During Resistance Training, How Quickly Should You Move?

During resistance training, how quickly should you move?


The choices are:


  1. One full set every two seconds.

  2. Two seconds per lift and slowly lower.

  3. Lift for ten seconds and then drop quickly.

  4. Every movement should be rapid.



Answer: B. Two seconds per lift and slowly lower.



During resistance training, how quickly should you move?


Answer: Two seconds per lift and slowly lower


Which of the following is an example of moving properly for calf raises?


Answer: Raising and lowering the heels, leaning slightly forward with feet approximately shoulder-width apart


Which of the following is an example of a concentric contraction?


Answer: Bicep curl


What is a “set” in weight training?


Answer: A group of reps


Which of the following is an example of moving properly for a push-up?


Answer: Raising and lowering the body to a 90-degree angle at the elbow with a flat back


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