Wellness Physical Fitness and Exercise 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week do US guidelines recommend for adults?
- 150 minutes (Correct answer)
- 60 minutes
- 300 minutes
- 90 minutes
Correct answer: 150 minutes
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week for adults.
Question 2: What does 'FITT' stand for in exercise programming?
- Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type (Correct answer)
- Fitness, Intervals, Training, Technique
- Force, Intervals, Tone, Tempo
- Flexibility, Intensity, Timing, Target
Correct answer: Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
FITT is an acronym used in exercise science to describe the key variables of a training program: Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type.
Question 3: What is the purpose of a warm-up before exercise?
- To gradually increase heart rate and prepare muscles for activity (Correct answer)
- To burn the most calories
- To stretch muscles to their maximum length
- To deplete glycogen stores
Correct answer: To gradually increase heart rate and prepare muscles for activity
A warm-up gradually elevates heart rate, increases blood flow to muscles, and prepares the body for more intense activity, reducing injury risk.
Question 4: Which type of exercise is best for improving cardiovascular endurance?
- Aerobic exercise (Correct answer)
- Isometric exercise
- Static stretching
- Plyometrics only
Correct answer: Aerobic exercise
Aerobic exercise, such as running, swimming, or cycling, improves cardiovascular endurance by strengthening the heart and lungs over time.
Question 5: What is the recommended number of days per week for muscle-strengthening activities for US adults?
- 2 or more days (Correct answer)
- 5 or more days
- 1 day
- Every day
Correct answer: 2 or more days
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend muscle-strengthening activities involving all major muscle groups on 2 or more days per week.
Question 6: What is 'progressive overload' in strength training?
- Gradually increasing the stress placed on the body during exercise over time (Correct answer)
- Starting with the heaviest weight possible
- Reducing workout volume each session
- Alternating between cardio and strength daily
Correct answer: Gradually increasing the stress placed on the body during exercise over time
Progressive overload is the principle of gradually and systematically increasing training volume or intensity to continually challenge the body and drive adaptation.
Wellness Physical Fitness and Exercise 1
How many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week do US guidelines recommend for adults?