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Chapter 14
Nutrition
Question | Answer |
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Which of the following is a sure sign that muscles are using their maximum amount of energy from fat? | Breathing is easy |
The Physical Activity guidelines recommend a minimum of _______ minutes per week of moderate activity to improve health. | 150 |
What nutrient becomes depleted most rapidly during physical exercise? | Water |
Which of the following are features of physical activity and exercise? | Exercise, but not physical activity, is thought to be repetitive, structured, and planned |
Athletes can safely add muscle tissue by | putting a demand on muscles repeatedly by making them work harder. |
What is the name of the biochemical pathway describing the conversion of lactate to glucose? | Cori cycle |
The ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly without becoming exhausted is | muscular endurance. |
When a marathon runner experiences the phenomenon known as "hitting the wall," what nutrient is most likely depleted? | Glucose |
Chris has been competing all day in a track competition and is now ready for the 100-meter dash. Which of the following high-energy muscle compounds can he rely on for quick energy in this event? | Creatine phosphate |
Which of the following is a characteristic of protein use in physical activity? | Protein contributes up to 10% of total fuel used, which is similar to the resting state. |
What is muscle atrophy | |
How can water loss from the body be quickly estimated at the end of a physical activity? | Take the difference in body weight (lbs) before and after the event and multiply by 2 to determine cups of water loss |
A well-trained athlete can draw more heavily on fat for fuel. Which of the following does not have any effect on this adaptation? | Muscles store more glycogen. |
When a marathon runner experiences the phenomenon known as "hitting the wall," what nutrient is most likely depleted? | Glucose |
Which of the following is an effect of exercise on protein metabolism? | Protein synthesis is inhibited during exercise. |
Which of the following is not one of the components of fitness? | Body composition. |
When the rate of lactate production exceeds the rate of clearance, intense activity can be maintained for only | 1 to 3 minute |
Which of the following would not be a benefit of regular physical activity and exercise? | Reduced risk of kidney disease |
As little as ____ minutes of moderate-intensity activity per day can add years to an individual’s life. | 15 |
What is the predominant fuel used by muscle cells during low- or moderate-intensity activity? | Fat |
What cellular organelles are responsible for producing ATP aerobically? | Mitochondria |
What dietary nutrients are most effective at raising muscle glycogen concentrations? | Carbohydrates |
In the immediate postexercise period, what type of meal enhances muscle protein synthesis? | Carbohydrate plus protein |