Safe Weight Training Answers

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 __________. A. good technique because the form is appropriate B. poor technique because the back should be bent C. poor technique because the spotter should be moving up and down with the lifter as they lift the weight D. poor technique because the spotter should have their hands underneath the bar Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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 Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Feeling pain while lifting is a signal from your body that you are building muscle.

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If Cindy wanted to increase her endurance by taking supplements or drugs, she would be attempting to increase the __________. A. uptake of oxygen by red blood cells B. release of sugars in the blood stream C. uptake of carbohydrates by the body D. release of insulin in the body Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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." Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

When spotting an overhead press, the spotter would need to __________. A. keep his or her hands off the lifter and weights and make sure the lifter did not fall back B. keep his or her hands beneath the bar and watch the bar carefully C. hold the lifter under his or her shoulders and move with the lifter as the weight is lifted D. place his or her hands outside the lifter's hands and stand with a straight back Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

In weight training, "listen to your body" means to stop lifting if you feel bored or unmotivated.

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 Please select the best answer from the choices provided.