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12 Cards in this Set
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Which of the four components of physical fitness has the greatest impact on health?
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Cardiorespiration
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What determines the volume and speed of the blood delivered to the muscles?
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The size and rate of contraction of the heart
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What is the most common cause of death in the United States?
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Diseases of the heart
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According to studies, what level of fitness has been associated with a decreased risk of death from cardiovascular disease?
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Good or excellent fitness levels
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What effect can regular aerobic exercise have on a resting heart rate?
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Aerobic exercise decreases the resting heart rate
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What is pulmonary ventilation and how is it affected by cardiorespiratory exercise?
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Pulmonary ventilation is the amount of air you breathe in and out of your lungs, and it increases with exercise.
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How does physical activity prevent colon cancer?
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Physical activity shortens the time that food irritates the intestinal wall, decreasing the possibility of lesions.
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What does research suggest about physical activity and the health-related quality of life?
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Physical activity improves the quality of life by enhancing well-being in a variety of ways.
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What percent of U.S. adults fail to exercise regularly?
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60 percent
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What is the recommended amount of accumulated exercise per day?
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At least 30 minutes a day
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What is the "exercise heart rate range" and why is it important?
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Your exercise heart rate range is the range that your heartbeat should fall in when you exercise, 60 to 90 percent of your maximum heart range--and you need to keep it in this range to exercise safely.
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Is there any validity to the saying, "No pain, no gain"?
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No. All of the benefits of physical activity are available without the presence of pain. You should avoid any extra pain (pain beyond the normal day-to-day bumps and bruises) in your exercise plan.
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