Intro to Strength & Conditioning

What is the main goal of strength and conditioning?

• To flex in front of mirrors

• To improve athletic performance and reduce injury

• To lift the most weight possible every day

• To look cool on Instagram

Which of the following is considered a compound movement?

• Bicep curl

• Leg extension

• Bench press

• Calf raise

What does “progressive overload” mean?

• Adding more exercises every day

• Sleeping more so you can lift more

• Gradually increasing stress on the body to improve strength

• Wearing heavier shoes to feel stronger

What energy system do we primarily use for short, explosive movements like a 100m sprint?

• Aerobic

• Digestive

• Phosphagen (ATP-PC)

• Solar Power

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of proper strength training?

• Increased injury risk

• Better posture

What’s a safe way to prevent injury in the weight room?

• Lifting more than your friend no matter what

• Always skipping warm-ups

• Using proper form and technique

• Holding your breath for max reps

What does the “conditioning” part of strength and conditioning focus on?

• Shampooing your hair after training

• Building endurance and cardiovascular fitness

• How long you can hold your breath

• How many curls you can do in a row

Why do athletes train their core?

• To get a six-pack for the beach

• It looks cool on TikTok

• It helps transfer power and improves balance

• To avoid squatting

What’s a good reason to track your workouts?

• To prove you're cooler than your classmates

• So your coach can yell at you less

• To monitor progress and stay consistent

• To brag about your bench press

Which phrase best sums up the weight room mindset?

• Max out every day!

• Train smart, recover hard.

• Skip leg day, always.