Practice Exams 1 From Email

Which of the following muscles acts synergistically to the vastus lateralis during the upward movement phase of the squat?

Which is an approximate rest interval for a middle distance runner performing 800-m running intervals in 2 minutes?

Which of the following human muscle fiber types possesses the highest capillary density?

Which of the following upper arm muscle groups and types of muscle actions are associated with the biceps curl exercise? I. flexors, eccentric II. extensors, eccentric III. flexors, concentric IV. extensors, concentric

As compared to males, the potential of force production in females per muscle cross-sectional area is

A 176 Ib (80 kg) athlete has an average daily intake of 450g of carbohydrate, 75g of protein, and 100g of fat. What percent of the total kilocalorie intake is fat?

Which cardiovascular adaptations to chronic aerobic exercise contribute the most to improved aerobic endurance performance?

An untrained college-aged athlete begins a strength training program. After training for 3 weeks, her strength increases dramatically. Which of the following is the most influential factor responsible for this improvement?

Which of the following ankle movements and planes of action occur with the upward movement phase of the standing calf (heel) raise exercise?

All of the following applied program design variables contribute to significant exercise-induced increases in serum testosterone concentrations EXCEPT:

Which of the following exercises involves a first-class lever?

The depletion of which fuel sources may contribute to fatigue in prolonged aerobic events AND repeated anaerobic exercise bouts?

Which of the following causes the largest increase in serum growth hormone concentration?

Which is a characteristic of fast-twitch muscle fibers?

What type of lipid comprises the majority of dietary fat?

Which activity places the LEAST metabolic demand on the phosphagen energy system?

Which is a characteristic of a vertical chest press machine versus a free weight bench press?

In what elbow position is the torque generating capabilities of the elbow flexors greatest?

What energy system is used the most during a 400 m sprint race?

Which exercise stimulates the greatest increase in axial skeleton bone mineral density?

Which of the following is a dietary source of an incomplete protein?

Which describes the proper position of the lumbar spine during the performance of the back squat?

Which substrates requires oxygen to be available to allow it to be metabolized for energy for exercise? I. triglycerides II. muscle glycogen III. amino acids IV. blood glucose

Dynamically pre-stretching a muscle is associated with which type of subsequent muscle action?

Which is an indicator of anorexia nervosa?

Which decreases as a result of resistance training and increases due to aerobic training?

Performance decrements from dehydration among aerobic athletes may begin to occur after the loss of what percentage of body mass?

Which competitive situations would inspire an athlete with a high motive to achieve success (MAS)?

Which is the most appropriate course of action if an eating disorder is suspected with an athlete?

All are changes to collagen fibrils within a tendon in response to a resistance training program EXCEPT increased

Which of the following events occurs during a concentric muscle action?

All are potential indicators of overtraining EXCEPT::

When lifting maximal loads, the use of a weight belt may provide the greatest benefits when performing which of the following exercises?

A 6'2" (188 cm), 220 Ib (100 kg) college football player desires to gain muscle weight. Which of the following should be his first nutritional priority if his current 3000 kcal/day intake consists of 18% protein (1.4 g/kg), 55% carbohydrate (4.1g/kg), and 27% fat (0.9g/kg)?

During a single aerobic exercise session, oxygen is delivered to the working muscles at an elevated rate due to an increase in: