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Resistance Exercise Prescription
Week 3 Online Drill
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03/06/2012

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Why perform a "needs analysis"?
Definition
To assist in designing a specific and individualized resistance program.
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What are are of the following considered: Exercise selection, exercise order, repetitions, sets, load, tempo, rest periods.
Definition
Acute Program Variables
Term
Exercises that only move one joint are termed this.
Definition
Single-joint exercises
Term
Exercises that stress 2 or more joints are termed this.
Definition
Multi-joint exercises
Term
These type of exercises invoke a greater metabolic demand and hormonal stimulus than its counterpart.
Definition
Multi-joint exercises
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True of False: Small muscle groups should be trained before Large muscle groups.
Definition
False
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True or False: Multi-joint exercises should be performed before Single-joint exercises.
Definition
True
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True or False: Exercises should be ordered from most to least complex.
Definition
True. (i.e. - Power cleans before back squat)
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Define Load
Definition
The amount of weight lifted or resistance with which one exercises.
Term
What term = sets x reps x weight
Definition
Volume
Term
True or False: Rest periods have little influence on the responses and adaptations to resistance exercise.
Definition
False
Term
Define Training Frequency.
Definition
The number of training sessions performed during a specific time period.
Term
Why should athletes intend to perform exercises with a fast lifting velocity?
Definition
Because intentionally slow lifting velocities diminish strength gains.
Term
What is the SAID principle
Definition
Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands
Term
Define Muscular Strength
Definition
The ability of the neuromuscular system to generate force.
Term
Which muscle action should be emphasized to elicit hypertrophy.
Definition
Eccentric
Term
Define Progression
Definition
The act of moving forward or advancing toward a specific goal.
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Define Progressive Overload.
Definition
The gradual increase of stress placed on the body during resistance exercise training.
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Define Periodization. (sometimes called variation)
Definition
The alteration of acute program variables over time.
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For and experienced lifter, what should the %1RM be during a strength phase?
Definition
80% or greater.
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