Weight Training Study Guide

Which muscle groups are developed during the Bench Press, Arm Curl, and Squat?

• Chest, Biceps, Quadriceps

• Back, Triceps, Hamstrings

• Shoulders, Forearms, Calves

• Abdominals, Glutes, Deltoids

What are the 3 core lifts used during weight training?

• Bench press, squat, deadlift

• Bicep curl, tricep extension, leg press

• Lat pulldown, shoulder press, leg curl

• Chest fly, leg extension, seated row

Lifts used to supplement core lifts are referred to as

• accessory lifts

• primary lifts

• compound lifts

• isolation lifts

What muscle group greatly enhances athletic performance? (Not Beach Muscles)

• Core muscles

• Biceps

• Triceps

• Calves

Which muscle group is primarily involved in the power clean exercise?

• Quadriceps

• Hip Flexors

• Hamstrings

• Calves

How can you decrease the likelihood of injury?

• By ignoring safety protocols

• By using proper equipment and techniques

• By overexerting yourself

• By avoiding warm-up exercises

Plyometrics improve which of the following?

• Flexibility

• Endurance

• Strength

• Explosive power

What is the starting position for a Power Clean?

• Locked

• Unlocked

• Neutral

• Relaxed

Which of the following is a major muscle group in the back?

• Biceps

• Quadriceps

• Latissimus Dorsi

• Pectorals

Which muscle group is located on the back of the arm?

• Biceps

• Triceps

• Deltoids

• Pectorals