Fitness Lessons Strength Training Fundamentals 2

Question 1

What is the recommended rest period between sets for maximal strength development?

Accepted Answer

3–5 minutes

Answer

30–60 seconds

Answer

90 seconds

Answer

Less than 30 seconds

Question 2

What is a 'superset' in strength training?

Accepted Answer

Performing two exercises back-to-back with minimal rest

Answer

Lifting maximum weight for one repetition

Answer

Adding weight each set progressively

Answer

Performing a single set to failure

Question 3

Which muscle group is the primary mover in a bench press?

Accepted Answer

Pectoralis major

Answer

Latissimus dorsi

Answer

Trapezius

Answer

Deltoid

Question 4

What does 'periodization' mean in a strength training program?

Accepted Answer

Planned variation of training volume and intensity over time

Answer

Performing the same workout every session

Answer

Training every muscle group daily

Answer

Only lifting on weekdays

Question 5

What is the primary benefit of training with free weights over machines?

Accepted Answer

Greater recruitment of stabilizer muscles

Answer

Reduced injury risk in all scenarios

Answer

Easier to use for beginners

Answer

Less equipment required

Question 6

Which training technique involves lowering the weight more slowly than lifting it?

Accepted Answer

Tempo training

Answer

Drop sets

Answer

Pyramid sets

Answer

Rest-pause training