WorksheetsMuscles and the Weight Room Review
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 8mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
This type of muscle lines passageways, and can be found in the digestive system and airway passages. Involuntary.
a)
cardiac
b)
skeletal
c)
smooth
d)
strong
2.
The type of muscle located in the heart. It appears striated under a microscope. Involuntary.
a)
cardiac
b)
skeletal
c)
smooth
d)
strong
3.
A type of striated muscle, which is responsible for all of our body movements. This is the only voluntary type of muscle.
a)
cardiac
b)
skeletal
c)
smooth
d)
strong
4.
This muscle is located on the upper back and neck, and is responsible for shrugging the shoulders.
a)
deltoid
b)
trapezius
c)
latissimus dorsi
d)
quadriceps
5.
This muscle is located on the back of the upper thigh, and is responsible for flexing the knee and extending the hip.
a)
biceps
b)
triceps
c)
hamstrings
d)
quadriceps
6.
These muscles are like shoulder caps, and elevate the arm in multiple directions.
a)
deltoid
b)
abdominals
c)
gluteals
d)
biceps
7.
The muscles used to straighten the elbow, located on the back of the upper arm.
a)
biceps
b)
triceps
c)
hamstrings
d)
quadriceps
8.
These muscles are used for pressing movements, and are located on the front of the chest.
a)
latissimus dorsi
b)
deltoids
c)
pectorals
d)
biceps
9.
A spotter should only be used when a person is lifting heavy weights.
a)
True
b)
False
10.
Proper technique should be used at all times.
a)
True
b)
False
11.
Always attempt to lift more than you can handle to maximize strength gains.
a)
True
b)
False
12.
Avoid holding your breath while lifting weights.
a)
True
b)
False
13.
Weight lifting collars are only necessary when lifting heavy weights.
a)
True
b)
False
14.
Proper workout etiquette includes offering assistance to others in the weight room.
a)
True
b)
False
15.
If you are unsure of how to do an exercise, ask the instructor to explain the proper technique.
a)
True
b)
False
16.
Total body training with exercises arranged with no rest in between each exercise.
a)
body weight
b)
circuit training
c)
pyramid
d)
superset
17.
This type of workout plan is best for those seeking general fitness.
a)
Split routine - workouts are arranged by muscle groups, train one group per day.
b)
Alternate Day - train the entire body every other day.
18.
The best workout routines develop the entire body, not just certain parts.
a)
True
b)
False
19.
The number of times an exercise is performed.
a)
sets
b)
reps
c)
circuits
d)
workout
20.
The number of reps to perform to develop strength AND endurance
a)
12-15
b)
8-12
c)
4-8
d)
1-4
21.
It is a good idea to tell your spotter how many reps you plan to do before beginning the lift.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
It is reasonable to depend on your spotter to handle the weight completely, if you chose too much.
a)
True
b)
False
23.
All of the following are tips to help you safely and efficiently progress through an exercise program EXCEPT:
a)
Fight off early desires to skip a workout
b)
Eat what you want, you deserve it!
c)
Vary your program
d)
Do not expect instant results.
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