Exercise Science Basics
Physiology and Anatomy
Exercise and health
Research and Measurement
Nutrition and Metabolism
Behavioral Science
100

What is the correct definition of exercise science?

The study of numerous aspects of physical activity, exercise, sport, and athletic performance that have the common characteristic of movement and the adaptations that occur as a result of physical activity and regular exercise.

100

What is the central pressure consequence of the Valsalva maneuver and why?

During strain, pressure increases due to impeding the inferior vena cava, and post-strain pressure decreases lower than resting values.

100

According to the American Heart Association, what SBP is considered elevated blood pressure?

121-129

100

What needs to be established first before the other can be utilized? 

UL, AI, RDA, EAR.

EAR, the RDA

100

What is Wishnofsky's rule?

3500 kcals=1 lb of fat

100

Which model emphasizes that an individual's behavior is influenced by their larger social group?

Ecological models 

200

What is the correct definition of physical activity?

Movement activities of daily living, including work- and job-related activities, leisure time activities, and activities performed around the home.

200

What are the components of the FICK equation?

VO2 = Q X AVO2 difference

200

The study comparing the Smith machine versus the regular bench found? what in relation to muscle activation?

Increased medial delt activation on the free bench. 

200

A Calorie (as found on food labels) is equal to 1,000 calories. True or False?

True

200

As part of adaptive thermogenesis, provide a direction for the following as to how they would change to provoke a person to gain weight back.

RMR, NEAT, TEF

They all go down

200

In the Health Belief Model, what does 'Perceived Susceptibility' refer to?

The belief in the risk of contracting an illness.

300

What is the correct definition of exercise physiology?

The study of the anatomical, physiological, and functional responses and adaptations that occur during and following physical activity and exercise.

300

List 4 body composition assessments

Skinfold, bodpod, DXA, UWW, BIA, ultrasound

300

After wearing abdominal weightlifting belts, what was found in relation to injury risk?

It increased.

300

You want to look at the impacts of exercise intensity on blood glucose levels. What is the independent variable? 

Intensity. 

300

What percentage of VO2max is genetically determined?

47%

300

Which theory focuses on attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control?

Theory of planned behavior

400

What is the correct definition of homeostasis?

The maintenance of relatively stable internal physiologic conditions.

400

When bending down to touch the floor, one may experience shortening of the hamstrings at the point of maximal length. This reaction is due to?

muscle spindles. 

400

The London Busman study found?

Drivers were bigger and increased risk for CHD.

400

Which cognitive disruption is proposed as a theory for why restrained eaters binge eat?

Abstinence violation Effect

400

What is the correct order of circulation through the heart? Order the following

aorta, Left atrium, Right atrium, Left ventricle, pulmonary veins, pulmonary artery, lungs, right ventricle

Right atrium, right ventricle, pulmonary artery, lungs, pulmonary vein, Left atrium, Left ventricle, aorta

400

What is THE key component of Social Cognitive Theory?

Self-efficacy

500

What is the correct definition of validity

The extent to which a measuring device measures what it proposes or claims to measure.

500

The length-tension relationship of the sarcomere states, the sarcomere exerts most force when it is neither lengthened nor shortened. Why?

When lengthened or shortened, the myosin heads are not all in contact with actin.

500

As exercise intensity goes up (%VO₂max), which energy sources is used?

Carbohydrates. 

500

Exercise adherence is challenging for most individuals, and approximately what percentage of those who start a program discontinue or "drop out" within the first 6 months?

50%

500

Type I fibers are known as slow oxidative and are known for their slow speed of contraction and __________ resistance to fatigue.

High 

500

Which model includes stages such as Precontemplation, Contemplation, and Preparation?

Transtheoretical Model.