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Weight training requires that individuals add supplemental protein to their diet.
Weight training requires that individuals add supplemental protein to their diet.
False (B)
Isometric exercise strengthens muscles without __________.
Isometric exercise strengthens muscles without __________.
changing muscle length
What distinguishes push-ups from other chest exercises such as the bench press and dumbbell flies?
What distinguishes push-ups from other chest exercises such as the bench press and dumbbell flies?
Push-ups do not require any weights or machines.
Plyometrics is an isometric exercise technique.
Plyometrics is an isometric exercise technique.
A one-repetition maximum is most important in developing muscle __________.
A one-repetition maximum is most important in developing muscle __________.
Well-designed weight-training programs only target two or three body areas.
Well-designed weight-training programs only target two or three body areas.
Which of the following is TRUE about protein and supplements in diets?
Which of the following is TRUE about protein and supplements in diets?
In calisthenics, the resistance is ultimately provided by __________.
In calisthenics, the resistance is ultimately provided by __________.
Which of the following is a myth about weight lifting?
Which of the following is a myth about weight lifting?
Why is it a myth that muscle turns into fat when someone stops working out?
Why is it a myth that muscle turns into fat when someone stops working out?
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Isometric exercise
Isometric exercise
Muscles strengthen without changing length.
What's unique about push-ups?
What's unique about push-ups?
Push-ups use body weight and don't require weights or machines.
One-repetition maximum
One-repetition maximum
Developing muscle strength, measures the max weight lifted in one repetition.
Calisthenics resistance source
Calisthenics resistance source
The resistance is provided by gravity and bodyweight.
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Muscle turns to fat?
Muscle turns to fat?
Muscle and fat are different tissues; one can't transform into the other. Muscle can atrophy and fat can increase.
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Effectiveness of supplements.
Effectiveness of supplements.
It is uncertain whether many dietary supplements are effective.
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Weightlifting for women
Weightlifting for women
Women do not typically develop large, bulky muscles from lifting weights due to lower testosterone levels.
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Weight Training and Protein
- Weight training does not necessarily require individuals to add supplemental protein to their diets.
Isometric Exercise
- Isometric exercises strengthen muscles without changing muscle length.
Push-Ups vs. Other Chest Exercises
- Push-ups are unique among chest exercises as they do not require weights or machines.
Plyometrics
- Plyometrics should not be classified as an isometric exercise technique.
One-Repetition Maximum
- A one-repetition maximum is crucial for developing muscle strength.
Weight Training Programs
- Well-designed weight-training programs typically target multiple body areas rather than just two or three.
Dietary Supplements
- There is uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of many dietary supplements in diets.
Calisthenics Resistance
- In calisthenics, the resistance for exercises is primarily provided by gravity.
Myths about Weight Lifting
- One common myth is that women who lift weights will develop large, bulky muscles, which is not true.
Muscle and Fat Tissue
- It is a misconception that muscle can turn into fat when someone stops working out; muscle and fat are entirely different types of tissue.
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