Question 1

Which of the following is true about the vitamin and mineral intake of athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)   Most athletes do not consume enough vitamin B-6.
B)   Most athletes should take supplemental iron to enhance aerobic capacity.
C)   Most athletes should take supplemental antioxidants to reduce muscle damage during intense workouts.
D)   Most athletes tend to consume ample vitamins and minerals if they meet their calorie needs.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 2

During his wrestling workout, Damon loses about 4 pounds. He should consume ______ of water during or after his workout.

Accepted Answer

A)   4 to 8 cups
B)   8 to 12 cups
C)   1 gallon or more
D)   12 to 16 cupsE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 3

All of the following are good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events EXCEPT

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A)   taking salt tablets and drinking plenty of fluid before the workout.
B)   drinking freely during the 24 hours before an event.
C)   consuming 1.5 to 2 cups of fluid 4 hours prior to the event start.
D)   consuming fluid to replace losses during the workout.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Anabolic steroid use may cause all of the following side effects EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   stunting growth in teenage athletes.
B)   cardiovascular disease.
C)   loss of muscle mass.
D)   extreme mood swings.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

The training effect, in which individuals experience improvements in physical fitness as they continue a regular exercise regimen, is a product of all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   increased number of capillaries in muscles.
B)   increased production of lactic acid by muscles.
C)   increased number of mitochondria in muscle cells.
D)   increased muscle triglyceride content.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

If a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should do all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   exercise more intensely.
B)   increase her calorie intake.
C)   get adequate calcium in the diet.
D)   have her body fat percentage checked.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

A physically active lifestyle may reduce the risk of all the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   osteoporosis.
B)   skin cancer.
C)   heart disease.
D)   obesity.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

Zelda is a marathon runner. She completes the marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the following is true regarding her fuel use during the marathon?

Accepted Answer

A)   If she runs out of muscle glycogen at the 2-hour mark, she will not feel fatigue.
B)   Anaerobic glucose breakdown, using muscle glycogen, will provide most of the ATP for the marathon.
C)   Liver glycogen is the preferred fuel during intense muscular activity lasting less than 2 hours.
D)   Amino acids may supply up to 15% of energy needs.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 9

To promote gains in muscle mass, a strength-trained athlete could consume _____ within the first 1 or 2 hours after a weight-lifting workout.

Accepted Answer

A)   1 bag of microwave popcorn.
B)   1 large bagel with 2 tablespoons of cream cheese.
C)   2 cups of plain yogurt with 1 cup of fresh blueberries.
D)   4 ounces of sirloin steak.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

For a pre-event meal, foods such as bagels, muffins, and bread should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

Accepted Answer

A)   1 hour
B)   2 to 4 hours
C)   30 minutes
D)   4 or more hoursE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical fitness?

Accepted Answer

A)   Better sleep habits
B)   Less body fat
C)   Less muscle mass
D)   Lower blood pressureE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following food combinations, eaten 2 to 4 hours before a long-distance cycling event, would maximize glycogen stores without causing gastrointestinal distress?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich
B)   Milk shake
C)   Cheese and sausage pizza
D)   Bagel with peanut butterE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 13

A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of jogging at 6 miles per hour on 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

Accepted Answer

A)   balance.
B)   flexibility.
C)   muscular fitness.
D)   aerobic fitness.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 14

A 121-pound woman is attempting to be a bodybuilder so she would like to gain large quantities of muscle mass. According to sports nutrition experts, her daily protein intake should be how many grams?

Accepted Answer

A)   32 to 59
B)   66 to 83
C)   82 to 93
D)   44 to 81E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

Bart is a wrestler. His weight is regularly higher than the weight class in which he would like to wrestle. What should he do?

Accepted Answer

A)   Take diuretics to lose weight.
B)   Sit in a sauna.
C)   Gradually reduce food intake before wrestling season.
D)   Restrict fluids before weigh-in.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 16

The conversion of glucose to lactic acid is called

Accepted Answer

A)   aerobic glucose breakdown.
B)   anaerobic glucose breakdown.
C)   aerobic glycogen breakdown.
D)   anaerobic glycogen breakdown.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

If an athlete's body fat level is too high, what is the best weight-loss approach?

Accepted Answer

A)   Follow an 800-kilocalorie eating plan.
B)   Wear a rubber suit to sweat off extra weight.
C)   Eat about 200 to 500 kilocalories less than one's EER per day.
D)   Restrict dietary carbohydrates to less than 50% of total calories.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 18

A pre-event meal should

Accepted Answer

A)   be eaten 1 hour before the event.
B)   contain at least 600 kilocalories.
C)   be low in fat and fiber, high in carbohydrate, and moderate in protein.
D)   be high in fat to prevent hunger.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Exam 10: Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

If a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should do all of the following EXCEPT

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical fitness?

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A pre-event meal should

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Which of the following is true about the vitamin and mineral intake of athletes?

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Which of the following food combinations, eaten 2 to 4 hours before a long-distance cycling event, would maximize glycogen stores without causing gastrointestinal distress?

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The conversion of glucose to lactic acid is called

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During his wrestling workout, Damon loses about 4 pounds. He should consume ______ of water during or after his workout.

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Bart is a wrestler. His weight is regularly higher than the weight class in which he would like to wrestle. What should he do?

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A physically active lifestyle may reduce the risk of all the following EXCEPT

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Anabolic steroid use may cause all of the following side effects EXCEPT

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A 121-pound woman is attempting to be a bodybuilder so she would like to gain large quantities of muscle mass. According to sports nutrition experts, her daily protein intake should be how many grams?

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The training effect, in which individuals experience improvements in physical fitness as they continue a regular exercise regimen, is a product of all of the following EXCEPT

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For a pre-event meal, foods such as bagels, muffins, and bread should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

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Zelda is a marathon runner. She completes the marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the following is true regarding her fuel use during the marathon?

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A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of jogging at 6 miles per hour on 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

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To promote gains in muscle mass, a strength-trained athlete could consume _____ within the first 1 or 2 hours after a weight-lifting workout.

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If an athlete's body fat level is too high, what is the best weight-loss approach?

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All of the following are good practices to keep well hydrated during endurance events EXCEPT

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Exam 10: Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

If a woman athlete is not menstruating regularly, she should do all of the following EXCEPT

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical fitness?

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A pre-event meal should

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Which of the following is true about the vitamin and mineral intake of athletes?

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Which of the following food combinations, eaten 2 to 4 hours before a long-distance cycling event, would maximize glycogen stores without causing gastrointestinal distress?

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The conversion of glucose to lactic acid is called

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During his wrestling workout, Damon loses about 4 pounds. He should consume ______ of water during or after his workout.

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Bart is a wrestler. His weight is regularly higher than the weight class in which he would like to wrestle. What should he do?

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A physically active lifestyle may reduce the risk of all the following EXCEPT

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A 121-pound woman is attempting to be a bodybuilder so she would like to gain large quantities of muscle mass. According to sports nutrition experts, her daily protein intake should be how many grams?

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The training effect, in which individuals experience improvements in physical fitness as they continue a regular exercise regimen, is a product of all of the following EXCEPT

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For a pre-event meal, foods such as bagels, muffins, and bread should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

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Zelda is a marathon runner. She completes the marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the following is true regarding her fuel use during the marathon?

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A fitness program that includes 30 minutes of jogging at 6 miles per hour on 5 days per week is primarily designed to improve

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To promote gains in muscle mass, a strength-trained athlete could consume _____ within the first 1 or 2 hours after a weight-lifting workout.

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