USA WEIGHTLIFTING LEVEL 1 EXAM LATEST 2025
WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+ 100% GUARANTEED
PASS!
When teaching an athlete to MISS a lift, whether it is a snatch, clean, or jerk
there is an approach that is common to all three exercises: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Push the barebell in the direction it is going as the athlete moves
themselves in the opposite direction
General rules and etiquette for the training area include: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Never walk in front of an athlete that is lifting; limit any and all
distractions; discourage idle chatter that interferes with coaching
Describe appropriate clothing for an athlete during training: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Full length sweatpants or tights; Stretchable form fitting clothinig
that is not restricting so the lifter can move freely
Describe a standard platform in terms of size, height and material: - CORRECT
ANSWER-In the USA, this is typically a surface that is 8'x8'. It is generally made
out of wood and stands 1.5" to 3" high. It must be completely flat, level and
have a non-slippery surface, but should allow for the foot to slide during the
jerk and provides solid footing when the feet are placed in their final position
for catching the bar.
,How should platforms be maintained? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nothing should
ever be on the platform except for the lifter and the barbell
Explain the benefits of weightlifting chalk: - CORRECT ANSWER-It allows for a
firm grip on the barbell while doing heavy lifting and it won't allow your hands
to slip up and down
Give 3 weightlifting etiquettes that the coach should insist upon his/her
athletes: - CORRECT ANSWER-Never walk in front of another athlete that is
lifting; no idle chatter or distracting noise; earphones should be discouraged so
one can here the coach's commands
Describe the characteristics of a good weightlifting shoe: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Weightlifting shoes are enclosed, reasonably lightweight, have a
raised heel, and are nonslip.
How should a lifter care for their hands to prevent callous tearing? - CORRECT
ANSWER-It is appropriate for lifters to reduce the thickness of calluses by
using a pumice stone, to pare down the calluses. Use of non-greasy skin lotion
after a shower can also help keep the skin on the hands in good shape.
Explain the steps when introducing a new exercise to new weightlifters -
CORRECT ANSWER-Name the Exercise, Key Characteristics and Purpose, Use
of Special Equipment, Safety Precautions, and Demonstration
When prioritizing error correction this concern should be addressed first: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Safety Errors
TRUE positive coaching is based upon: - CORRECT ANSWER-Focusing upon
what you want them to do; rather than not to do
, When the athlete's movement pattern becomes "AUTOMATIC", they have
attained the: - CORRECT ANSWER-The Autonomous Stage of Learning
List the three stages of motor learning and explain how they relate to
weightlifting - CORRECT ANSWER-Cognitive, Associative, and Autonomous:
Cognitive = An understanding of what is to be done; What do I need to do?
How do I do it? Correct Movement Patterns Drastic increased performance.
Associative = Learning occurs by attempting the skill and receiving feedback.
Kinesthetic Awareness, Self Correction, and Refinement of Technique.
Autonomous = Movement pattern becomes "automatic"
Focus on the nuances of competition preparation and training and Very difficult
to mold and transform
technique learned in the prior stages.
The Front Squat Assessment can determine if the weightlifter: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Has the wrist, shoulder flexibility to support the barbell on their
shoulders in the front of the neck
The Military Press assessment is useful in determining if the weightlifter: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Can begin practicing jerks and jerk related exercises
Please state the reason that a per training assessment should be completed on
all athletes. - CORRECT ANSWER-So that the appropriate starting point for
the athlete can be determined
WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+ 100% GUARANTEED
PASS!
When teaching an athlete to MISS a lift, whether it is a snatch, clean, or jerk
there is an approach that is common to all three exercises: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Push the barebell in the direction it is going as the athlete moves
themselves in the opposite direction
General rules and etiquette for the training area include: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Never walk in front of an athlete that is lifting; limit any and all
distractions; discourage idle chatter that interferes with coaching
Describe appropriate clothing for an athlete during training: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Full length sweatpants or tights; Stretchable form fitting clothinig
that is not restricting so the lifter can move freely
Describe a standard platform in terms of size, height and material: - CORRECT
ANSWER-In the USA, this is typically a surface that is 8'x8'. It is generally made
out of wood and stands 1.5" to 3" high. It must be completely flat, level and
have a non-slippery surface, but should allow for the foot to slide during the
jerk and provides solid footing when the feet are placed in their final position
for catching the bar.
,How should platforms be maintained? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nothing should
ever be on the platform except for the lifter and the barbell
Explain the benefits of weightlifting chalk: - CORRECT ANSWER-It allows for a
firm grip on the barbell while doing heavy lifting and it won't allow your hands
to slip up and down
Give 3 weightlifting etiquettes that the coach should insist upon his/her
athletes: - CORRECT ANSWER-Never walk in front of another athlete that is
lifting; no idle chatter or distracting noise; earphones should be discouraged so
one can here the coach's commands
Describe the characteristics of a good weightlifting shoe: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Weightlifting shoes are enclosed, reasonably lightweight, have a
raised heel, and are nonslip.
How should a lifter care for their hands to prevent callous tearing? - CORRECT
ANSWER-It is appropriate for lifters to reduce the thickness of calluses by
using a pumice stone, to pare down the calluses. Use of non-greasy skin lotion
after a shower can also help keep the skin on the hands in good shape.
Explain the steps when introducing a new exercise to new weightlifters -
CORRECT ANSWER-Name the Exercise, Key Characteristics and Purpose, Use
of Special Equipment, Safety Precautions, and Demonstration
When prioritizing error correction this concern should be addressed first: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Safety Errors
TRUE positive coaching is based upon: - CORRECT ANSWER-Focusing upon
what you want them to do; rather than not to do
, When the athlete's movement pattern becomes "AUTOMATIC", they have
attained the: - CORRECT ANSWER-The Autonomous Stage of Learning
List the three stages of motor learning and explain how they relate to
weightlifting - CORRECT ANSWER-Cognitive, Associative, and Autonomous:
Cognitive = An understanding of what is to be done; What do I need to do?
How do I do it? Correct Movement Patterns Drastic increased performance.
Associative = Learning occurs by attempting the skill and receiving feedback.
Kinesthetic Awareness, Self Correction, and Refinement of Technique.
Autonomous = Movement pattern becomes "automatic"
Focus on the nuances of competition preparation and training and Very difficult
to mold and transform
technique learned in the prior stages.
The Front Squat Assessment can determine if the weightlifter: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Has the wrist, shoulder flexibility to support the barbell on their
shoulders in the front of the neck
The Military Press assessment is useful in determining if the weightlifter: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Can begin practicing jerks and jerk related exercises
Please state the reason that a per training assessment should be completed on
all athletes. - CORRECT ANSWER-So that the appropriate starting point for
the athlete can be determined
