The term exercise physiology means the study of how
a. to become a better body builder.
b. the body strives to prepare for exercise.
c. the body prepares for and performs exercise.
d. to exercise more efficiently. - ANSC
Timed runs, sit-ups, pull-ups, and push-ups, or your survivability in combat are all
measurements of
a. muscular strength.
b. muscular endurance.
c. exercise physiology.
d. optimal fitness. - ANSD
Which term is defined as the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly without fatiguing or to
maintain a contraction for an extended period of time?
a. Muscular strength
b. Muscular endurance
c. Cardio-pulmonary endurance
d. Flexibility - ANSB
Which is a change that occurs in the heart and blood vessels as a result of regular exercise?
a. Blood pressure decreases
b. Breathing rate increases
c. Tidal volume increases
d. Breathing rate decreases at rest - ANSA
Which term defines a molecule that serves as the source of energy for fueling muscle
contraction?
a. Adenosine tri-phosphate (ATP)
b. Creatine Phosphate (CP)
c. Aerobic energy pathway
d. Lactic acid - ANSA
Which energy pathway is used to fuel quick powerful movements that require a lot of energy
right away?
a. Creatine Phosphate
b. Anaerobic
c. Aerobic
d. ATP - ANSB
Which energy pathway is not activated quickly; however, since oxygen is usually available to
the working muscle, it can provide energy for a long period of time?
a. Creatine Phosphate
, b. Anaerobic
c. Aerobic
d. ATP - ANSC
Which benefit of a warm-up results in both speed and strength enhancement during
exercise?
a. Opening of blood vessels
b. Increase in body temperature
c. Improved heart and lung function
d. Improved range of motion - ANSB
SSgt Handle is recovering from knee surgery. She was told by her doctor to refrain from
performing strenuous exercises right now, but begin using her legs more often to aid in
developing strength. She decides to take a light walk up the block. Which warm-up would
best suit SSgt Handle?
a. Specific
b. General
c. Passive
d. Limited - ANSC
Which guideline for warming-up best suits SSgt Handle who is recovering from knee surgery
but wants to begin conditioning the area?
a. Should last approximately 5 to 15 minutes or long enough for the individual to break a
sweat.
b. The more intense the activity, the longer the warm-up should be.
c. Adjust the frequency, intensity, and duration according to your current
fitness level.
d. The longer the warm-up, the more beneficial it becomes. - ANSC
Match the steps for static stretch in column 1 with its correct procedure in column 2. Place
your responses in the spaces provided.
Column 1
Step
One ____
Two ___
Three___
Four ____
Five___
Column 2
Procedure
A. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds as you breathe normally; relax.
B. Repeat the stretch two or three times, with each time through, exhale as you slowly
stretch a bit farther, making sure to stop just short of feeling discomfort.
C. Emphasize slow smooth movements and breathe normally.
D. Warm-up for 5 to 15 minutes until you begin to sweat.
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