AFAA Flashcards
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What does the term 'RPE' stand for in exercise science?
Answer: Rate of Perceived Exertion
RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) is a subjective scale, typically the Borg 6–20 scale, used to gauge exercise intensity based on how hard the workout feels.
According to AFAA, which cueing type communicates WHAT movement to perform?
Answer: Movement cue
Movement cues direct participants on which movement to perform next, as opposed to alignment cues that address technique or motivational cues that encourage effort.
The muscle action that occurs when a muscle lengthens while producing force is called:
Answer: Eccentric contraction
Eccentric contractions occur when a muscle generates tension while lengthening, such as the lowering phase of a bicep curl.
Which of the following conditions is an ABSOLUTE contraindication to exercise per AFAA guidelines?
Answer: Unstable angina
Unstable angina represents an absolute contraindication because exercise significantly increases cardiac demand and risk of acute cardiac event.
Which muscle group is targeted by a standing lateral raise exercise?
Answer: Middle deltoid (medial deltoid)
The lateral (medial) deltoid is the primary mover during a standing lateral raise, responsible for shoulder abduction in the frontal plane.
For healthy adults, the ACSM and AFAA recommend accumulating how many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week?
Answer: 150 minutes
Current guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week for general health benefits in adults.
Which anatomical plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) halves?
Answer: Frontal (coronal) plane
The frontal (coronal) plane divides the body into front and back sections, and movements in this plane include abduction and adduction.