Question 1

Which of the following would be considered an assistance exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)   arm curl
B)   deadlift
C)   power clean
D)   bench Press A

Question 2

Which factor affects training intensity?

Accepted Answer

A)   frequency of training sessions
B)   average load used per training session
C)   the rate at which training proceeds
D)   all of the above D

Question 3

Greater strength gains are seen when athletes use only concentric muscle actions during resistance training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

What is a measure or estimate of the total work performed that is strongly related to total energy expenditure?

Accepted Answer

A)   training volume
B)   training intensity
C)   training density
D)   volume load

Question 5

The deadlift is an example of a _____-joint exercise.

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Question 6

The highest power output achieved in an exercise is a function of:

Accepted Answer

A)   the load lifted
B)   the relative intensity of the exercise
C)   the trained state and level of athlete
D)   the load lifted, the relative intensity of the exercise, and the trained state and level of athlete

Question 7

You have been asked to design a resistance training program for an experienced weight lifter who is training for maximal power. Briefly explain the importance of repetition velocity in power development.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

The athlete's training status (i.e. novice vs. experienced) influences the prescription of exercise load.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Strength gains are influenced by:

Accepted Answer

A)   repetition velocity
B)   rest period length
C)   number of sets per exercise
D)   repetition velocity, rest period length, and number of sets per exercise

Question 10

Heavy- and light-day training refer to aspects of the:

Accepted Answer

A)   macrocycle
B)   mesocycle
C)   microcycle
D)   annual training plan

Question 11

Exercise intensity is related to:

Accepted Answer

A)   the average rate at which a training session proceeds
B)   the power output of an exercise
C)   the average load lifted per exercise in a training session
D)   the percentage of maximum used in an exercise

Question 12

Training ________ equals sets (number) x repetitions (number) x resistance (weight).

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Question 13

Briefly describe the differences between strength training and muscular endurance training with respect to training intensity (load), number of repetitions per set, and inter-set rest periods.

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Question 14

_____________ involves providing an appropriate stimulus for attaining a desired level of physical, physiological, or performance adaptation.

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Question 15

Periodization is:

Accepted Answer

A)   a method of linear volume training
B)   a method of variation training
C)   a method of linear intensity training
D)   a logical method of varying volume of intensity over time

Question 16

You have been asked to design a resistance training program for an experienced weight lifter who is training for maximal strength. How many sets per exercise would you recommend (single or multiple) and justify your response.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

When training for muscular endurance, approximately how long should inter-set rest periods be?

Accepted Answer

A)   long (3-5 minute) 
B)   moderate (2-3 minutes) 
C)   short (1-2 minutes) 
D)   inter-set rest periods do not affect muscular endurance

Question 18

Ballistic exercises are commonly used for power training because:

Accepted Answer

A)   more weight is used
B)   the weight is accelerated throughout the range of motion
C)   the range of motion increases
D)   more weight is used, the weight is accelerated throughout the range of motion, and the range of motion increases

Question 19

__________ exercises occur when the distal end of the moving segment is in contact with a fixed surface.

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Question 20

How can the goals of training best be met?

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Exam 16: Resistance Exercise Prescription

Which of the following would be considered an assistance exercise?

Which factor affects training intensity?

Greater strength gains are seen when athletes use only concentric muscle actions during resistance training.

What is a measure or estimate of the total work performed that is strongly related to total energy expenditure?

The deadlift is an example of a _____-joint exercise.

The highest power output achieved in an exercise is a function of:

You have been asked to design a resistance training program for an experienced weight lifter who is training for maximal power. Briefly explain the importance of repetition velocity in power development.

The athlete's training status (i.e. novice vs. experienced) influences the prescription of exercise load.

Strength gains are influenced by:

Heavy- and light-day training refer to aspects of the:

Exercise intensity is related to:

Training ________ equals sets (number) x repetitions (number) x resistance (weight).

Briefly describe the differences between strength training and muscular endurance training with respect to training intensity (load), number of repetitions per set, and inter-set rest periods.

_____________ involves providing an appropriate stimulus for attaining a desired level of physical, physiological, or performance adaptation.

Periodization is:

You have been asked to design a resistance training program for an experienced weight lifter who is training for maximal strength. How many sets per exercise would you recommend (single or multiple) and justify your response.

When training for muscular endurance, approximately how long should inter-set rest periods be?

Ballistic exercises are commonly used for power training because:

__________ exercises occur when the distal end of the moving segment is in contact with a fixed surface.

How can the goals of training best be met?