Chapter 15

Question 1

Which of the following statements is correct regarding proper spotting technique for a client using a machine?

a. Spot at the client’s hands.
b. Spot at the client’s axilla.
c. Never spot underneath the weight stack
d. Spot at the client’s elbows.

Answer 1

c. Never spot underneath the weight stack. Correct

Question 2

Which of the following is appropriate when spotting during a bench press?
Select one:
a. Wait until the client progresses through the sticking point before providing assistance.
b. Place hands at both ends of the barbell.
c. Determine the amount of repetitions before performing the set.
d. Spot at the elbows.

Answer 2

c. Determine the amount of repetitions before performing the set. Correct

Question 3

Which of the following is the most appropriate spotting technique for a dumbbell chest press?
Select one:
a. Place hands just under the client’s triceps.
b. Place the hands just under the client’s elbows.
c. Place the hands close to the client’s wrists.
d. Place the hands just under the client’s dumbbells.

Answer 3

c. Place the hands close to the client’s wrists. Correct

Question 4

Which of the following was developed by a Russian scientist in the training of cosmonauts to decrease the loss of muscle and bone mass while in space?
Select one:
a. Kettlebell training
b. Suspension body-weight training
c. Vibration training 
d. Elastic resistance training

Answer 4

c. Vibration training Correct