ACE 6th Ed, Chapter 9: Muscular Training: Foundations and Benefits Already Passed

ACE 6th Ed, Chapter 9: Muscular Training: Foundations and Benefits Already Passed This is the PRIMARY purpose of a tendon Attaches muscle to bone What is the role of osteoblasts in the remodeling process? Build bones Which portion of the spine consists of five fused vertebrae? Sacrum Movements that occur in the frontal plane Abduction/adduction, lateral flexion, elevation/depression, inversion/eversion, radial/ulnar deviation This muscle is considered the prime mover in a push-up Pectoralis major During the concentric portion of a seated leg extension, which muscle group is performing as the antagonist? Hamstrings During the concentric phase of a biceps curl, which muscle acts as the prime mover? Biceps brachii Eccentric action Occurs when a muscle is activated and force is produced but the muscle lengthens Without muscular training, adults will typically see the following muscular tissue responses as they age Loss of 5 lb (2.3 kg) per decade This training principle refers to loss of muscle strength due to termination of a regular muscular training program Reversibility