Practice Exam

1. What are protein requirements for a 7 to 10 year old (per pound of bodyweight)?

.5 to .75

1.1 to 1.2

.8 to 1.0

2. To develop directed strength, how much training time should be devoted to strength training for a specific sport or purpose?

20 to 30%

50%

80%

100%

3. Why is engaging the core important to teach?

It stabilizes the spine

It’s a fundamental part of good posture

It should be set before movement occurs

All of the above

4. Which one of these components is NOT one of the main five for youth training?

Aerobic capacity

Body composition

Anaerobic training

Muscular endurance

5. Special training should be made up of which combination?

10% general strength. 90% sport specific strength.

25% general strength. 75% sport specific strength.

35% general strength. 65% sport specific strength.

50% general strength. 50% sport specific strength.

6. In the 11 to 14 age group, how much strength training is recommended?

1 time per week

3 times per week, 30 minutes

3 times per week, 15 minutes

This age group should not exercise

7. Common flexibility constraints are hip and shoulder mobility in what age group?

Ages 6 to 10

Ages 10 to 13

Ages 13 to 15

None of the above

8. Why is protein important in our diet?

It helps repair muscle damage

It helps growth and repair of body tissues

Maintains health of our hair, skin and fingernails

All of the above

9. What is the recommended fiber intake from the American Heart Association for children?

Age plus 12

Age plus 5

20 grams

No fiber is recommended for children

10. Young athletes often lack stability and overall coordination in their early years.

True

False

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