NASM Resistance Training Concepts and Techniques 2

Question 1

What principle states that training must continually increase in difficulty to continue producing adaptations?

Accepted Answer

Progressive overload principle

Answer

The progressive overload principle requires systematically increasing training stress over time to continue eliciting physiological adaptations.

Question 2

Which type of muscle action occurs when the muscle lengthens while producing force?

Accepted Answer

Eccentric

Answer

An eccentric muscle action occurs when the muscle generates tension while lengthening, such as lowering a weight under control.

Question 3

According to NASM, what is the definition of the term 'integrated training'?

Accepted Answer

Combining flexibility, cardiorespiratory, core, balance, and resistance training

Answer

Integrated training combines all components — flexibility, cardio, core, balance, plyometric, and resistance training — into a comprehensive program.

Question 4

What does the acronym 'OPT' stand for in the NASM training model?

Accepted Answer

Optimal Performance Training

Answer

OPT stands for Optimized Performance Training, NASM's systematic, evidence-based model for designing progressive training programs.

Question 5

Which NASM training variable describes the total amount of work performed in a training session?

Accepted Answer

Volume

Answer

Volume is typically calculated as sets × repetitions × load and represents the total workload completed during a training session.

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