CPD Physical Fitness & Wellness 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the recommended minimum number of days per week for cardiovascular exercise to maintain police fitness standards?
- 1 day
- 2 days
- 3 days (Correct answer)
- 6 days
Correct answer: 3 days
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends at least 3 days per week of cardiovascular exercise to maintain adequate aerobic fitness.
Question 2: During the CPD Physical Readiness Test, which component is measured by the 1.5-mile run?
- Muscular strength
- Flexibility
- Cardiovascular endurance (Correct answer)
- Body composition
Correct answer: Cardiovascular endurance
The 1.5-mile run measures cardiovascular endurance, which is critical for officers who must sustain physical effort during extended pursuits.
Question 3: A CPD officer experiences shortness of breath and dizziness during a fitness test. What is the most appropriate immediate response?
- Push through and complete the test
- Stop the activity and notify a supervisor or medical staff (Correct answer)
- Slow down but continue
- Drink water and rest for 2 minutes before resuming
Correct answer: Stop the activity and notify a supervisor or medical staff
Shortness of breath and dizziness are warning signs that require immediately stopping activity and alerting medical personnel.
Question 4: Which nutrient is the body's primary fuel source during high-intensity physical activity?
- Fat
- Protein
- Carbohydrates (Correct answer)
- Vitamins
Correct answer: Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are converted to glycogen and serve as the primary energy source during high-intensity exercise.
Question 5: What does BMI (Body Mass Index) measure?
- Percentage of body fat only
- Ratio of weight to height squared (Correct answer)
- Cardiovascular fitness level
- Muscle-to-fat ratio
Correct answer: Ratio of weight to height squared
BMI is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters.
Question 6: How long before a fitness test should an officer avoid heavy meals?
- 30 minutes
- 1 hour
- 2–3 hours (Correct answer)
- 12 hours
Correct answer: 2–3 hours
Eating a heavy meal 2–3 hours before a fitness test allows adequate digestion and prevents discomfort during exertion.
Question 7: Which of the following best describes 'functional fitness' for law enforcement?
- Ability to lift maximum weight in one repetition
- Fitness that directly supports job-related physical tasks (Correct answer)
- Maintaining an ideal BMI score
- Completing a marathon under 4 hours
Correct answer: Fitness that directly supports job-related physical tasks
Functional fitness refers to physical conditioning that supports the specific demands of police work, such as restraining suspects and climbing obstacles.
CPD Physical Fitness & Wellness 2
What is the recommended minimum number of days per week for cardiovascular exercise to maintain police fitness standards?