lesson 11: Physical Activity Assessments Quiz

Subjective methods of assessing physical activity include ______ questionnaires

Objective methods of assessing physical activity include ______ Observation

Assessment of Intensity includes Talk Test and Perceived ______ (Borg Rating Scale)

Metabolic Equivalent (MET) is a level used in methods of assessing physical activity to measure ______

The most commonly used method to measure physical activity is self-report ______

Self-report activity diaries provide a more detailed and accurate assessment of physical activity, but they are time-consuming and require participants' ______

Accelerometers measure the frequency and intensity of body movements, while ______ count the number of steps taken by an individual.

Heart-rate monitors measure the heart rate during exercise, while armbands track the energy expenditure of the individual. These devices provide objective and accurate measurements of physical activity, but they require technical expertise to use them. In conclusion, the choice of method for measuring PA depends on the study's objective, sample size, budget, and availability of ______.

Unlike objective methods that rely on instruments and measurements to quantify data, subjective methods rely on the participant's subjective experiences, perceptions, and ______.

The information collected through subjective methods is based on the participant's own interpretation of their experiences, and as such, can provide a rich source of data that may be difficult to obtain through ______ methods.

Researchers must be aware of the potential biases and limitations associated with subjective methods, such as social desirability bias, recall bias, and cognitive ______.

Despite these challenges, subjective methods have a wide range of applications in many fields, including nutrition, physical activity, and public ______.