A Physical Therapist Is Designing a Strength Training Program for an 8

Multiple Choice

A physical therapist is designing a strength training program for an 8 year-old child with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.Which of the following exercise prescriptions follow the recommended exercise guidelines for children with CP?

A) Exercise frequency= 3× week;duration 6-10 weeks;intensity 50-60% 1RM;volume 4-10 reps,1-2 sets;progression 2-5% increase in load.
B) Exercise frequency= 2× week;duration 10-16 weeks;intensity 40-50% 1RM;volume 12-15 reps,2 sets;progression 5% increase in load.
C) Exercise frequency= 3× week;duration 4-6 weeks;intensity 60-80% 1RM;volume 8-12 reps,1 set;progression 2-5% increase in load.
D) Exercise frequency= 2× week;duration 4-6 weeks;intensity 30-50% 1RM;volume 10-15 reps,2-3 sets;progression 5-8% increase in load.