ACE Cardiorespiratory Program Design 2

Question 1

A client's heart rate at ventilatory threshold 1 (VT1) is 145 bpm. Which training zone corresponds to intensities just BELOW VT1?

Accepted Answer

Zone 1 — aerobic base

Answer

Zone 1 represents intensities below VT1 where fat oxidation is predominant and conversation is easy.

Question 2

Which ACE IFT model phase introduces interval training between VT1 and VT2?

Accepted Answer

Phase 3

Answer

Phase 3 of the ACE IFT cardiorespiratory model introduces intervals at or slightly above VT1 to improve aerobic efficiency.

Question 3

During a talk test, a client can speak in short phrases but not full sentences. This most closely corresponds to which physiological marker?

Accepted Answer

At or near VT1

Answer

The talk test 'first ventilatory threshold' point occurs when a client can no longer speak comfortably in full sentences.

Question 4

A client wants to improve 5K race performance. Which training method BEST addresses lactate clearance capacity?

Accepted Answer

Tempo runs at VT2 intensity

Answer

Tempo runs sustained at VT2 intensity train the body to clear lactate more efficiently, directly improving race performance.

Question 5

Which formula is used to calculate training heart rate using the Karvonen (heart rate reserve) method?

Accepted Answer

THR = (HRmax − HRrest) × intensity% + HRrest

Answer

The Karvonen formula adds the resting heart rate back after applying the desired intensity percentage to the heart rate reserve.

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