Practical Guide to Exercise Physiology 3rd Edition Online CE Exam Without Book

NOTE: The book Practical Guide to Exercise Physiology, Third Edition, is required for successful completion of this exam but is not included with this purchase. Purchase this Online CE Exam Without Book only if you already own the book or ebook.

Consisting of 100 multiple-choice and true-false questions, this continuing education exam is designed to be taken after reading Practical Guide to Exercise Physiology, Third Edition. The exam will test your knowledge of the information presented in the book so you can feel confident in your understanding of the complex physiological responses to exercise.

Once you pass the exam, you can print a certificate for continuing education credits.

Learning Objectives

• Describe how a motor unit activates a muscle cell, resulting in a muscle contraction.
• List the various pathways used in the production of ATP.
• Describe the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients during exercise and recovery.
• Describe energy expenditure and how it relates to exercise.
• Explain the importance of glycogen storage and depletion in terms of exercise demands.
• List the effects of dehydration and the recommendations for hydration.
• List the scientific principles that form the framework of a successful training program.
• Explain the physiological adaptations to various training programs.
• Explain why certain sports have a higher energy expenditure than others.
• List different forms of interval training.
• Explain VO2max and cardiac output and how they relate to exercise.
• List the most common environmental stressors that affect exercise.
• List the guidelines for training for children and adolescents.
• Explain how regular physical activity benefits pregnant and postpartum women.
• Explain the effects of aging on the body’s ability to exercise and improve health.
• Evaluate how training, recovery, and lifelong exercise affect performance in masters athletes.

Audience

Certified personal trainers and health and fitness professionals working with clients.