ACSM Exercise Prescription 2

Question 1

According to ACSM, what is the recommended number of days per week for moderate-intensity aerobic exercise to improve cardiorespiratory fitness?

Accepted Answer

3-5 days

Answer

ACSM recommends 3-5 days per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for improving cardiorespiratory fitness.

Question 2

A client with hypertension wants to start an exercise program. Which type of resistance training set configuration does ACSM recommend for this population?

Accepted Answer

Circuit training with moderate loads

Answer

ACSM recommends circuit-style resistance training with moderate loads for hypertensive clients to avoid excessive blood pressure spikes.

Question 3

What does the 'T' stand for in the FITT-VP principle of exercise prescription?

Accepted Answer

Type

Answer

In the FITT-VP acronym, 'T' represents Type, referring to the mode or modality of exercise.

Question 4

Which RPE value on the 6-20 Borg scale corresponds approximately to moderate-intensity exercise for most adults?

Accepted Answer

12-14

Answer

An RPE of 12-14 on the 6-20 Borg scale corresponds to moderate-intensity exercise, roughly 40-59% VO2R.

Question 5

For a previously sedentary older adult (age 65), ACSM recommends starting aerobic exercise at which intensity level?

Accepted Answer

Moderate (40-59% VO2R)

Answer

ACSM recommends older sedentary adults begin at moderate intensity (40-59% VO2R) to reduce injury risk and improve adherence.

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