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# 7 End-of-course quiz

Complete the following informal quiz, which tests your knowledge of the course.

Simon to check question 4 as all four options appear to be negative to me. ‘Potential long-term damage to the heart muscle’ is a negative isn’t it?

1. Identify which of the following statements shows an application of a sport physiology approach.

Ultramarathon running demands that participants need to be able to withstand significant amounts of pain
Ultramarathon running involves a significant financial outlay in paying for travel and the equipment needed
Ultramarathon running requires elements of both aerobic endurance and the ability to tolerate lactic acid build up
Ultramarathon running is viewed as a socially acceptable way to deal with problems in your personal life

2. Identify which of the following would be considered to be an extreme endurance event.

An adventure race of 10 km
Swimming event of 15 km
Running event of 42 km
Cycling event of 75 km

3. Identify which psychological trait is essential for participation in extreme endurance events.

Ability to deal with high levels of stress
Ability to set SMART goals
Ability to tolerate high levels of pain
Ability to develop an exercise addiction

4. Identify which of the following is NOT a negative effect of extreme endurance activity.

Potential long-term damage to the heart muscle
Muscle tightness and microtears
Digestive problems such as nausea and cramps
Inflammation due to an increase in oxygen consumption
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