PTC Program Design and Periodization 3

Question 1

Which component should typically come first in a training session for a strength and conditioning goal?

Accepted Answer

Power/speed work

Answer

Flexibility training

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Core endurance training

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Aerobic conditioning

Question 2

What is the goal of an anatomical adaptation phase at the start of a periodized program?

Accepted Answer

Prepare joints, tendons, and muscles for heavier training loads

Answer

Maximize 1RM strength immediately

Answer

Peak performance for competition

Answer

Reduce body fat as quickly as possible

Question 3

The OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model was developed by which organization?

Accepted Answer

NASM

Answer

NSCA

Answer

ACE

Answer

ACSM

Question 4

A client who has been sedentary for years wants to start training. Which is the most appropriate initial training approach?

Accepted Answer

Stabilization and foundation training with bodyweight or light loads

Answer

High-intensity interval training 5 days/week

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Maximum strength training 4 days/week

Answer

Olympic weightlifting to build power quickly

Question 5

What does RPE stand for in the context of exercise intensity monitoring?

Accepted Answer

Rate of Perceived Exertion

Answer

Repetitions Per Exercise

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Resting Physiological Evaluation

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Resistance Per Exercise

Question 6

Which training principle states that gains will be lost if training stops?

Accepted Answer

Reversibility

Answer

Specificity

Answer

Overload

Answer

Variation