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What characterizes isotonic exercise?
What characterizes isotonic exercise?
- Muscle contraction is only isometric
- Muscle lengthening prevents tension development
- Muscle contraction occurs against a constant or variable load (correct)
- Muscle contraction without any change in length
What type of muscle contraction occurs during concentric exercise?
What type of muscle contraction occurs during concentric exercise?
- No movement around the joint
- Relaxation of the muscle without tension
- Overall shortening of the muscle as it generates tension (correct)
- Lengthening of the muscle against resistance
Which of the following describes eccentric exercise?
Which of the following describes eccentric exercise?
- The muscle shows no tension development
- The muscle shortens while controlling motion
- The muscle remains static with no movement
- The muscle lengthens while developing tension (correct)
In which situation is isometric exercise primarily used?
In which situation is isometric exercise primarily used?
What is a key difference between concentric and eccentric exercises?
What is a key difference between concentric and eccentric exercises?
What constitutes one complete repetition of the dumbbell shoulder press?
What constitutes one complete repetition of the dumbbell shoulder press?
What is defined as a group of consecutive repetitions without resting?
What is defined as a group of consecutive repetitions without resting?
Which factor can improve muscular endurance?
Which factor can improve muscular endurance?
Which statement about muscular strength is true?
Which statement about muscular strength is true?
What does muscular power refer to in terms of physical activity?
What does muscular power refer to in terms of physical activity?
What characterizes active resisted resistance exercise?
What characterizes active resisted resistance exercise?
During recovery or rest intervals, what is the primary purpose?
During recovery or rest intervals, what is the primary purpose?
Which outcome is least likely to be included in a rehab plan focusing on exercise?
Which outcome is least likely to be included in a rehab plan focusing on exercise?
What is a key characteristic of isometric strength gains over a six-week period?
What is a key characteristic of isometric strength gains over a six-week period?
Which type of isometric exercise is designed to help develop postural stability?
Which type of isometric exercise is designed to help develop postural stability?
What is a primary function of muscle-setting exercises?
What is a primary function of muscle-setting exercises?
Why are multiple angle exercises used in strength training?
Why are multiple angle exercises used in strength training?
Which statement about isometric contractions is true?
Which statement about isometric contractions is true?
What defines isokinetic exercise?
What defines isokinetic exercise?
Which type of exercise is characterized by the distal segment of a limb moving freely in space?
Which type of exercise is characterized by the distal segment of a limb moving freely in space?
In what scenario is isometric exercise particularly helpful?
In what scenario is isometric exercise particularly helpful?
What does the term '1 Repetition Maximum (1RM)' refer to?
What does the term '1 Repetition Maximum (1RM)' refer to?
Which group should start with lower percentage loads in a resistance training program?
Which group should start with lower percentage loads in a resistance training program?
What is the range of percentage loads recommended for trained individuals during resistance training?
What is the range of percentage loads recommended for trained individuals during resistance training?
Which maneuver should be avoided during resistance exercise due to cardiovascular precautions?
Which maneuver should be avoided during resistance exercise due to cardiovascular precautions?
What is the purpose of starting with low loads of 30%-50% in resistance training?
What is the purpose of starting with low loads of 30%-50% in resistance training?
What training category should individuals with significant deficits in muscle strength focus on?
What training category should individuals with significant deficits in muscle strength focus on?
For which population is a high training load of 70% - 80% recommended?
For which population is a high training load of 70% - 80% recommended?
Which of the following statements regarding resistance exercise is accurate?
Which of the following statements regarding resistance exercise is accurate?
What consequence can overwork or overtraining have on muscular strength?
What consequence can overwork or overtraining have on muscular strength?
Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis?
Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis?
How can overwork be effectively avoided during an exercise program?
How can overwork be effectively avoided during an exercise program?
What should be avoided in exercise programming for patients with osteoporosis?
What should be avoided in exercise programming for patients with osteoporosis?
In the context of substitute motions, what can happen when too much resistance is applied to a contracting muscle?
In the context of substitute motions, what can happen when too much resistance is applied to a contracting muscle?
Which of the following is NOT a measure to decrease the risk of overtraining?
Which of the following is NOT a measure to decrease the risk of overtraining?
What is a common outcome when a patient with weak muscles attempts to perform movements?
What is a common outcome when a patient with weak muscles attempts to perform movements?
What role does calcium intake play regarding osteoporosis risk?
What role does calcium intake play regarding osteoporosis risk?
