Safe Weight Training: Practice

While carefully watching the lifter, the spotter stands with her feet together and her hands ready. In terms of safety, this could BEST be described as __________.

A. poor technique because her feet should be positioned differently

Describe at least three measures that ensure safety and prevent injury during a workout.

Answers will vary but should include three of the following ideas: follow prescribed sets and reps, allowing sufficient time for recovery in each muscle group, getting enough sleep, making sure to get proper nutrition, listening to your body, and knowing your limits.

During your workout, your spotter stands next to you and discusses the workout routine with a personal trainer. The trainer demonstrates a few exercises that you could add to your routine. This is __________.

B. inappropriate behavior because they are no longer watching you all the time

In order to prevent injury from weight training, before you begin an exercise program, it would be most important to __________.

B. perform muscular fitness testing

Sasha has been working out for a few months now. She has a schedule that requires her to go to the gym every day. Lately, she noticed that her blood pressure is up and she is feeling irritable. What action would benefit her the most?

C. She should adjust her workout so she has days off to recover.

Compare and contrast drugs and supplements. Give two ways that they are similar and two ways that they are different.

Drugs are not allowed to be sold until they are approved by the FDA, while supplements go right to the market and deal with problems after they are sold. Drugs are put through a series of stringent tests before they are approved, while supplements are sold with no testing on effectiveness or safety. Both can be used to treat conditions. Both can be used to enhance workouts.

The responsibilities of a spotter include assisting, motivating, critiquing, and planning.

False

What are five possible reasons for taking supplements or drugs as part of a workout regiment?

Five possible reasons for taking supplements or drugs as part of a a workout regimen are to improve muscle growth, muscle recovery, workout intensity, muscle endurance, and weight control.

Both drugs and dietary supplements can cause serious medical problems if used incorrectly.

True

When lifting weights or spotting a weight lifter, the individual must always keep a straight back.

True