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Several athletes are complaining of continued fatigue and difficulty sleeping
following recent resistance training sessions. What are these athletes likely
experiencing?
a. extreme muscle soreness
b. overtraining syndrome
c. overreaching ANSWER:
b. overtraining syndrome
EXPLANATION:
Overtraining syndrome (OTS) is a "prolonged maladaptation" not only of the
athlete, but also of several biological, neurochemical, and hormonal regulation
mechanisms. Many alternative terms have been suggested by OTD, including
burnout, chronic overwork, staleness, unexplained underperformance syndrome,
and overfatigue. OTS can last as long as six months or beyond, and can potentially
ruin an athletic career.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 5, pg 107
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Which of the following is not a reason for testing athletes?
a. for identifying areas that need improvement
b. for goal setting
c. for choosing a team captain ANSWER:
c. for choosing a team captain
EXPLANATION:
A test, by definition, is a procedure for assessing ability in a particular endeavor.
Testing helps athletes and coaches assess athletic talent and identify physical
abilities and areas in need of improvement. Test scores can be used in goal setting,
where baseline measurements can be used to establish starting points for setting
goals.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 12, pg 250
Which of the following ergogenic aids does not result in increase protein
synthesis?
a. testosterone
b. creatine
c. branched chain amino acids ANSWER:
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b. creatine
EXPLANATION:
Testosterone and growth hormone are both anabolic hormones that stimulate
protein synthesis. Branched chain amino acids (isoleucine, leucine, and valine) fuel
protein synthesis when ingested immediately following resistance training.
Creatine helps to improve recovery between high intensity periods of activity, but
does not directly stimulate protein synthesis. It has an essential role in energy
metabolism as a substrate for formation of ATP, especially during high-intensity
exercise.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 11, pg 242
Why do sedentary ,healthy adults require dietary proteins/amino acids to maintain
good health?
a. to maintain cellular structure and function
b. to prevent diseases such as cancer
c. to strengthen bones ANSWER:
a. to maintain cellular structure and function
EXPLANATION:
Protein is the primary structural and functional component of every cell in the
human body. Dietary proteins are used for growth and development and to build
and repair cells; they serve as enzymes, transport carriers, and hormones.
Therefore, dietary protein is essential for maintaining health, reproduction, and
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cellular structure and function. This applies to both active and sedentary
individuals.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 9, pg 181-182
Which muscle is directly targeted during the pec-deck?
a. deltoids
b. pectoralis major
c. triceps brachii ANSWER:
b. pectoralis major
EXPLANATION:
In the pec-deck movement, the idea is to create a long level out of your arms,
therefore putting more pressure on the primary and secondary muscles. The pec-
deck directly targets the pectoralis major, and does so in a way different than a
bench press because the elbows are unlocked throughout the whole range of
motion. This length in the arms makes the movement much harder. The deltoids
and triceps brachii are assistance muscles, working with the pectoralis major to
create the movement.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 15, pg 376
Which of the following statements is true regarding Golgi tendon organs?
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Several athletes are complaining of continued fatigue and difficulty sleeping
following recent resistance training sessions. What are these athletes likely
experiencing?
a. extreme muscle soreness
b. overtraining syndrome
c. overreaching ANSWER:
b. overtraining syndrome
EXPLANATION:
Overtraining syndrome (OTS) is a "prolonged maladaptation" not only of the
athlete, but also of several biological, neurochemical, and hormonal regulation
mechanisms. Many alternative terms have been suggested by OTD, including
burnout, chronic overwork, staleness, unexplained underperformance syndrome,
and overfatigue. OTS can last as long as six months or beyond, and can potentially
ruin an athletic career.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 5, pg 107
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Which of the following is not a reason for testing athletes?
a. for identifying areas that need improvement
b. for goal setting
c. for choosing a team captain ANSWER:
c. for choosing a team captain
EXPLANATION:
A test, by definition, is a procedure for assessing ability in a particular endeavor.
Testing helps athletes and coaches assess athletic talent and identify physical
abilities and areas in need of improvement. Test scores can be used in goal setting,
where baseline measurements can be used to establish starting points for setting
goals.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 12, pg 250
Which of the following ergogenic aids does not result in increase protein
synthesis?
a. testosterone
b. creatine
c. branched chain amino acids ANSWER:
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b. creatine
EXPLANATION:
Testosterone and growth hormone are both anabolic hormones that stimulate
protein synthesis. Branched chain amino acids (isoleucine, leucine, and valine) fuel
protein synthesis when ingested immediately following resistance training.
Creatine helps to improve recovery between high intensity periods of activity, but
does not directly stimulate protein synthesis. It has an essential role in energy
metabolism as a substrate for formation of ATP, especially during high-intensity
exercise.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 11, pg 242
Why do sedentary ,healthy adults require dietary proteins/amino acids to maintain
good health?
a. to maintain cellular structure and function
b. to prevent diseases such as cancer
c. to strengthen bones ANSWER:
a. to maintain cellular structure and function
EXPLANATION:
Protein is the primary structural and functional component of every cell in the
human body. Dietary proteins are used for growth and development and to build
and repair cells; they serve as enzymes, transport carriers, and hormones.
Therefore, dietary protein is essential for maintaining health, reproduction, and
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cellular structure and function. This applies to both active and sedentary
individuals.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 9, pg 181-182
Which muscle is directly targeted during the pec-deck?
a. deltoids
b. pectoralis major
c. triceps brachii ANSWER:
b. pectoralis major
EXPLANATION:
In the pec-deck movement, the idea is to create a long level out of your arms,
therefore putting more pressure on the primary and secondary muscles. The pec-
deck directly targets the pectoralis major, and does so in a way different than a
bench press because the elbows are unlocked throughout the whole range of
motion. This length in the arms makes the movement much harder. The deltoids
and triceps brachii are assistance muscles, working with the pectoralis major to
create the movement.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 15, pg 376
Which of the following statements is true regarding Golgi tendon organs?
