Systems of Weight Training Quiz
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What is the rest period between exercises in a circuit program?

  • 30-45 seconds
  • 15-30 seconds (correct)
  • 1-2 minutes
  • 3-5 minutes

What is the resistance range for each exercise in a circuit program?

  • 70-80% of 1 RM
  • 20-30% of 1 RM
  • 40-60% of 1 RM (correct)
  • 90-100% of 1 RM

What is the main benefit of the super set system?

  • Increased cardiovascular endurance
  • Improved flexibility
  • Maximum muscle hypertrophy
  • Time efficiency in large groups (correct)

In the pyramid (light-to-heavy) system, what happens after each set of 3-5 repetitions with a relatively light resistance?

<p>Increase in resistance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining feature of the triangle (full pyramid) program?

<p>It includes both light-to-heavy and heavy-to-light systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of a circuit program?

<p>Improvement in cardiovascular conditioning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system of weight training is suitable for individuals with very little time to dedicate to weight training?

<p>Single Set System (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the drawback of following the same weight training regimen for an indefinite period of time?

<p>Over-training and boredom (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the strength gain achieved by the single set system compare to that achieved by the multiple set system or a periodization program?

<p>By far less (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to bring about optimal gains in muscle strength and hypertrophy according to the text?

<p>Mixing and manipulating various systems appropriately (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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