Which of the following areas of body fat storage is associated with metabolic syndrome?
A) Upper arms
B) Thighs
C) Abdomen
D) Hips
E) All are equally associated with health risks.
Q. 2The two main substrates for energy formation in muscles are:
a. amino acids and fatty acids.
b. glucose and fatty acids.
c. glucose and glycerol.
d. glucose and amino acids.
Q. 3All of the following are environmental triggers for obesity except:
A) physical inactivity.
B) availability of tasty, high-calorie foods.
C) a high-fat diet.
D) genetics.
Q. 4All of the following groups of people should consult a physician prior to engaging in exercise EXCEPT:
a. people with chronic diseases such as hypertension.
b. people who are out of shape.
c. elite athletes.
d. people over 40 years old.
Q. 5A waist circumference greater than ____ inches in men or above ____ inches in women is related to a greater amount of visceral fat stores and increased risk for disease.
A) 55; 50
B) 45; 40
C) 40; 35
D) 35; 40
Q. 6The recommended levels of physical activity for Americans are:
a. at least 7 sessions of strengthening activities per week.
b. at least 2 sessions of strengthening activities per month.
c. at least 2 hours and 30 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise.
d. at least 1 hour and 30 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise.
Q. 7Which of the following methods for assessing body fat content is based on the measurement of subcutaneous fat at several sites on the body?
A) Skinfold measurement
B) Bioelectrical impedance analysis
C) Magnetic resonance imaging
D) Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry
Q. 8A good exercise to work the legs and buttocks is:
a. push-ups.
b. pull-ups.
c. sit-ups.
d. cycling.
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