#1
Which of the following is considered a basic health measurement?
BMI (Body Mass Index)
ExplanationBMI provides an indicator of body fatness.
#2
What does the acronym 'BMI' stand for in health and fitness?
Body Mass Index
ExplanationBMI quantifies the relationship between weight and height.
#3
What is the recommended daily water intake for an average adult?
8 glasses (approximately 2.7 liters)
Explanation8 glasses (about 2.7 liters) is a general guideline for hydration.
#4
Which of the following is a measure of muscular strength?
One-repetition maximum (1RM)
Explanation1RM represents the max weight lifted for a single repetition.
#5
Which of the following is a measure of flexibility?
Sit and reach test
ExplanationThe Sit and Reach Test evaluates flexibility levels.
#6
What does the acronym 'HR' stand for in fitness?
Heart Rate
ExplanationHR refers to the number of heartbeats per minute.
#7
What is the term for the maximum amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can generate in a single effort?
Strength
ExplanationStrength refers to the muscle's force output.
#8
Which type of exercise primarily targets cardiovascular fitness?
Running
ExplanationRunning enhances heart and lung health.
#9
What is the purpose of the 'plank' exercise in a workout routine?
Core strength and stability
ExplanationPlanks strengthen the core muscles.
#10
What is the primary function of the respiratory system during exercise?
Providing oxygen to muscles
ExplanationThe respiratory system supplies oxygen to working muscles.
#11
Which fitness assessment method involves measuring skinfold thickness to estimate body fat percentage?
Skinfold caliper test
ExplanationSkinfold calipers estimate body fat based on skinfold thickness.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a component of physical fitness?
Creativity
ExplanationCreativity is not a physical fitness component.
#13
What is the primary energy source for short-duration, high-intensity activities like sprinting or weightlifting?
Carbohydrates
ExplanationCarbohydrates fuel short bursts of intense activity.
#14
What is the primary source of energy for the body during low to moderate-intensity exercises?
Carbohydrates
ExplanationCarbs supply energy for sustained, moderate activity.
#15
Which method is commonly used to measure flexibility?
Sit and Reach Test
ExplanationThe Sit and Reach Test assesses flexibility.
#16
What is the target heart rate zone for aerobic exercise, commonly known as the 'fat-burning zone'?
50-60% of maximum heart rate
ExplanationAerobic exercise in this zone promotes fat burning efficiently.
#17
Which of the following fitness assessments measures the maximum amount of weight a person can lift for a specific exercise?
One-repetition maximum (1RM) test
Explanation1RM test determines the maximum weight lifted in one rep.
#18
What is the term for the number of calories the body needs to maintain basic physiological functions at rest?
Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
ExplanationBMR represents energy expenditure at rest for vital functions.
#19
What is the primary purpose of cooling down after a workout?
Promote recovery
ExplanationCooling down helps the body return to a resting state and aids in recovery.