Of the following, which type of exercise training is most beneficial for increasing muscle mass?
a. Repeated sprint intervals
b. Very high-intensity strength training
c. Moderate-intensity, high-volume strength training
d. Long-distance running
Q. 2Using the formula listed below, calculate the target body weight of a female soccer player currently weighing 134 lb and having 18 body fat but wishing to be 15 body fat. Assume that all weight lost is stored fat. Target body weight = Current weight of fat-free mass (lb)/ 1 - desired body fat
a. 114
b. 122
c. 129
d. 131
Q. 3Measuring weight on a daily basis is most useful to athletes who are trying to:
a. lose body fat.
b. increase muscle mass.
c. change overall body composition.
d. monitor hydration status.
Q. 4What is the correct interpretation of a body composition chart that shows that professional male tennis players have approximately 11-15 body fat?
a. Research studies have shown that male tennis players should fall within this range for best performance.
b. These figures reflect the body composition of elite players but it is not known if this range is best for performance.
c. Aspiring male professional tennis players should try to achieve this range because performance will be improved.
d. Female tennis players should strive for this range of body fat to improve their performance.
Q. 5In which team sport do elite athletes exhibit a wide range of body composition?
a. Ice hockey
b. Soccer
c. Football
d. Basketball
Q. 6In which sport does body composition play a relatively minor role in the performance of elite athletes?
a. Cross country running
b. Gymnastics
c. Basketball
d. Golf
Q. 7Indicate whether extra body weight as fat would typically be advantageous or disadvantageous to the performance of the athlete. Ice hockey player
a. Advantageous
b. Disadvantageous
Q. 8Indicate whether extra body weight as fat would typically be advantageous or disadvantageous to the performance of the athlete. Gymnast
a. Advantageous
b. Disadvantageous