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According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) ,what guidelines are recommended for individuals classified as "high risk" for cardiovascular disease?


A) Perform resistance exercise instead of aerobic exercise.
B) Perform a longer stretching warm-up before beginning exercise.
C) Consult a physician before beginning an exercise program.
D) Focus on moderate intensity activity until fitness and health improve.

E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

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Which best characterizes a dynamic warm-up?


A) PNF stretching
B) passive stretching
C) calisthenics of increasing intensity
D) brief intervals of plyometrics

E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

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Which of the following is a sound recommendation for exercise in cold and windy weather?


A) A light coating of petroleum jelly under the arms can help prevent frostbite.
B) Wear gloves rather than mittens.
C) The second layer should be made of capilene.
D) The layer closest to the body should be a wickable fabric.

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Which of the following should occur as a result of the warm-up phase?


A) decreased fat utilization
B) increased lactic acid formation
C) increased fatigue
D) increased body temperature

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Which is the best recommendation for avoiding dehydration?


A) Drink as much fluid as possible.
B) Drink before,during,and after exercise.
C) Consume beverages with caffeine to retain the fluid.
D) Consume fluids immediately following exercise.

E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

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Sheri is 35 years old,is sedentary,and has high cholesterol but no symptoms.Which of the following is true regarding her risk during exercise?


A) She is in moderate risk category and is safe for moderate physical activity only.
B) She is in low risk category and is safe for moderate and vigorous activity.
C) She is in high risk category and should not exercise without a clinical exercise test.
D) She is moderate risk and should see a doctor before doing any physical activity.

E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

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What is good advice for getting rid of muscle cramps due to exercise?


A) perform static stretching
B) take anti-inflammatory medication
C) restrict fluid intake
D) get something to eat right away

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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Which of the following is the most severe heat-related injury?


A) heat cramps
B) heat exhaustion
C) heat stress
D) heat stroke

E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

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Which of the following is true of a cool down?


A) It is not necessary if a warm-up is performed.
B) It prevents blood from pooling in the extremities and reduces risk of fainting.
C) It prevents lactic acid damage in the muscles.
D) It prevents muscle soreness following exercise.

E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

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What are the three components (and the recommended order) of a daily activity program?


A) stretching,workout,resting
B) warm-up,stretching,workout
C) warm-up,workout,cool down
D) workout,cool down,stretching

E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

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What is recommended for the care of tendonitis?


A) ice and rest
B) compression
C) Tylenol
D) elevation

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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Which of the following is a benefit of a warm-up prior to exercise?


A) decreases the risk of irregular heartbeats
B) decreases body temperature
C) reduces range of motion in joints
D) increases muscle stiffness

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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The least severe form of heat problem during exercise is


A) heat exhaustion.
B) heat cramps.
C) heat stroke.
D) hot flashes.

E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

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Which of the following are key components recommended by the ACSM for the cool down phase?


A) resistance training and ballistic stretching
B) ballistic stretching and cardiovascular activity
C) 5 to 10 minutes of light to moderate activity
D) intermittent cardiovascular intervals

E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

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Fans or wind can help cool exercisers via


A) conduction.
B) convection.
C) radiation.
D) dissipation.

E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

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