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When comparing the proper position for spotting different exercises, you can conclude that, in spotting any exercise, it is important to __________.

A
stand with your feet together
B
keep your hand on the bar
C
keep your back upright
D
Place your hand inside the lifter's hands
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All of the following statements concerning drugs and supplements are true EXCEPT:

A
Many drugs and supplements are ineffective and expensive.
B
Many supplements and drugs are frequently used to improve performance and appearance.
C
Supplements and drugs both undergo stringent government testing.
D
Supplements and drugs can both cause unwanted side effects.
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When using the absolute method to assess muscular endurance, you should adjust the weight according to each individual's strength ability.

A
T
B
F
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Which workout schedule would be BEST suited for a weight-lifting workout that builds both strength and endurance?

A
lifting weights four days a week with 2 to 4 repetitions
B
lifting weights every day with 8 to 10 repetitions
C
lifting weights three days a week with 12 to 20 repetitions
D
lifting weights three days a week with 8 to 12 repetitions
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Which of the following activities is most likely to improve muscular endurance?

A
high jumping
B
long distance running
C
sprinting
D
throwing a fast ball
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Slow-twitch muscle fibers have a high resistance to fatigue.

A
T
B
F
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What do barbell curls and dips have in common?

A
They are both leg exercises.
B
They both use free weights.
C
Neither exercise is isotonic.
D
They are both arm exercises.
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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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Lisa and Rachel want to determine their muscular endurance, but they don't have access to a gym or any weight-lifting equipment. What can they use?

A
maxing out method
B
percent of 1 RM method
C
calisthenic method
D
absolute method
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It is important to allow a muscle group 48 hours to recover after targeted weight lifting.

A
T
B
F
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Which statement BEST describes how muscles respond to weight training?

A
Weight training stretches the muscles' limits and makes the muscles longer.
B
Weight training pushes the muscles' abilities, making the muscles gain endurance.
C
Weight training stimulates the muscles and causes the muscle fibers to sit closer together.
D
Weight training overloads muscles, which causes the body to respond by making muscle fibers larger.
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Two individuals start the same training program at the same time, but one is able to grow muscle faster and larger than the other. What is the least likely explanation for this?

A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
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Jamie and Scott did sit-ups, push-ups, and curl-ups, and then compared the information to find out who had better __________.

A
endurance, using the calisthenic method
B
strength, using the max 1 RPM method
C
strength, using the absolute method
D
endurance, using the maxing out method
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If we wanted to compare muscular endurance between a very large person and a very small person, what method would be the BEST method to use?

A
absolute method
B
maxing out
C
callisthenic method
D
fixed percentage of RM method
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If you had a 30-pound barbell at home and you wanted to compare your muscular endurance to your younger brother's, which method would be the BEST to use?

A
absolute method
B
maxing out
C
prediction of 1 percent RM
D
fixed percentage of 1 max RM
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Isometric exercise strengthens muscles without __________.

A
contracting muscle fibers
B
changing muscle length
C
burning calories
D
conscious effort
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If you want to increase your muscular endurance, which workout would be BEST suited to help you reach your goals?

A
a workout that uses five sets of five reps and works out each specific muscle group three times a week, treating every other day as a rest day
B
a workout that works out each muscle group each day, using high weight and low repetitions
C
a workout that uses three sets of 15 repetitions and works each muscle group four times a week, treating every other day as a rest day
D
a workout that isolates one muscle group a day, using low weight and low repetitions
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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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Which of the following factors are incorporated into the FITT principle of weight training?

A
function, intensity, type, and timeline for exercise
B
frequency of exercise, intensity, time allotted, and type of exercise
C
fitness goals, interests of the person, techniques, and time allotted
D
frequency, interests of the person, technical abilities, time commitment
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The principal difference between isometric and isotonic exercises is the __________.

A
use of free weights and weight machines
B
rate of calories burned during exercise
C
change in muscle length during exercise
D
type of muscles exercised

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