Be Specific
Katrina learned about the principle of specificity in her HOPE class.
Which is an example of applying this principle correctly?
A. performing yoga exercises to improve speed
B. performing yoga exercises to improve balance
C. jogging to improve balance
D. jogging to improve reaction time
B. performing yoga exercises to improve balance
Which skill-related fitness component do both activities have MOST in common?
Activity #1: Receiving a pass in basketball
Activity #2: Using a video game controller during exergaming
A. agility
B. balance
C. coordination
D. power
C. coordination
Gretchen is playing softball and the temperature is 90 degrees. What is the BEST choice to ensure that she stays safe?
A. wear light-weight clothing
B. apply sunscreen
C. drink water
D. wear a hat
C. drink water
Skylar is a sophomore on the high school basketball team. She also plays for the Amateur Athletic Union basketball team and attends basketball camps in the summer. Her goal is to play basketball in college and at the professional level.
If Skylar continues to play and practice for long periods of time each day, which health risk is she MOST likely to face?
A. prone to injury
B. inadequate nutrition
C. lack of sufficient sleep
D. susceptibility to disease
A. prone to injury
Which activity has similar stroke techniques to tennis?
A. croquet
B. golf
C. pickle ball
D. softball
C. pickle ball
Marisol is jogging and is unsure if her running intensity is suitable. Which option is NOT be an appropriate method for Marisol to measure the intensity levels of her jog?
A. time the run
B. check her heart rate
C. level of perspiration
D. perceived level of exertion
A. time the run
Campbell demonstrates a high level of agility and flexibility. He does not like contact sports. What activity should you suggest he participate?
A. basketball
B. football
C. soccer
D. tennis
D. tennis
Luanne is classified as obese as a result of overeating and lack of physical activity. What is a health problem that can be associated with obesity?
A. diabetes
B. hormonal balance
C. hypotension
D. salivation
A. diabetes
Studies show that women with a Body Mass Index or BMI over 23 and men with a BMI over 25 increase their chances of heart disease by 50% and 72% respectively.
Which decision would decrease a person’s risk for heart disease?
A. Lisa’s BMI is 24. She should start brisk walking four days per week for at least 30 minutes per session.
B. Dan’s BMI is 20. Since he is not in the risk zone he should cut back on all physical activity in order to maintain his current BMI.
C. John’s BMI is 30. He should focus only on flexibility so that his joints will be ready for other physical activity in a month.
D. Rose’s BMI is 27. Her husband is an avid golfer, and she is considering taking lessons from him.
A. Lisa’s BMI is 24. She should start brisk walking four days per week for at least 30 minutes per session.
Lucy warms-up for her weekly softball game by only jogging around the field. As her new coach, you know that is not the best warm-up. Which warm-up should Lucy also do and why should she do it?
A. Jog, as this warms the muscles, and elevates the heart rate.
B. Field balls and bat, as this warms muscles specific to softball.
C. Stretch as a team, as this can help prevent injury to muscles.
D. Jump rope, as this promotes muscular speed and elevates the heart rate.
B. Field balls and bat, as this warms muscles specific to softball.
Allyson has joined the local gym to improve her level of physical fitness. She has decided to improve the level of muscular strength in her biceps. She is performing the following routine: two sets of curls, preacher curls, EZ bar curls and cable curls. What principle of training is Allyson using to focus on her bicep muscles?
A. circuit training
B. overload
C. progression
D. specificity
D. specificity
What two factors of skill-related fitness directly impact power?
A. speed and strength
B. agility and reaction time
C. coordination and balance
D. flexibility and endurance
A. speed and strength
Which is the BEST indicator of dehydration?
A. acclimatization
B. outdoor temperature
C. thirst
D. weigh in/out
D. weigh in/out
Peter has been taking cardio dance classes in school. He noticed that he is sweating a lot and breathing heavy. He feels like he is maintaining a good heart rate, but he wants to ensure he is staying in the target heart rate zone.
What method would be MOST accurate in determining his level of intensity at various points of activity?
