The basal metabolic rate declines 1 to 2 percent per decade in part because ____
A) ?lean muscle mass and thyroid hormones decrease
B) ?blood pressure generally increases
C) ?lipid oxidation is increased
D) ?the immune system becomes more active
A
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A) The cytoplasm B) The Golgi apparatus C) The mitochondrion D) The nucleus
What percentage of U.S. adults report that they engage in NO regular physical activity?
A) 10% B) 20% C) 30% D) 40%
According to social cognitive theory, approaching behavior change in small steps that enhance the person's self-confidence will facilitate the development of ____
a. expectations b. observational learning c. reinforcement d. self-efficacy
Not including physically active adults, the recommended fluid intake for the average adult is approximately ____ of water per kg of body weight.? ?
A) ?15-35 mL B) ?20-50 mL C) ?25-40 mL D) ?40-60 mL