Health-related Fitness - Muscular Fitness - Safe Weight Training

What would be the most likely outcome if a young man were using anabolic steroids?

A few friends are having a disagreement about spotters. Select the statement that shows the individual understands the role of the spotter correctly.

When spotting a dead lift, it is important to __________.

When doing curls, John is careful to extend through the full range of motion and quickly lock his elbows to make sure that he does not drop the weight. This is an example of __________.

Which types of lifts require spotters?

In order to prevent injury during your weight-training session, it is necessary to __________.

Darell has a home gym that his older brother set up. Nobody has used the gym for a few years but Darell has decided to give weight lifting a try. He talks to his gym teacher, who shows him proper form for the exercises and does performance testing. Together they design a starter program that includes a warm-up, stretching, and some basic weight-lifting exercises, followed by a time of stretching. On the first day of his routine, Darell is injured. What is the most likely cause of his injury?

When spotting a bench press, the spotter stands with a straight back, hands under the arms of the lifter, and carefully watches the bar. This demonstrates __________.

When spotting an overhead press, the spotter would need to __________.

Joseph is taking amphetamines to combat fatigue during his workout. This may not be a good idea because __________.

The proper sequence of a weight-lifting workout includes a warm-up period, followed by stretching, weight lifting, and stretching again.

Which suggested change would cause the greatest increase in the amount of overload in your weight-training workout?

Weight lifters often use supplements and drugs to enhance their appearance or performance. In which scenario is the weight lifter placing himself or herself at the greatest risk for harm?