Gym Trainer Exercise Programming & Periodization

Question 1

What does the acronym FITT stand for in exercise programming?

Accepted Answer

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

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Fatigue, Interval, Tension, Training

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Frequency, Interval, Threshold, Timing

Answer

Force, Intensity, Time, Technique

Question 2

Which periodization model organizes training into large blocks focusing on one quality at a time?

Accepted Answer

Block periodization

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Linear periodization

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Undulating periodization

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Concurrent periodization

Question 3

What is the recommended rest period between sets for maximal strength development (1–3 RM)?

Accepted Answer

3–5 minutes

Answer

30–60 seconds

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1–2 minutes

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5–10 minutes

Question 4

In the NSCA rep range guidelines, hypertrophy is typically trained with how many reps per set?

Accepted Answer

6–12

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1–5

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13–20

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20–30

Question 5

Which training principle states that the body must be progressively stressed beyond its current capacity to continue improving?

Accepted Answer

Progressive overload

Answer

Specificity

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Reversibility

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Variation

Question 6

What is a mesocycle in periodization?

Accepted Answer

A training block lasting 3–6 weeks

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A single training session

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A full year of training

Answer

A single week of training