Exercise Science Final (Ch. 1-12)
A systems approach to the study of Exercise Science allows students to understand how the
various systems of the body work together. List the 11 systems of the body, discuss (3) and
how they work. - correct answer-1. Respiratory: Controls the breathing within the body.
Primary components > Lungs, trachea, etc.
2. Nervous: Send sensory impulses throughout the body that control waves for sensory and
memory aspects in the body. Primary Components > Nerves & Spinal Cord, Brain, etc.
3. Skeletal: Protects the organs and muscles from harm. Holds calcium and nutrients for the
body in bones. Primary components > Bones
4. Urinary
5. Circulatory
6. Muscular
7. Lymphatic
8. Endocrine
9. Reproductive
10. Digestive
11. Integumentary
Choose (4) and explain the areas of study exist under the Exercise Science umbrella.
Discuss how they relate to Exercise Science. - correct answer-1. Athletic Training & Sports
Rehab
Prevention of injuries and retraining of an athlete to make way for new and improved
performance. This involves the aspects of exercise and athletic performance pertaining to
exercise science; Prevention & Rehabilitation
2. Biomechanics
The study of the mechanical laws relating to the structure and movement of a living
organism. Exercise science and physical activity deal with the study of how things move and
the effects the movement have on the body; Clinical & Sport Performance
3. Motor Behavior
The study of the movements of the body. Physical activity deals with everyday activities like
housework. Motor behavior deals with how and why the body moves as it does. Exercise
science includes this aspect in the research and clinical side of the study as well; Clinical &
Sport Performance
4. Exercise Psychology
The psychological effects that exercise and physical therapy may have on the body; This is
the Exercise-Health & Sports Performance side of exercise science.
Define motor development, motor control, and motor learning. - correct answer-1. Motor
Control
How the body's neurological aspects work with the physical aspects of the body to control
muscle movement
, 2. Motor Development
Development of skills and how to use muscles-making muscles stronger
3. Motor Learning
Learning new ways to control body movements and what everything is used for- This is
where maturation happens
Discuss at least (5) dietary changes to reduce the risk of disease - correct answer-1. Letting
go or reducing fried food intake
2. Eating less saturated fat
3. Reducing the intake of fast foods
4. Drinking less alcohol
5. Replacing vitamin supplements with natural foods containing vitamins instead
Discuss pretesting measures in clinical exercise physiology. - correct answer-Pre-Physical
Examination is issued in order to ensure the proper use of specific exercise and injury
prevention techniques.
1. 5-minute conversation> In order to make the patient comfortable and reduce their heart
rate
2. Heart Rate/Blood Pressure
3. Height/Weight (Basics)
4. Consent Forms
Discuss the benefits of physical activity and exercise. Discuss the risk factors of being
physically inactive. - correct answer--Physical activity and exercise keep people in shape as
well as keep the heart and body in a good healthy state. If one doesn't exercise, they are at
risk of becoming mentally and physically unhealthy.
-Becoming physically inactive can lead to unwanted weight gain. This is not good for the
body or self-esteem levels. This may bring on symptoms of depression.
Discuss the differences in certification, licensure, and registration - correct
answer--Certification
What individuals, schools, and groups have to go through and meet certain requirements in
order to offer practice in something. This usually involves written and hands-on work; CEUs
may be involved
-Licensure
A legal document, signed by the government, stating permission of practice to a group or
individual that would otherwise be considered illegal.
-Registration
Qualifications to do a job. This ensures eligibility (i.e. degrees, certificates, diplomas, etc);
Showing approval
Discuss the importance of Athletic Trainers and Sports Medicine. - correct answer-Athletic
Training is important and specific to Athlete's rehabilitation and injury prevention. AT not only
deals with exercise, but also the organization and administration of different diagnostic tests
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