PHED 102A: MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
VERIFIED.
Weight Training - ANS A mode of training that requires resistance from opposing muscle
groups, body weight, barbells, dumbbells, weight machines, elastic tubing and other equipment
that are utilized to increased muscle strength, muscle size, and muscle endurance
How many times a week should you work out if you're a beginner? - ANS 2-3 workouts per
week (30-40 min each)
What does regular physical activity cause? - ANS -Lower risk of heart disease
-Reduce depression and anxiety
-Help with weight control
-build and maintain strength in bones, muscle, and connective tissue
-decrease stress
-improve immune system
What physical adaptations come from weight training? - ANS -Muscle tendon, ligament and
bone strength
-Muscle size, endurance, flexibility, and definition
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, -Posture
-Joint Stability
-Metabolism
-Athletic Performance
-General overall health and fitness
Lifting Guidelines - ANS -Strict exercise form and good posture
-Breathing (exhale during most exertion, inhale during least exertion)
-Smooth, controlled movement
-Full Range of Motion (ROM)
Safety Considerations - ANS -Warm up before lifting
-Use strict exercise form from beginning to end
-Adjust weight machines to your height and limb length
-Carefully add and remove weight from bar to keep it balance
-Lift only the amount of weight you can handle
-Always use a spotter when performing maximum lifts
Spotting Guidelines - ANS -Communicate with the lifter
-Concentrate completely on spotting
-Check the bar for weight balance and surrounding area for any interference
-Keeps hands off of the bar if the lifter can complete the lift alone
-Maintain a proper spotting position throughout each lift
Weight Room Etiquette - ANS -Re-rack weights
-Avoid bouncing weights off of the floor
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
VERIFIED.
Weight Training - ANS A mode of training that requires resistance from opposing muscle
groups, body weight, barbells, dumbbells, weight machines, elastic tubing and other equipment
that are utilized to increased muscle strength, muscle size, and muscle endurance
How many times a week should you work out if you're a beginner? - ANS 2-3 workouts per
week (30-40 min each)
What does regular physical activity cause? - ANS -Lower risk of heart disease
-Reduce depression and anxiety
-Help with weight control
-build and maintain strength in bones, muscle, and connective tissue
-decrease stress
-improve immune system
What physical adaptations come from weight training? - ANS -Muscle tendon, ligament and
bone strength
-Muscle size, endurance, flexibility, and definition
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, -Posture
-Joint Stability
-Metabolism
-Athletic Performance
-General overall health and fitness
Lifting Guidelines - ANS -Strict exercise form and good posture
-Breathing (exhale during most exertion, inhale during least exertion)
-Smooth, controlled movement
-Full Range of Motion (ROM)
Safety Considerations - ANS -Warm up before lifting
-Use strict exercise form from beginning to end
-Adjust weight machines to your height and limb length
-Carefully add and remove weight from bar to keep it balance
-Lift only the amount of weight you can handle
-Always use a spotter when performing maximum lifts
Spotting Guidelines - ANS -Communicate with the lifter
-Concentrate completely on spotting
-Check the bar for weight balance and surrounding area for any interference
-Keeps hands off of the bar if the lifter can complete the lift alone
-Maintain a proper spotting position throughout each lift
Weight Room Etiquette - ANS -Re-rack weights
-Avoid bouncing weights off of the floor
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