Question 1

Sandbags provide an active resistance rather than a __________ resistance.

Accepted Answer

static

Question 2

The majority of athletic strength and conditioning programs today emphasize _____________ as the preferred mode of resistance training.

Accepted Answer

A)   body weight exercises
B)   selectorized machines
C)   free weights
D)   manual resistance C

Question 3

There is little research to scientifically support the use of implement training in the strength training programs of high level athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Because of the dynamic resistance that the dumbbell kegs provide, performance of Olympic-style exercises with these implements:

Accepted Answer

A)   is not recommended
B)   is recommended, but only for lifters who have good technique performing the Olympic-style exercises
C)   is recommended for all lifters
D)   must be carefully spotted

Question 5

A review of training programs being used in strength and conditioning facilities across the country would likely reveal strong _______________ in program design from facility to facility.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A review of training programs being used...

Question 6

In selecting the resistance to be used in a keg bench press, the athletes should select a weight that is:

Accepted Answer

A)   of the same resistance they would use performing the same exercise with a barbell
B)   lighter than the resistance they would use performing the same exercise with a barbell
C)   heavier than the resistance they would use performing the same exercise with a barbell
D)   it does not matter what the weight is in comparison to performing the same exercise with a barbell

Question 7

Water-filled dumbbells provide a resistance that is:

Accepted Answer

A)   more dynamic than that of the kegs
B)   less dynamic than that of the kegs
C)   as dynamic as that of the kegs
D)   too challenging for all but the most experienced lifter

Question 8

Many athletic strength training programs place an emphasis on performance of ________________ within their training programs.

Accepted Answer

A)   Olympic-style exercises
B)   single-joint exercises
C)   complex exercises
D)   manual resistance training

Question 9

Because of the large amount of available research, the majority of any training program must be based on theoretical concepts and tradition rather than ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because of the large amount of available...

Question 10

Most strength and conditioning coaches adhere to the concept of ______________ organizing their training programs into cycles so that each cycle has a specific physiological goal, with the ultimate goal being to bring their athletes to a peak at the appropriate time.

Accepted Answer

A)   phase training
B)   periodization
C)   multilinear programming
D)   linear regression

Question 11

___________ provide a variable form of resistance which matches the human strength curve.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ provide a variable form of resistance...

Question 12

Because of the uniqueness of implement training, all types of implements and related training movements will be beneficial in improving athletic performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What exercise(s) can be performed with a tire?

Accepted Answer

A)   bench
B)   squat
C)   flip
D)   deadlift

Question 14

In performing a standing shoulder press exercise with the kegs, it is suggested that the lifter keep his or her back ___________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of In performing a standing shoulder press exercise...

Question 15

What does research tell us in regard to the benefits of using water as a form of resistance?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What does research tell us in regard...

Question 16

____________ are a training device that originated in Russia before the latter part of the 19th century.

Accepted Answer

A)   kegs
B)   logs
C)   chains
D)   kettlebells

Question 17

The weight range of kegs needed in the strength training facility will be determined at least partially by:

Accepted Answer

A)   available space
B)   availability of the kegs
C)   types of implement exercises to be performed
D)   strength level of athletes

Question 18

Implement training has little real value in athletic strength training programs except as a way of increasing training variation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Discuss the potential advantages of the tire flip exercise.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the potential advantages of the tire...

Question 20

During performance of the keg/log one-leg squat, it is not necessary to achieve a true parallel squat position because of the extreme difficulty of the exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 18: Implement Training

Sandbags provide an active resistance rather than a __________ resistance.

The majority of athletic strength and conditioning programs today emphasize _____________ as the preferred mode of resistance training.

There is little research to scientifically support the use of implement training in the strength training programs of high level athletes.

Because of the dynamic resistance that the dumbbell kegs provide, performance of Olympic-style exercises with these implements:

A review of training programs being used in strength and conditioning facilities across the country would likely reveal strong _______________ in program design from facility to facility.

In selecting the resistance to be used in a keg bench press, the athletes should select a weight that is:

Water-filled dumbbells provide a resistance that is:

Many athletic strength training programs place an emphasis on performance of ________________ within their training programs.

Because of the large amount of available research, the majority of any training program must be based on theoretical concepts and tradition rather than ____________.

Most strength and conditioning coaches adhere to the concept of ______________ organizing their training programs into cycles so that each cycle has a specific physiological goal, with the ultimate goal being to bring their athletes to a peak at the appropriate time.

___________ provide a variable form of resistance which matches the human strength curve.

Because of the uniqueness of implement training, all types of implements and related training movements will be beneficial in improving athletic performance.

What exercise(s) can be performed with a tire?

In performing a standing shoulder press exercise with the kegs, it is suggested that the lifter keep his or her back ___________________

What does research tell us in regard to the benefits of using water as a form of resistance?

____________ are a training device that originated in Russia before the latter part of the 19th century.

The weight range of kegs needed in the strength training facility will be determined at least partially by:

Implement training has little real value in athletic strength training programs except as a way of increasing training variation.

Discuss the potential advantages of the tire flip exercise.

During performance of the keg/log one-leg squat, it is not necessary to achieve a true parallel squat position because of the extreme difficulty of the exercise.