Quiz #5

Question 1

Differentiate between muscle strength, power, endurance:

Answer 1

Strength = force at which muscles are exerted
Power = force x velocity
Endurance = ability to perform many reps w/a sub maximal resistance over a given period of time

Question 2

Why is “familiarization” important when testing muscular fitness?

Answer 2

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Question 3

What are 2 examples of “standardized” conditions when testing muscular fitness?

Answer 3

a) making sure and enforcing the importance of correct/proper posture
b) speed at which individual is lifting each rep, making sure reps are not done too fast or too slow

Question 4

Outline the procedure for testing for a 1RM:

Answer 4

1. warm-up client by having them perform the exercise in which they are testing their 1RM, for 10-12 reps
2. start applying weight and increase by 2-3 km

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Question 5

During skinfold assessment, you should take a 3rd measurement if duplicate measurements are to within how many mm?

Answer 5

1-2 mm

Question 6

When using bioelectrical impedance (BIA) to assess body comp., what is the key subject factor that if changed, can affect the individual’s body comp.?

Answer 6

Hydration