AFAA Exercise Science and Kinesiology

Question 1

What does the FITT principle stand for in exercise programming?

Accepted Answer

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

Answer

Flexibility, Intensity, Training, Technique

Answer

Frequency, Interval, Time, Training

Answer

Force, Intensity, Time, Type

Question 2

According to AFAA, the recommended target heart rate zone for moderate-intensity aerobic exercise is approximately:

Accepted Answer

65–85% of HRmax

Answer

40–55% of HRmax

Answer

55–70% of HRmax

Answer

85–95% of HRmax

Question 3

The Karvonen formula for target heart rate uses which baseline measurement?

Accepted Answer

Resting heart rate and maximum heart rate

Answer

Maximum heart rate only

Answer

Age and body weight

Answer

Blood pressure and resting heart rate

Question 4

Which principle states that the body must be challenged beyond its current capacity to produce a training adaptation?

Accepted Answer

Overload

Answer

Specificity

Answer

Reversibility

Answer

Individuality

Question 5

What is the recommended minimum frequency of aerobic exercise per week for general health according to major fitness guidelines?

Accepted Answer

3 days

Answer

1 day

Answer

2 days

Answer

5 days

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the 'talk test' as a measure of exercise intensity?

Accepted Answer

The ability to carry on a conversation comfortably

Answer

The ability to sing during exercise

Answer

Counting heartbeats per minute

Answer

Rating perceived exertion on a scale of 1–10