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Which of the following best defines exercise physiology? - The body prepares for and performs
exercise.
Timed runs, sit-ups, pull-ups, and push-ups, or your survivability in combat are all
measurements of - optimal fitness
Which of the following tests can measure a Marine's optimal fitness? - Timed runs
Unoxygenated blood returning from the body enters the side of the heart and is
then pumped through the ventricle to the lungs. - Right;Right
As a result of regular exercise, what change occurs in the heart and blood vessels? - Blood
Pressure Decreases
How effectively the body uses the oxygen you breathe in is measured by the - VO2
Which molecule provides the energy for muscle contraction? - Adenosine tri-phosphate
Which statement below is true concerning the anaerobic energy pathway? - Breaks down
sugar molecules called glucose (carbohydrates) to produce energy.
Which energy pathway is not activated quickly; however, since oxygen is usually available to the
working muscle; it can provide energy for a long period of time? - Aerobic
The warm-up should last approximately _______ minutes. - 5 - 15
, What is the goal of flexibility training? - Improve the joints range of motion.
Static stretching is performed by - holding a stretch for 30 seconds.
Which stretching method is another name for bouncing stretching and involves performing
rapid, jerky, uncontrolled movement? - Ballistic
Acceleration is the ability to - increase speed over a short amount of time.
Which of the following describes the back pedal? - Backwards running movement
Which is one of the techniques for performing speed and agility drills? - Accelerate with 100%
effort.
What are the muscles that surround the body's center of mass? - Core
Which muscle group stabilizes the pelvis and provides a solid base of support for movements of
the arms and legs? - Core musculature
Cpl James has a desire to tone his oblique muscles. Which exercise should Cpl James perform to
reach his goal? - Hip rollers
What is the term given to one cycle of an exercise movement from start to finish? - Repetition
While may be desirable and visually pleasing, it does not necessarily help
to enhance performance. - muscle size