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Which of the following is important when determining "good" from "bad" exercise
technique?
Select one:
a. All of these answers
b. If the equipment is aligned and properly secured
c. The purpose of the exercise
d. The quality of the movement
e. The desired range of motion - ANSWER: A
Which of the following is true regarding straps and belts?
Select one:
a. Straps reduce the amount of work done by the grip, so should be avoided
b. None of these answers
c. Belts improve safety, but also reduce activation of core muscles
d. Both should be used during heavy lifting for safety purposes
e. Neither should be used during heavy lifting - ANSWER: B
Should Seattle Seahawk's Quarterback (and future Hall of Famer) Russell Wilson eat
more protein?
Select one:
a. Yes
b. It would depend on how much he is currently eating
c. No - ANSWER: B
Partial range of motion training:
Select one:
a. Can be effective for hypertrophy because it requires constant muscle tension
b. Is smart because joints should rarely be trained over a full range of motion
c. Is safer because it reduces cartilage damage
d. Is better for elderly people
e. Is stupid, you should always train over a full range of motion - ANSWER: A
Which of the following is NOT performed during Powerlifting competitions?
Select one:
a. Squat
b. Snatch & Bench Press are NOT performed during Powerlifting competitions
c. Bench Press
d. Snatch
,e. None are performed during Powerlifting competitions - ANSWER: D
Bouncing/swinging when lifting:
Select one:
a. is beneficial because it causes greater stretch, which improves flexibility
b. is not cheating because it maximizes the length-tension relationship
c. is dangerous because it harms joints
d. is not a good idea because it allows the lifter to use momentum
e. None of these answers - ANSWER: E.
Which of the following increases the injury risk of an exercise?
Select one:
a. Going too fast
b. Too much volume
c. Using a full range of motion
d. Using a machine
e. All of these answers - ANSWER: B
Which of the following is true?
Select one:
a. Bodybuilders typically have better speed than Weightlifters
b. Competitive circuit training athletes typically have better hypertrophy than
World's Strongest Men/Women
c. World's Strongest Men/Women are typically stronger than Powerlifters
d. Weightlifters are typically more powerful than Powerlifters
e. None of these answers - ANSWER: E.
According to Andy's BS Detecting System, information from scientists will always be
more accurate and credible than information from coaches.
Select one:
True
False - ANSWER: False
Which of the following would be appropriate for judging the quality of a pull-up?
Select one:
a. The symmetry between the left and right shoulder blade movement
b. All of the above
c. If the athlete knew whether or not their core was activated
d. How stable their hips were during the concentric portion
e. How much flexion and extension occurred in the elbow joint - ANSWER: B.
You should never lift with the same muscle group on back to back days.
Select one:
, True
False - ANSWER: False
Which of the following is true?
Select one:
a. The back should stay as vertical as possible when performing a low bar back squat.
b. A false grip (aka monkey grip) should be avoided when doing pull-ups and bent
rows, but is a great when performing and bench press.
c. Using a spotter is recommended when performing a leg press, but is not necessary
when doing plyometrics, tricep push downs, or lunges.
d. Preacher curls would likely target the brachialis more than the biceps brachii
because the biceps brachii can't contract fully when the shoulder joint is flexed.
(Hint: the biceps brachii originates on the scapula/shoulder).
e. A common method of deception in the field of S&C is to "cherry-pick", which
means to jump to a conclusion based on the results of a single study - ANSWER: D.
Bouncing at the bottom of a squat would likely shift the burden of force production
from the muscle to connective tissue. - ANSWER: False
A false/open/thumb-over grip should never be used when lifting weights.
Select one:
True
False - ANSWER: False
Coaches should consider factors such as athlete preference, muscle asymmetries,
sport specificity, and injury status when choosing each exercise.
Select one:
True
False - ANSWER: True
Which of the following is not on the list of the "6 exercise adaptations"?
Select one:
a. Hypertrophy
b. Skill
c. Strength
d. Conditioning
e. Speed
f. Power
g. All of these are on the list - ANSWER: G.
Which of the following does exercise selection determine?
Select one:
a. All of these
b. Muscle/Joints utilized
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