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Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health Mock Paper
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1Which of the following health benefits would result from regular walking?
- AIncreased blood pressure
- BDecreased risk of coronary heart disease
- CIncreased resting heart rate
- DDecreased life expectancy
2The development of balance would be required for which of the following activities?
- AGymnastics
- BSprinting
- CSwimming
- DRunning
3Which of the following is a long term adaptation to muscular strength training?
- AIncreased size of type II muscle fibres
- BDecreased number of type II muscle fibres
- CIncreased number of type II muscle fibres
- DDecreased size of type II muscle fibres
4What is the definition of muscular strength?
- AThe ability of muscles to exert maximum force in one contraction
- BThe ability of muscles to exert minimum force in one contraction
- CThe ability of muscles to repeatedly exert maximum force
- DThe ability of muscles to repeatedly exert minimum force
5Which of the following would be classified in the aerobic fitness zone?
- A65% max heart rate
- B75% max heart rate
- C85% max heart rate
- D95% max heart rate
6Which of the following is a long term adaptation to cardiovascular training?
- AIncreased lactic acid accumulation
- BDecreased carbon dioxide removal
- CIncreased capillarisation
- DDecreased oxygen delivery
7What body type has broad shoulders and a muscular build?
- AEctomorph
- BMesomorph
- CEndomorph
- DSomatotype
8According to the Borg 6-20 scale which of the following would represent an intensity that felt 'somewhat hard'?
- A6
- B9
- C13
- D17
9What is heart rate?
- AThe number of beats/ contractions per minute
- BThe number of beats/ contractions per 30 seconds
- CThe volume of blood pumped from the heart in one contraction
- DThe volume of blood pumped from the heart in one minute
10Which of the following is defined as the volume of blood pumped from the heart in one contraction?
- ACardiac output
- BStroke volume
- CHeart rate
- DCardiac arrest
11A long term effect of regular exercise on the heart is increased stroke volume. What effect will this have?
- AThe heart will beat less frequently
- BThe heart will contract less forcefully
- CBlood pressure will increase
- DCHD risk will increase
12Complete the text with the missing word?
When someone begins exercising heart rate will _________________. This will allow a greater supply of blood and therefore oxygen to reach the working muscles.- AMaintain
- BIncrease
- CDecrease
- DRegress
13What happens during dilation of blood vessels?
- AThe blood vessels get wider
- BThe blood vessels get narrower
- CThe valves in the veins remain open
- DThe valves in the veins remain closed
14Why does blood pooling lead to an increased risk of fainting?
- AIt leads to a decrease in blood sugar
- BIt leads to an increase in blood sugar
- CIt leads to an increase in the blood supply to the brain
- DIt leads to a decrease in the blood supply to the brain
15What happens to the synovial fluid in joints during exercise?
- AThe amount of synovial fluid decreases
- BThe amount of synovial fluid increases
- CThe amount of oxygen in the synovial fluid decreases
- DThe amount of oxygen in the synovial fluid increases
16Which of the following types of muscle contraction is most likely to cause DOMS?
- AIsometric
- BIsokinetic
- CConcentric
- DEccentric
17Which of the following will primarily recruit type 2b muscle fibres in resistance training?
- AHigh weight and high repetitions
- BHigh weight and low repetitions
- CLow weight and high repetitions
- DLow weight and low repetitions
18Which of the following training outcomes requires speed during resistance training?
- AMuscular endurance
- BMuscular strength
- CMuscular power
- DMuscular fitness
19Which of the following will increase overload during a resistance training exercise?
- AIncreasing the speed of repetitions
- BDecreasing the number of repetitions
- CIncreasing the lever length
- DDecreasing the range of movement
20An ability to cope with stressful situations in everyday life and to make good decisions is an example of which component of total fitness?
- ASocial fitness
- BMedical fitness
- CMental fitness
- DSpiritual fitness
21Which of the following defines physical fitness?
- AMaintaining an active lifestyle that contributes to maintaining levels of cardiovascular and muscular fitness and flexibility
- BEating a variety of foods from majoy food groups and maintaining a calorie intake appropriate for needs and demands
- CBeing free from disease and illness and making lifestyle choices that maintain this component
- DAwareness of and ability to manage and express emotions assertively and with respect to self and others
22The equation force x speed represents which component of motor fitness/ skill related fitness?
- AReaction time
- BPower
- CSpeed
- DAgility
23Which of the following defines balance?
- AThe ability to change the position of the entire body in space with speed and accuracy
- BThe ability of the body to remain centred over a base of support
- CThe ability to perform smooth and accurate movements
- DDistance divided by Time
24Which of the following is a genetic factor influencing an individual's training potential?
- ADiet
- BAlcohol
- CSmoking
- DBody type
25The 100m sprint primarily uses which of the following components of skill related fitness?
- ASpeed
- BAgility
- CBalance
- DCo-ordination
26What is the recommended intensity and duration of stretching to improve flexibility according t ACSM?
- A5-10 seconds with no feelings of discomfort
- B10-15 seconds to mild discomfort
- C10-30 seconds to mild discomfort
- D10-30 seconds to severe discomfort
27What is a plateau?
- AIt is when continued adaptations to training no longer occur
- BIt is a gradual decrease in physiological gains when training is ceased
- CIt is the ability of the body to cope with specific training needs
- DIt is the gradual increase of stress placed upon the body during exercise training
28What is recovery time?
- AA gradual decrease in physiological gains when training is ceased
- BThe ability of the body to cope with specific training needs
- CThe gradual increase of stress placed upon the body during training
- DThe period of time between training sets and training sessions
29Which of the following principles is affected when an additional set of exercises is added to a resistance training programme?
- AFrequency
- BIntensity
- CTime
- DType
30Why are supine exercises after the first trimester of pregnancy contraindicated?
- AThey can cause overstretching of ligaments supporting joints
- BThey can cause loss of balance
- CThey can reduce blood supply to the baby and mother
- DThey can cause spinal fractures
31Which of the following should be avoided when programming for 14-16 year olds?
- AHigh intensity strength training
- BLow intensity strength training
- CFunctional pushing exercises
- DFunctional pulling exercises
32How does exercise reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes?
- ABy reducing levels of obesity
- BBy increasing levels of obesity
- CBy reducing bone density
- DBy increasing bone density
33According to the Food Standards Agency which of the following food groups makes up one of the largest sections of the food plate?
- AMilk and dairy foods
- BFruit and vegetables
- CMeat, fish, eggs and beans
- DFoods and drinkks high in sugar and/or fats
34Which of the following is a non-dairy source of protein?
- ABeans
- BCheese
- CMilk
- DYogurt
35Which of the following is a negative effect of dehydration?
- AIncreased oxygen uptake
- BDecreased oxygen uptake
- CIncreased fatigue
- DDecreased fatigue
36Which of the following is a source of carbohydrates in the diet?
- AChicken
- BPasta
- CCheese
- DLamb
37Which of the following meals/foods would be high in carbohydrates?
- AA salad
- BSausages, bacon and fried tomatoes
- CSpaghetti bolognese
- DPoached eggs
38Which of the following will result in weight gain?
- AEnergy in + energy out
- BEnergy in > energy out
- CEnergy in < energy out
- DEnergy in = energy out
39Which of the following can be a result of a diet low in calcium?
- AOsteoporosis
- BType 2 diabetes
- CHypertension
- DWeight gain
40For an individual who is obese which of the following would be a positive change to their diet?
- ADecrease intake of saturated fat
- BDecrease intake of fruit and vegetables
- CIncrease intake of sugary foods
- DIncrease salt intake
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