Section A: Understanding the Basics

Dr. Bret Contreras is best known for his work on:

• Endurance training

• Glute development

• Yoga flexibility

• Sprint mechanics

The term "ideal physique" means:

• A body that matches trends

• A body that fits your personal goals and genetics

• The same look for everyone

• A model’s physique

Dr. Contreras emphasizes that your ideal physique should be based on:

• What influencers say

• Health, strength, and confidence

• The scale number

• Body fat percentage alone

What is progressive overload?

• Doing more over time to challenge the body

• Always changing exercises

• Taking longer rests

• Doing less each week

Which exercise is Dr. Contreras most known for popularizing?

• Squat

• Deadlift

• Hip thrust

• Bench press

According to Dr. Contreras, what helps most in shaping your body?

• Random workouts

• Consistent resistance training

• Supplements

• Fad diets

What is a key message he gives early in the video?

• You must train every day

• There’s no single ideal body — it’s individual

• Women shouldn’t lift heavy

• You can build muscle without effort

What's the role of genetics in physique?

• Determines limits but doesn’t stop progress

• Decides everything

• Doesn’t matter at all

• Only affects height

What does Dr. Contreras suggest as the most sustainable training style?

• One you enjoy and can stick with

• High-intensity only

• Copying bodybuilders

• Following extreme diets

Which component is just as important as training for results?

• Sleep and recovery

• Long cardio

• Supplements

• Stretching only