Module 8 - Resistance Training

Question 1

What is the purpose of resistance training?

Answer 1

The purpose of resistance training is to go faster and get stronger.

Question 2

What is the overload principle?

Answer 2

The overload principle refers to a physical training practice in which the body is intentionally pressed to work beyond its current limits.

Question 3

What is the neuroendocrine response?

Answer 3

This response refers to the interactions between the nervous and endocrine systems that occur when performing specific strength-training movements.

Question 4

What does the neuroendocrine response increase?

Answer 4

This response increases testosterone and hormones that stimulate muscle growth/strength.

Question 5

The neuroendocrine response also influences the order in which exercises _________________________.

Answer 5

Should be completed.

Question 6

Muscles are often categorized as _______and ______ movers.

Answer 6

Primary and secondary.

Question 7

What is a primary mover?

Answer 7

A muscle or muscle group that is primarily responsible for producing a movement.

Question 8

What is a secondary mover?

Answer 8

Also termed “stabilizer”, is a muscle or muscle group that contributes indirectly or secondarily to move.