Chapter 1
Human life span is how many years?
125
All exercise is physical activity, but not all physical activity is exercise.
True or False
True
What are the five distinct stages of change?
Action, maintenance, precontemplation, preparation, and contemplation
The components of physical fitness include:
Cardiorespiratory endurance
Muscular endurance
Flexibility
All of the above
All of the above
Circulation between the heart and lungs is called:
Pulmonary circulation
What is fitness?
The ability to carry out daily tasks with vigor and alertness without undue fatigue, and with ample energy to enjoy leisure time pursuits.
According to research, reduction in cancer risks is not associated with regular physical activity.
True or False
False
When an individual makes excuses for not taking action on an issue, that stage is called?
Action
the fourth level of the physical activity pyramid is reserved for:
Rest
What does aerobic mean?
Exercising with oxygen
What are the 4 components of fitness?
Cardiorespiratory fitness
Flexibility
Body Composition
Muscle Strengthening
Research shows that physically active adults have lower risk of which mental disorder?
Depression
When an individual begins to move towards a healthier behavior, that stage of change is?
Action
50%
The body's natural painkiller that is produced in the brain is:
Endorphin
Life expectancy in the United States in 2011 has reached?
78.8 years
Physical activity has many health benefits for older adults. one of the benefits is a lower risk of which type of fracture?
Hip
How long should a person be in the action phase before moving to the maintenance phase?
6 months
What is the acronym used to remember the dimensions of designing a workout?
FITT
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic endurance workouts?
3 to 5 times
What most predicts a woman's genetic effect on age?
Age at menopause
Jakob has not been physically active for years. what are the two main concerns that prevent individuals like Jakob from beginning physical activity?
Risk of injury, sudden heart attacks
Which of the following is considered the finish line in the stage of behavior?
Reward
Control
Acceptance
Relapse
Acceptance
Before starting any exercise program, what should you do?
Check your health status
Aerobic workouts should last for how long each session
20 to 60 minutes