Strength Training Principles Quiz
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Strength Training Principles Quiz

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What is the optimal recovery time between workouts for the same muscle group to ensure strength gains?

  • 24 hours
  • 48 hours (correct)
  • 12 hours
  • 72 hours
  • How often should each muscle group be trained for optimal strength gains?

  • 1 day every 2 weeks
  • 2-3 days/week (correct)
  • 1 day/week
  • 4-5 days/week
  • What is the total training volume for a client who performs 3 sets of 10 repetitions at 125 pounds?

  • 3750 pounds (correct)
  • Cannot be determined
  • 375 pounds
  • 1250 pounds
  • Which term describes exercising the agonistic and antagonistic muscle groups consecutively without rest?

    <p>Super set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What model describes increasing intensity while decreasing training volume as the lifter progresses?

    <p>Linear periodization model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended rest period between sets when training for maximal strength and power?

    <p>3-5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of training emphasizes muscular endurance more than strength or power when performed on unstable surfaces?

    <p>Core stability training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding concentric and eccentric muscle actions is accurate?

    <p>Higher forces are obtained with concentric actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is most effective for increasing dynamic muscular endurance of the elbow extensors?

    <p>12-15 repetitions of triceps push-down with variable resistance machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What recommendation is correct for resistance training programs for children?

    <p>Training intensity should not exceed 80% of 1-RM.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the efficacy of fast-velocity resistance exercise for older adults?

    <p>Fast-velocity resistance exercise appears to be superior to traditional resistance training for developing muscle power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about single-set vs multiple-set training for strength gains?

    <p>There is a clear evidence that single-set training is just as effective as multiple-set training for producing strength increases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true regarding delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

    <p>It first appears 24-48 hours after eccentric exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about muscle hypertrophy from different training types is correct?

    <p>Isokinetic resistance training leads to greater muscle hypertrophy than dynamic constant resistance training.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration regarding the impact of resistance training on children?

    <p>Adequate supervision and correct training volume are crucial during resistance programs for children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the relationship between weight-bearing aerobic activities and resistance training regarding bone density?

    <p>Only resistance training can enhance bone density.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about creatine monohydrate or HMB supplementation in conjunction with resistance training?

    <p>Scientific evidence does not establish effectiveness of creatine monohydrate or HMB with resistance training for muscle mass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an incorrect statement about resistance training adaptations?

    <p>Myosin ATPase activity is changed through resistance training.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Muscle Recovery and Training Frequency

    • Optimal recovery time between workouts for the same muscle group is 48 hours.
    • Each muscle group should ideally be trained 2-3 times per week for optimal strength gains.

    Training Concepts

    • Training intensity and training volume do not necessarily increase together; they can operate independently.
    • Super set refers to exercising agonistic and antagonistic muscle groups consecutively without rest.
    • The linear periodization model describes increasing intensity while decreasing training volume over time.

    Strength Training Guidelines

    • Recommended rest period for maximal strength and power training is 3-5 minutes between sets.
    • Core stability training on unstable surfaces focuses on developing muscular endurance more than strength or power.

    Injury and Safety Concerns

    • Injury rates for extreme conditioning programs like CrossFit are approximately five times higher than traditional resistance training programs.

    Training Dynamics

    • Higher forces are not obtained with concentric muscle actions compared to eccentric actions.
    • Research indicates no significant difference in muscle hypertrophy between isokinetic resistance training and dynamic constant resistance training.

    Youth Resistance Training

    • For children, training intensity should not exceed 80% of their one-repetition maximum (1-RM), and training volume should be limited compared to adults.

    Resistance Training Benefits

    • Fast-velocity resistance exercises may be more effective than traditional methods for building muscle power, especially in older adults.
    • Evidence suggests that single-set training can be as effective as multiple-set training for strength gains.

    Exercise Adjustments

    • Creating unstable surfaces during exercises can enhance abdominal activation compared to stable conditions.
    • There is mixed scientific evidence about creatine monohydrate and HMB enhancing lean mass alongside resistance training.

    Gender Differences in Muscle Response

    • Men typically show greater absolute increases in muscle size than women, but the relative increase in fiber size is similar across genders.

    Aerobic vs. Resistance Training

    • Weight-bearing aerobic activities do not provide the same benefits for bone mineral density as resistance training.

    Physiological Changes from Resistance Training

    • Resistance training boosts the action of hormones such as testosterone, growth hormone, and insulin-like growth factor.
    • Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) primarily occurs 24-48 hours after eccentric exercise.

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