Mastering Aerobic Exercise Intensity

Mastering Aerobic Exercise Intensity

Test your knowledge on how to accurately measure and manage the intensity of aerobic exercises for optimum health benefits and performance.

published on October 07, 2024
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What is the 'talk test' in aerobic exercise?

What is the 'talk test' in aerobic exercise?
Reciting the alphabet
Checking if you can speak during exercise
Using a microphone to monitor sound
Singing a song
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What is the most common method to measure exercise intensity?

What is the most common method to measure exercise intensity?
Caloric Intake
Step Count
RPE Scale
Heart Rate Monitoring
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What intensity level is a casual walk?

What intensity level is a casual walk?
High
Low
Very High
Moderate
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Which scale is often used to measure perceived exertion?

Which scale is often used to measure perceived exertion?
Borg Scale
Fahrenheit Scale
Kelvin Scale
Decibel Scale
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What is the formula for estimating maximum heart rate?

What is the formula for estimating maximum heart rate?
220 minus your age
Your weight times two
Your age plus 100
Height divided by two
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Which method is not used to measure exercise intensity?

Which method is not used to measure exercise intensity?
Heart Rate
Talk Test
Intensity Gradient
VO2 Max
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What should you do if your heart rate is too high during exercise?

What should you do if your heart rate is too high during exercise?
Continue at the same pace
Slow down or take a break
Ignore and push through
Increase exercise intensity
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How can you increase exercise intensity?

How can you increase exercise intensity?
Decrease frequency
Increase exercise time
Reduce number of repetitions
Decrease weight lifted
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What is a sign of over-exertion during exercise?

What is a sign of over-exertion during exercise?
Shortness of breath
Increased focus
Improved stamina
Mild sweating
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Which tool can help keep track of heart rate?

Which tool can help keep track of heart rate?
Pedometer
Heart rate monitor
Thermometer
Caliper
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What percentage of your maximum heart rate is recommended for moderate exercise?

What percentage of your maximum heart rate is recommended for moderate exercise?
20-40%
90-100%
50-70%
80-90%
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What is VO2 max?

What is VO2 max?
Maximum oxygen intake during exercise
Maximum heart rate
Maximum speed
Maximum blood pressure
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Which is a benefit of tracking aerobic intensity?

Which is a benefit of tracking aerobic intensity?
Decreasing exercise duration
Avoiding hydration
Reducing calorie burn
Preventing injuries