AFAA Program Design and Exercise Prescription 2

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the 'overload principle' in exercise programming?

Accepted Answer

Gradually increasing the demand placed on the body beyond what it is accustomed to

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Exercising at maximum intensity every session

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Performing the same workout indefinitely

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Reducing exercise volume to allow recovery

Question 2

What is the purpose of a cool-down at the end of a group fitness class?

Accepted Answer

To gradually return heart rate and blood pressure to resting levels and reduce DOMS

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To increase heart rate for additional calorie burn

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To prevent muscle development

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To replace the warm-up if time is limited

Question 3

For a healthy adult, how long should a typical moderate-intensity cardiovascular exercise session last according to general fitness guidelines?

Accepted Answer

20–60 minutes

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5–10 minutes

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90–120 minutes

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10–15 minutes

Question 4

Which of the following is a key benefit of incorporating flexibility training into a fitness program?

Accepted Answer

Improved joint range of motion and reduced injury risk

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Increased bone density

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Significant increases in cardiovascular endurance

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Decreased muscular strength

Question 5

When applying the progression principle, how should exercise intensity or volume be increased?

Accepted Answer

Gradually and incrementally to allow the body to adapt safely

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By doubling the workload every session

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Only after a rest period of at least two weeks

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As quickly as possible to accelerate results

Question 6

In exercise prescription, what is a MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) used to measure?

Accepted Answer

The energy cost of physical activity relative to resting metabolic rate

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Muscular strength output during resistance training

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The maximum heart rate achievable during exercise

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Body composition changes over time

Question 7

Which training variable should an AFAA instructor manipulate to help a participant break through a fitness plateau?

Accepted Answer

Adjust frequency, intensity, time, or type of exercise

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Keep all variables identical to previous sessions

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Only change the music tempo

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Eliminate the cool-down phase