What percent of adults quit exercising after one month on an exercise program?

	50%
	55%
	60%
	65%

The first ______ months of an exercise program are critical in determining lifetime adherence to exercise.

	3
	4
	5
	6

The first step in beginning a successful exercise program is:

	setting short-term goals.
	desiring to be fit.
	setting long-term goals.
	modifying your behavior.

Fitness goals:

	should be short-term only.
	should focus on weight loss.
	are unnecessary for the physically fit.
	should be modified from time to time.

A key guideline for choosing an exercise activity is that it be:

	inexpensive.
	enjoyable.
	done with a partner.
	all of the above

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for selecting exercise activities?

	Choose one activity and stick to it.
	Pick an activity that is convenient.
	Pick an activity that you enjoy.
	All of the above are correct guidelines.

Which of the following activities would provide the best flexibility workout?

	soccer
	karate
	gymnastics
	Both karate and gymnastics offer excellent flexibility workouts.

Which of the following would provide the best upper body workout?

	golf
	gymnastics
	racquetball
	aerobic dance

Which of the following would provide the best cardiovascular workout?

	canoeing
	waterskiing
	running
	Both waterskiing and running offer excellent cardiovascular workouts.

Which of the following would provide the best lower body strength and endurance workout?

	weight training
	nordic skiing
	tennis
	basketball

The best time of day to exercise is:

	early morning.
	lunch hour/midday.
	whenever is best for you.
	evening.

An important method for monitoring your progress in an exercise program is to:

	perform periodic fitness testing.
	maintain a fitness log.
	find a friend/partner.
	perform periodic field testing and maintain a fitness log.

The "foundation for lifetime fitness" is:

	remaining enthusiastic.
	choosing activities you enjoy.
	having an accountability partner.
	remaining enthusiastic and having an accountability partner.

How should an exercise program change with aging?

	slowly taper off the exercise program
	shift exercise time to the evening
	adjust activity choices for changing interests
	make no changes

What is NOT a key to success in exercise adherence?

	Choose activities that are fun.
	Maintain your motivation.
	Weigh yourself every week.
	Set a consistent time to exercise.

Which of the following is an important factor in choosing a fitness facility?

	the club's location
	the club's reputation with the Better Business Bureau
	availability of a short-term contract
	all of the above

How can you best determine if someone is a fitness expert?

	He/she is employed by a reputable facility.
	He/she had the answers you were seeking.
	He/she made you feel comfortable during your visit.
	He/she has the appropriate degree training and experience.

For someone who is eating a nutritionally balanced diet, which of the following nutritional supplements would improve fitness and performance?

	vitamin supplements
	wheat germ oil
	organic extracts
	none of the above

A nutritional product that improves fitness and performance is called a(n):

	ergogenic aid.
	supplement.
	gelatin.
	amino acid.

It is possible to spot reduce fat from the body with which of the following methods/equipment/supplements?

	sit ups
	rubber waist belts
	anabolic steroids
	none of the above

Which of the following is true of anabolic steroids?

	proven to increase muscle mass in animals
	may be linked to organ damage
	may be linked to death
	all of the above

Which statement is TRUE concerning exercise equipment?

	Mail-order products are okay.
	Exercise equipment is not necessary for a well-rounded fitness program.
	European products are superior to those manufactured in the U.S.
	All products are created equal.

Which is NOT true of passive exercise equipment?

	promotes weight loss
	does not improve physical fitness
	often marketed to promote weight loss.
	all of the above are untrue

Which of the following is true of saunas and hot tubs?

	They can be dangerous for people with high blood pressure.
	They are an efficient way to lose weight via fat loss.
	They will improve your physical fitness.
	They are excellent for an individual private workout session.

Which of the following is NOT a passive exercise device?

	vibrating belt
	rolling machine
	treadmill
	pillows

The length of stay in a hot tub, sauna, or steambath is recommended to be no longer than:

	15 minutes.
	20 minutes.
	25 minutes.
	the length of stay does not matter

Water temperature in a hot tub should not exceed what degree on the Fahrenheit scale?

	100
	115
	120
	125

Beware of fitness books that:

	cost more than normal.
	discuss long-term weight loss programs.
	promise effortless weight loss.
	are written by a reputable author.

Which of the following is true for lifetime fitness?

	You are never too old to learn how.
	There are no long-term benefits from early healthy lifestyles.
	Fitness can only be accomplished while you are young.
	It makes no difference when you cease to abuse drugs and/or alcohol.

Yoga:

	is beneficial enough to be the sole component of an exercise prescription.
	will improve flexibility and promote relaxation.
	is especially good for joints.
	assists in cardiovascular fitness.