Fitness Lessons Body Composition and Weight Management

Question 1

What does BMI (Body Mass Index) measure?

Accepted Answer

The ratio of weight to height squared

Answer

BMI is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters, providing a general screening tool for weight categories.

Question 2

Approximately how many calories must you burn in excess of what you consume to lose one pound of body fat?

Accepted Answer

3,500 calories

Answer

One pound of fat contains approximately 3,500 calories, so a deficit of 3,500 calories through diet and/or exercise is needed to lose one pound.

Question 3

Which macronutrient provides the most calories per gram?

Accepted Answer

Fat

Answer

Fat provides 9 calories per gram, which is more than double the 4 calories per gram provided by both carbohydrates and protein.

Question 4

What is the generally accepted healthy body fat percentage range for adult men?

Accepted Answer

14–24%

Answer

A body fat percentage of 14–24% is considered healthy for adult men, with athletes typically in the 6–13% range.

Question 5

Which type of tissue burns significantly more calories at rest compared to fat tissue?

Accepted Answer

Muscle tissue

Answer

Muscle tissue is metabolically active and burns approximately 6 calories per pound per day at rest, compared to only about 2 calories per pound for fat tissue.

Fitness Lessons Practice Test

Fitness Lessons Practice Test

Fitness Lessons Body Composition and Weight Management