How Much Do You Know About Exercise Habits And Fitness?
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Which of the following is accurate regarding the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?
- A.
In anaerobic exercise oxygen is used in order to create energy
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Aerobic exercise involves more fast-twitch muscles
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In aerobic exercise lactic acid fermentation is used to create energy
- D.
Aerobic exercise is better for the health of your cardiovascular system than anaerobic exercise
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Anaerobic exercise is usually associated with endurance activities
Correct Answer
D. Aerobic exercise is better for the health of your cardiovascular system than anaerobic exerciseExplanation
Anaerobic - Fast-twitch, Non-endurance activities (exertion), Lactic Acid Fermentation
Aerobic - Slow-twitch, Endurance activities, OxygenRate this question:
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Which of the following activities is generally least stressful on your knee joints?
- A.
Outdoor biking
- B.
Jogging
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Pick-up basketball
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Squatting
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Swimming
Correct Answer
E. SwimmingExplanation
Swimming is very good for all of your joints as it doesn't apply much stress or pressure to them.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not indicative of a powerlifting session?
- A.
Low reps, Low weight
- B.
Low reps, High weight
- C.
High reps, Low weight
- D.
High reps, High weight
Correct Answer
B. Low reps, High weightExplanation
This is the opposite of a endurance lifting session, which is choice C.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is a good guideline for weight training workout?
- A.
Starting with large muscle groups and working towards smaller muscle groups
- B.
Starting with power lifting and working towards endurance lifting
- C.
Maxing out on a regular basis
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Eating a large meal before the workout
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Stretching only after the workout
Correct Answer
A. Starting with large muscle groups and working towards smaller muscle groupsExplanation
Starting with large and going to small muscle groups allows for maximum muscle workout.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is the effect of creatine?
- A.
Increasing the amount of fast-twitch muscles
- B.
Increasing the amount of slow-twitch muscles
- C.
Increasing the amount of water weight
- D.
Decreasing total body fat concentration
- E.
Decreasing the amount of naturally-occurring testosterone
Correct Answer
C. Increasing the amount of water weightExplanation
Creatine's value as a supplement has been questioned because it is said to only increase the water weight in your body and not actual muscle mass.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not a workout that exercises the triceps?
- A.
Bench press
- B.
Row
- C.
Lat pulldown
- D.
Curl
- E.
Shoulder press
Correct Answer
D. CurlExplanation
Curling only works out the biceps and forearms.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is the recommended technique for running uphill?
- A.
Taking longer breaths and increasing your stride
- B.
Decreasing your stride
- C.
Expending more energy on the way up because you will not have to use as much on the way downhill
- D.
Increasing your speed as you ascent
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Decreasing your strideExplanation
Decreasing your stride makes it easier to run uphill.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not a type of abdominal stretch or exercise?
- A.
Planks
- B.
Crunches
- C.
Sit-ups
- D.
Extensions
Correct Answer
D. ExtensionsExplanation
Abs cannot extend and therefore extensions are not really an ab workout.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following is not a seen as a potential benefit of Yoga?
- A.
Spiritual enlightenment
- B.
Increased range of motion
- C.
Increased lung capacity
- D.
Increased core and peripheral strength
- E.
All of the above are
Correct Answer
E. All of the above areExplanation
Yoga actually does all of these things and more, which makes it a popular form of alternative exercise.Rate this question:
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