ACE Cardiorespiratory Program Design 3

Question 1

Which component of the FITT-VP principle refers to the total amount of exercise performed, combining frequency, intensity, and time?

Accepted Answer

Volume

Answer

Volume represents the overall exercise dose and is calculated as the product of frequency, intensity, and duration.

Question 2

A client's submaximal cycle ergometer test produces the following result: HR = 160 bpm at 150 watts. Which variable MOST directly limits further increases in VO2 in a healthy untrained adult?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac output

Answer

In untrained individuals, cardiac output (stroke volume × heart rate) is the primary limiting factor for maximal oxygen uptake.

Question 3

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is MOST appropriate for which client profile?

Accepted Answer

A fit client seeking to break through a performance plateau

Answer

HIIT provides greatest benefit to already-fit clients looking to improve performance; it is too intense for deconditioned or high-risk populations.

Question 4

What is the primary energy system used during a 10-minute moderate-intensity jog?

Accepted Answer

Oxidative phosphorylation (aerobic)

Answer

Activities lasting longer than ~2–3 minutes at moderate intensity rely predominantly on oxidative phosphorylation for ATP production.

Question 5

Which cardiorespiratory training method uses a single, continuous effort at a steady-state intensity throughout the entire session?

Accepted Answer

Long slow distance (LSD)

Answer

Long slow distance training maintains a constant moderate intensity for an extended duration without variation in pace.

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ACE Cardiorespiratory Program Design 3