Trivia Flashcards
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Which of the following is a contraindicated exercise according to AFAA guidelines due to potential injury risk?
Answer: Full neck circles
Full neck circles are contraindicated by AFAA because they place excessive stress on the cervical spine and surrounding structures.
What is the Karvonen formula primarily used to calculate in fitness programming?
Answer: Target heart rate training zone
The Karvonen formula uses resting heart rate and maximum heart rate to calculate a personalized target heart rate training zone.
In AFAA group fitness, what does 'cueing' refer to?
Answer: Verbal or visual instructions given to direct participants
Cueing refers to the verbal, visual, or tactile signals an instructor uses to direct, motivate, and correct participant movement.
Which body system is primarily responsible for the 'fight or flight' response during intense exercise?
Answer: Sympathetic nervous system
The sympathetic nervous system triggers the fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate, blood flow, and adrenaline during intense exercise.
What certification body accredits AFAA's fitness certification programs?
Answer: NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies)
AFAA certifications are accredited by the NCCA, the gold standard for validating professional certification programs.
What is the primary energy system used during a 45-minute moderate-intensity aerobics class?
Answer: Aerobic (oxidative) system
A 45-minute moderate-intensity class relies primarily on the aerobic oxidative system, which uses oxygen to produce ATP from fat and carbohydrates.
According to AFAA, what is the recommended action if a participant reports chest pain during class?
Answer: Stop the exercise, have them rest, and call for emergency assistance
Chest pain during exercise is a serious warning sign; AFAA instructs instructors to stop exercise immediately, have the participant rest, and activate emergency services.