Health-related Fitness - Muscular Fitness - Safe Weight Training

5 September 2022
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Feeling pain while lifting is a signal from your body that you are building muscle.
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What would be the most likely outcome if a young man were using anabolic steroids? A. He could go into insulin shock and die. B. He could have trouble with his blood sugar. C. He could develop fatigue or depression. D. He could develop breasts and high blood pressure.
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False
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In weight training, "listen to your body" means to stop lifting if you feel bored or unmotivated.
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A few friends are having a disagreement about spotters. Select the statement that shows the individual understands the role of the spotter correctly. A. Lisa says, "A spotter is important to protect the safety of the lifter but is not necessary for all types of lifts." B. Shawna says, "A spotter is only necessary when you are doing a strength building workout." C. Rachel says, "A spotter is only there to help you count your reps and restack the weights when you are tired." D. Emma says, "A spotter is there to keep you motivated, and it is okay for them to work out while you are lifting."
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When spotting a dead lift, it is important to __________. A. move up and down as the lifter moves B. keep your hands on the bar at all times C. remember not to touch the lifter unless needed D. stay away from the lifter so they don't fall on you
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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 __________. A. a good technique because he moves quickly B. a bad technique because he moves through the range of motion C. a good technique because he is paying attention to form D. a bad technique because he quickly locks a joint
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If you go to a nutrition store and buy a supplement, you can count on the fact that it is pure and safe because supplements are regulated, controlled, and inspected by the FDA.
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Drugs like steroids are controlled substances. They are illegal and dangerous to take without a prescription. Some athletes take them to __________. A. prevent fatigue B. increase metabolism C. stimulate muscle growth D. prevent injury
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In order to prevent injury during your weight-training session, it is necessary to __________. A. do performance testing prior to setting up your workout routine, stretch before and after each workout, get the proper amount of rest and nutrition, and modify your workout as needed B. have your friend check your workout to be sure it is well-designed, exercise only three days a week, and allow for adequate rest between workouts C. never change your workout routine, stretch before and after each workout, allow time to warm up and cool down, and adjust your form as needed D. use slow bouncing movements to warm up and stretch before each workout, follow a plan that includes proper sets and repetitions, adjust your workout and form as needed, and workout every day
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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? A. Darell is experiencing what can happen when you overtrain. B. Darell is experiencing what can happen when you don't know how to do the exercises. C. Darell is experiencing what can happen when you don't properly plan a workout. D. Darell most likely did not check the gym equipment for safety issues before he used it.