A. using a pedometer
B. using a heart rate monitor
C. measuring respiratory rate
D. checking pulse for one minute
B. using a heart rate monitor
Gavin is a great punter on his soccer team. He has never participated in any other sport. Due to the principles of skill transfer, which sport would Gavin MOST LIKELY excel in?
A. baseball - batting
B. gymnastics - balance
C. karate - kicking
D. tennis - agility
C. karate - kicking
11. Which activity can BEST be classified as anaerobic?
A. cycling for 10 minutes
B. distance running for 10 minutes
C. speed walking for 10 minutes
D. sprints with walking for 10 minutes
D. sprints with walking for 10 minutes
Which skill-related fitness component is ABSENT from both activities?
Activity #1: sprinting 100 meters
Activity #2: jogging one mile
A. agility
B. balance
C. power
D. speed
A. agility
Progressive resistive exercises can be used by athletes to gain muscle strength appropriately and avoid injury. Which statement BEST describes this concept?
A. The body will adapt to the specific demands placed on it.
B. The athlete stresses the muscle beyond the demands of previous activity.
C. The athlete gradually increases the load and volume of training over a period of time.
D. This type of exercise uses multiple sets in which the weight is increased or decreased.
C. The athlete gradually increases the load and volume of training over a period of time.
What are the benefits of aerobic activities compared to anaerobic activities?
A. Aerobic activities increase endurance, increase lactic acid, increase muscle mass, strengthen the heart, and lower the heart rate while anaerobic activities do not.
B. Aerobic activities increase endurance, increase lactic acid, increase muscle mass, strengthen the heart, and increase the heart rate while anaerobic activities do not.
C. Aerobic activities increase endurance, decrease lactic acid, increase muscle mass, strengthen the heart, and lower the heart rate while anaerobic activities do not.
D. Aerobic activities increase endurance, increase lactic acid, decrease muscle mass, strengthen the heart, and increase heart rate while anaerobic activities do not.
A. Aerobic activities increase endurance, increase lactic acid, increase muscle mass, strengthen the heart, and lower the heart rate while anaerobic activities do not.
Which is NOT a reason to cool-down after a workout?
A. It helps to build muscle.
B. It helps to reduce sore muscles.
C. It helps reduce heart rate.
D. It helps to prevent the buildup of blood in the veins.
A. It helps to build muscle.
Elizabeth is preparing to try out for the track team as a high jumper. She would like to increase her leg strength. What principle of training would BEST help her achieve the goal?
A. frequency
B. overload
C. progression
D. specificity
D. specificity
When playing baseball, Chad wants to hit with more power. Which strategy BEST helps Chad reach his goal?
A. practice swings with a smaller ball and lift weights
B. practice swings with a weighted bat and lift weights
C. practice batting two days per week, then increase to three days per week
D. practice batting three days per week, and swing a golf club two days per week
B. practice swings with a weighted bat and lift weights
Zoe has begun an exercise program to improve her cardiorespiratory fitness. She is 15 years old. She would like to keep her heart rate up to 75% of maximum heart rate. What is 80% of Zoe’s maximum heart rate?
A. 147 bpm
B. 164 bpm
C. 176 bpm
D. 205 bpm
B. 164 bpm
Devon has been following his self-designed personal fitness program for one month. His program consists of a comprehensive strength training routine, a cardiovascular enhancement program, a healthy diet plan, an eight hour sleep schedule and a hydration schedule. After his monthly assessment, Devon’s personal running goal of an under eight minute mile was not obtained. Based on this result, which modification to Devon’s fitness program will MOST benefit his goal for completing an under eight minute mile?
A. Change his diet plan by adding more protein.
B. Modify his strength training routine with different exercises.
C. Increase the intensity during cardiovascular routines.
D. Consume more water throughout the day.
C. Increase the intensity during cardiovascular routines.
Regina performs a warm up prior to engaging in any type of physical activity. She makes sure that this warm up session includes the recommended levels of duration and intensity. Why is this aspect important in a warm up session?
A. to lower the body’s blood pressure levels
B. to lower the body’s deep tissue temperature
C. to raise the body’s cholesterol levels
D. to raise the body’s deep tissue temperature
D. to raise the body’s deep tissue temperature