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 two systems work together to maintain homeostasis while transporting oxygen throughout the body and removing carbon dioxide?
A. circulatory and respiratory systems
B. respiratory and excretory systems
C. circulatory and digestive systems
D. respiratory and digestive systems
A. circulatory and respiratory systems
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
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.
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.
Learning and understanding basic health information and services is important. Using these resources to promote individual health and wellness is equally important. What is this knowledge and application called?
A. Health Education
B. Health Advocacy
C. Healthy People 2010
D. Health Triangle
B. Health Advocacy
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
Jacob has recently learned that males in his family suffer from hypertension. What actions should he take to reduce the risk of hypertension?
A. Eat a diet low in protein and increase fitness.
B. Exercise regularly and manage stress.
C. Reduce sugar intake and choose walking instead of running.
D. Sleep additional hours each night and exercise regularly.
B. Exercise regularly and manage stress.
Carla, Scott, Theresa, and Victor want to lose 15 pounds. Carla uses diet pills and aerobics. Scott uses an ab machine and a fat-free diet. Theresa lifts weights and reduces her food portions. Victor does yoga and eliminates carbohydrates from his diet.
Who is following the BEST weight loss plan?
A. Carla
B. Scott
C. Theresa
D. Victor
C. Theresa
The nervous system directs muscles to move. The muscular system produces movements. Which of the following systems, working with the nervous and muscular systems, determines the types of movements the body can make?
A. respiratory system
B. immune system
C. skeletal system
D. endocrine system
C. skeletal system
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
Which is the BEST indicator of dehydration?
A. acclimatization
B. outdoor temperature
C. thirst
D. weigh in/out
D. weigh in/out
Lewis is running in a race. His muscles need oxygen. Which best describes how multiple systems interact to bring him into homeostasis?
A. The circulatory system brings oxygen to the respiratory system, which delivers oxygen to the muscular system.
B. The respiratory system brings oxygen to the circulatory system, which delivers oxygen to the muscular system.
C. The respiratory system brings oxygen to the circulatory system, which delivers oxygen to the skeletal system.
D. The circulatory system brings oxygen to the respiratory system, which delivers oxygen to the skeletal system.
B. The respiratory system brings oxygen to the circulatory system, which delivers oxygen to the muscular system.
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
David has developed hypertension and atherosclerosis through living a sedentary lifestyle. What is the BEST way for him to safely and effectively improve his condition?
A. join a gym with a friend
B. implement a gradual increase in physical activity
C. implement a 7 day a week intense physical training program
D. join a weight loss program and follow their regimented plan
B. implement a gradual increase in physical activity
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