What is the Valsalva maneuver in the context of strength training? A. A method of performing explosive breathing during the lifting phase B. A breathing technique involving exhaling against a closed glottis while contracting abdominal and rib cage muscles C. Continuous deep breathing throughout the entire exercise movement Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 15: Exercise Technique for Free-Weight and Machine Training DCO Code: 4.C1 NOTE: Image is for illustration purposes, not needed to answer the question.

The concentric phase of an exercise is characterized by which of the following? A. The muscle holding the weight in a static position without movement B. The muscle lengthening as the weight is lowered in a controlled manner C. The muscle shortening as force is exerted to lift the weight upward Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 15: Exercise Technique for Free-Weight and Machine Training DCO Code: 4.C1 NOTE: Image is for illustration purposes, not needed to answer the question.

Which of the following best describes the eccentric phase of a resistance training exercise? A. The phase where the weight is held stationary at the top of the movement B. The phase where the muscle lengthens as the weight is lowered C. The phase where the muscle shortens as the weight is lifted Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 15: Exercise Technique for Free-Weight and Machine Training DCO Code: 4.C1 NOTE: Image is for illustration purposes, not needed to answer the question.

What is the sticking point in a resistance training exercise? A. The initial phase immediately after beginning the concentric movement B. The final phase when the weight is being racked or placed safely C. The most strenuous moment during the repetition, typically soon after the transition from eccentric to concentric phase Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 15: Exercise Technique for Free-Weight and Machine Training DCO Code: 4.C1 NOTE: Image is for illustration purposes, not needed to answer the question.

What is range of motion (ROM) in the context of resistance training exercises? A. The full extent of movement that a joint can achieve during an exercise B. The maximum speed at which a weight can be lifted C. The number of repetitions performed in a single set Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 15: Exercise Technique for Free-Weight and Machine Training DCO Code: 4.C1 NOTE: Image is for illustration purposes, not needed to answer the question.