CPT Resistance Training Techniques Quiz

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2. Which phase of periodization focuses on building a base of strength and endurance before peak training?

Hypertrophy phase

Preparation phase

Peaking phase

Deload phase

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4. Which stabilizing muscle assists the primary mover during an exercise?

Agonist

Antagonist

Synergist

Fixator

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6. Which training split allows each muscle group to be trained once per week with high volume?

Upper/lower split

Push/pull/legs split

Body part split

Full body split

7. The concept of 'time under tension' refers to the total duration muscles are working during a set.

True

False

8. What does RPE stand for in resistance training prescription?

Rate of Perceived Exertion

Resistance Performance Evaluation

Repetition Peak Effort

Rate Per Exercise

9. Eccentric training emphasizes the lowering phase and can produce greater muscle damage and soreness than concentric work.

True

False

10. Which exercise is a compound movement that engages multiple joints and muscle groups?

Bicep curl

Leg extension

Barbell back squat

Tricep kickback

11. Which muscle contraction type occurs when tension is generated but muscle length remains constant?

Concentric

Eccentric

Isometric

Isokinetic

12. What is the recommended rest period between sets for strength training (1-5 reps)?

30-60 seconds

60-90 seconds

2-5 minutes

10+ minutes

13. Which of the following is NOT a primary principle of progressive overload?

Increasing weight lifted

Decreasing rest periods

Reducing training frequency

Increasing training volume

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15. The stretch reflex is a protective mechanism that prevents muscle injury during rapid lengthening.

True

False

16. Which training method involves performing multiple sets at the same weight until strength plateaus?

Pyramid training

Drop sets

Linear periodization

Straight sets

17. What is the primary function of a spotter during heavy compound lifts?

To count repetitions

To ensure safety and assist if the lifter cannot complete a rep

To provide motivation only

To adjust the weight between sets

18. The Valsalva maneuver during resistance exercise involves holding breath to increase intra-abdominal pressure and core stability.

True

False

19. Which rep range is typically best for hypertrophy (muscle growth)?

1-5 reps

6-12 reps

13-20 reps

20+ reps

20. What does the acronym SAID principle stand for in resistance training?

Strength Adaptation In Development

Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands

Sustained Activity and Increased Density

Strength Adjustment In Duration

CPT Resistance Training Techniques Quiz

1. Accommodating resistance using bands and chains increases difficulty at the _____ of the lift.

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2. Which phase of periodization focuses on building a base of strength and endurance before peak training?

3. Detraining occurs when an athlete stops resistance training and loses strength gains within ____ weeks.

4. Which stabilizing muscle assists the primary mover during an exercise?

5. In resistance training, DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) typically peaks ____ hours after exercise.

6. Which training split allows each muscle group to be trained once per week with high volume?

7. The concept of 'time under tension' refers to the total duration muscles are working during a set.

8. What does RPE stand for in resistance training prescription?

9. Eccentric training emphasizes the lowering phase and can produce greater muscle damage and soreness than concentric work.

10. Which exercise is a compound movement that engages multiple joints and muscle groups?

11. Which muscle contraction type occurs when tension is generated but muscle length remains constant?

12. What is the recommended rest period between sets for strength training (1-5 reps)?

13. Which of the following is NOT a primary principle of progressive overload?

14. In periodization, the macrocycle typically spans ____ months and contains multiple mesocycles.

15. The stretch reflex is a protective mechanism that prevents muscle injury during rapid lengthening.

16. Which training method involves performing multiple sets at the same weight until strength plateaus?

17. What is the primary function of a spotter during heavy compound lifts?

18. The Valsalva maneuver during resistance exercise involves holding breath to increase intra-abdominal pressure and core stability.

19. Which rep range is typically best for hypertrophy (muscle growth)?

20. What does the acronym SAID principle stand for in resistance training?