Core Concepts & Fundamentals Flashcards
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Using the age-predicted formula 220 − age, what is the estimated maximum heart rate for a 40-year-old?
Answer: 180 bpm
220 − 40 = 180 beats per minute.
Which energy system primarily fuels a 10-second all-out sprint?
Answer: Phosphagen (ATP-PC) system
The ATP-PC system supplies rapid energy for roughly the first 10 seconds of maximal effort.
An RPE of 'somewhat hard' on the 6–20 Borg scale corresponds to approximately what number?
Answer: 13
On the Borg 6–20 scale, 13 is labeled 'somewhat hard.'
Per U.S. Physical Activity Guidelines, how much moderate-intensity aerobic activity should adults get weekly at minimum?
Answer: 150 minutes
Adults should get at least 150 minutes of moderate (or 75 minutes of vigorous) aerobic activity per week.
What does VO2 max represent?
Answer: Maximum rate of oxygen uptake and use during exercise
VO2 max is the highest rate at which the body can take in and use oxygen, a key aerobic fitness marker.
Which method uses heart rate reserve to set training intensity?
Answer: Karvonen method
The Karvonen formula calculates target heart rate from (max HR − resting HR) × intensity + resting HR.
During the talk test, a person who can talk but not sing is likely exercising at what intensity?
Answer: Moderate
Being able to talk but not sing indicates moderate intensity.
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