Weight Loss Weight Loss Exercise 2

Question 1

Which heart rate zone is most associated with fat oxidation as the primary fuel source during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Fat-burning zone (60–70% HRmax)

Answer

At 60–70% of maximum heart rate, the body relies more heavily on fat as a fuel source, though total calorie burn is lower than at higher intensities.

Question 2

How many days per week of strength training does the CDC recommend for adults seeking health and weight management benefits?

Accepted Answer

2 or more days

Answer

The CDC recommends muscle-strengthening activities on 2 or more days per week as part of a balanced fitness program for adults.

Question 3

What is the primary reason walking is often recommended as a starting exercise for overweight individuals in the US?

Accepted Answer

It is low-impact, accessible, and sustainable long-term

Answer

Walking is low-impact (protecting joints), free, requires no equipment, and is easy to sustain long-term, making it ideal for those beginning a weight loss journey.

Question 4

Which principle describes increasing exercise intensity, duration, or frequency over time to continue making fitness and weight loss progress?

Accepted Answer

Progressive overload

Answer

Progressive overload means gradually increasing the challenge of exercise to prevent plateaus and continue stimulating adaptations that support weight loss.

Question 5

What does research suggest about the combination of diet AND exercise compared to diet alone for long-term weight loss maintenance?

Accepted Answer

The combination is superior for maintaining weight loss long-term

Answer

Multiple studies show that combining caloric restriction with regular exercise produces better long-term weight maintenance than dieting alone.

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Weight Loss Weight Loss Exercise 2