Questions and CORRECT Answers
Trunk curl tests are highly correlated to abdominal strength.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER- False
Dynamic strength is measured only at the weakest point in the joint's range of motion when
using free weights.
false
true - CORRECT ANSWER- true
The correct order for the steps for 1-RM testing are:
I. Following a brief rest, do a second warm-up set of 3-5 repetitions at 60-80% of estimated 1-
RM.
II. Conservatively increase the weight until failure.
III. After 3-5 minutes rest, attempt the 1-RM.
IV. The weight recorded as 1-RM is the greatest weight successfully lifted.
V. Do a warm-up set of 5-10 repetitions at 40-60% of estimated 1-RM.
V, I, III, II, IV
V, II, III, IV
V, I, III, IV - CORRECT ANSWER- V, I, III, II, IV
How long should the client squeeze the handle of a dynamometer during a grip endurance test?
once, as hard as possible with three separate trials
1 minute
once, as hard as possible without any extraneous movement
, 30 seconds - CORRECT ANSWER- 1 minute
Maximal contraction of a muscle group at a constant velocity throughout the entire range of joint
motion defines which muscle action?
auxotonic
isotonic
isometric
isokinetic
variable resistance - CORRECT ANSWER- isokinetic
The Senior Fitness Test battery assesses the physical capacity and functional fitness of older
adults (60-94 yr), and includes the ________________for upper-body strength and
_________________ for lower-body strength.
biceps curl; 30-second chair stand
arm curl; leg curl
triceps extension; leg press
bench press; 30-second chair stand - CORRECT ANSWER- biceps curl; 30-second chair
stand
The V-sit test can be used to assess the isometric endurance of the
trunk rotators
trunk flexors
trunk extensors - CORRECT ANSWER- trunk flexors
This muscle action is defined as variable tensions caused by changing velocities and joint angles
that occur when lifting free weights.
static
auxotonic
isokinetic
isometric