Question: The most valid measurement of cardiorespiratory fitness is the

Answer: VO2max.

Question: The best location to measure your pulse is the __________.

Answer: carotid artery

Question: Which of the following terms means “with oxygen”?

Answer: aerobic

Question: Which sport is an example of exercise that uses aerobic energy production?

Answer: open water swimming

Question: T/F: Anaerobic exercise relies solely on carbohydrates as an energy source.

Answer: True

Question: Which of the following adaptations occurs with exercise training?

Answer: VO2max increases.

Question: Which of the following scenarios describes the cardiorespiratory response to exercise?

Answer: an increase in cardiac output increases oxygen delivery to working muscles and increases carbon dioxide produced, which increases breathing rate

Question: With endurance training, resting heart rate decreases because __________.

Answer: your heart becomes more efficient at pumping more blood per heartbeat

Question: Regular endurance training results in adaptations in __________.

Answer: all of the above:

1. skeletal muscle

2. b. respiratory system

3. c. energy-producing systems

4. d. cardiovascular system

5. Question: Which of the following is a benefit of improved cardiorespiratory fitness?

6. Answer: all of the above:

7. a. improved mindset

8. b. improved weight management

9. c. higher energy levels

10. d. improved sleep

11. e. less risk of chronic diseases