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WorksheetsUNIT 1 PRE-TEST: WEIGHT ROOM SAFETY
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
The number one priority in the weight room is always ____________________.
putting as much weight on the bar so you can lift as much as you can.
using the weightlifting class as an opportunity to socialize.
bulking up so you can get that "buff" look.
safety
Examples of safe weight training practices should include which of the following?
Perform exercises in a controlled manner as you go through the full range of motion.
Try to lift as much weight as you can if you are alone.
Use the weight room as an opportunity to socialize.
Both A and B
The weight room is the perfect place to horseplay because it is a P.E. class after all.
True
False
It really does not matter where you rack the weights as long as the weight plates are on a weight tree.
True
False
If you place weight plates on the the barbell, you must use ________________________ to hold them in place , otherwise they will fall off of the ends once you've started lifting.
additional weights
dumb bells
barbell collar clips
your spotter
When placing your hands on the bar to start lifting, you must always make sure___________________________________.
Your hands are touching while you are lifting.
Your hands are as far apart as possible.
Your hands are positioned on the bar so that the weight is evenly distributed.
You try and perform the lift with one hand to build one side of the body at a time.
_____________________ can be used to keep from developing calluses on your hands when lifting.
Weight training belts
Kettle bells
E Z bars
Weightlifting gloves
Stretching and warming up is optional before you begin a weight training workout.
True
False
It is probably a good idea to wash your hands when you leave the weight room.
True
False
When lifting free weights, you should ask your spotter not to assist you if you think you can perform an entire set by yourself.
True
False
