Chapter 12 Flashcards

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How much does a standard seven-foot Olympic bar weigh?

A

45 Ibs.

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How much does the Cybex smith machine bar weigh?

A

15 lbs. because it has been counter-balanced

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What are the disadvantages of the Cybex equipment line?

A

Requires technique, some of the lever arms and stability features are too long or too far away and the strength profiles not always optimal for two joint muscles.

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4
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What is the name of the largest treadmill making company in the world?

A

Star trac

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5
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What is the benefit of a recumbent bike?

A

Same cardiovascular benefits but less stressful to the system resulting in less perceived exertion because of easy blood return.

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6
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How much does an e-z bar weigh?

A

25 Ibs.

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What is unique about the Cybex squat press?

A

Great strength profile, weight is closer to the user for less momentum and safety, easy to load the weight because its lower to the ground, moving platform keeps a solid contact surface with the feet.

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What are the advantages of Hammer Strength equipment?

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Isolateral, unilateral, or bilateral, movement based rather than muscle based, safety; no moving weight stack to get caught in, starting weight can be as low as 0 lbs., because it is not selectorized, you may increase in smaller increments, handles are designed to minimize stress on the wrist joints, converging and diverging axes.

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