Week 03 Flashcards
the ability of muscle to exert maximal force is defined as …?
Muscular strength
The ability of muscle to perform sustained exercise is defined as…?
Muscular endurance
the ability or rate at which one can perform work is described as…?
Power
Isometric:
Muscle doesn’t change length
Eccentric:
Muscle lengthens
Concentric:
Muscle shortens
How often should resistance training be performed per week?
2-3 days / wk
Each muscle group should be trained for ___ sets
2-4
A reasonable rest interval between sets is __ mins
2-3
Repetition speed: beginner…?
- Intentionally slow
- 2-3s concentric
- 2-3 s eccentric
Repetition speed: intermediate…?
- moderate
- 1-2s concentric and eccentric
Repetition speed: advanced…?
Explosive for strength and power but maintains 2s rule for hypertrophy
What movements should be performed first in the exercise regime?
Multi-joint (compound) movements