NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist questions with correct answers

Why do sedentary ,healthy adults require dietary proteins/amino acids to maintain good health? a. to maintain cellular structure and function b. to prevent diseases such as cancer c. to strengthen bones Answer ANSWER: a. to maintain cellular structure and function EXPLANATION: Protein is the primary structural and functional component of every cell in the human body. Dietary proteins are used for growth and development and to build and repair cells; they serve as enzymes, transport carriers, and hormones. Therefore, dietary protein is essential for maintaining health, reproduction, and cellular structure and function. This applies to both active and sedentary individuals. Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th Edition. Ch 9, pg 181-182 Which muscle is directly targeted during the pec-deck? a. deltoids b. pectoralis major