HS 9.05 Unit Test Review

Which example best shows how muscle strengthening can improve a person’s health?

• Bench press sets without rest breaks builds resistance to disease more quickly.

• Lat pull-downs on a resistance machine strengthen muscles that improve posture.

• Barbell half squats that cause pain effectively reduce the risk of heart problems.

• Bicep curls with sudden movements improve bone and ligament health in the arms.

How does the body respond to a diet that is high in saturated fat?

• It reduces calorie counts.

• It stores more amino acids.

• It raises unsaturated fat levels.

• It produces more cholesterol.

What is the correct definition of a set in fitness?

• a muscle contraction

• an hour of exercise

• one group of repetitions

• ability to exert force

Which exercise is a type of dynamic exercise that stretches the calf muscles?

• jumping

• wrap-around

• trunk rotation

• zipper

Which type of isotonic exercise keeps the velocity of movement constant through the full range of motion?

• dynamometric

• isokinetic

• kyphosis

• plyometric

Which two data sets need to be compared to assess an individual's current energy balance?

• volume of fat (saturated and unsaturated) consumed, level of amino acids absorbed in the intestines

• calorie intake from food consumption, calories expended from resting metabolism and physical activity

• grams of carbohydrates ingested, grams of macronutrients converted during the digestion process

• cumulative vitamin total from daily diet, tolerable upper intake level for current age and weight

Which strength exercise is an example of an isometric exercise?

• seated leg press

• trunk extension

• medicine ball throw

• flexed-arm hang

Which practice should an individual follow when exercising with free weights?

• Use a partner as a spotter.

• Hold their breath during sets.

• Rock forward during curls.

• Lift with quick movements.

What is the correct definition of an isotonic exercise?

• an exercise that uses muscle contractions to move body parts

• a muscle fitness exercise that builds power

• a strength exercise performed on a resistance machine

• an exercise that emphasizes flexibility and static stretching

How can too much sodium affect people with high blood pressure?

• It can cause the body to reduce energy.

• It can cause the body to dissolve acids.

• It can cause the body to retain water.

• It can cause the body to absorb iron.