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3. You are working with a new client who wants to begin muscular training in order to build muscular endurance. Which of the following set and repetition combinations would be BEST for helping them achieve that goal?
A. 1–2 sets of 8–10 repetitions B. 2–3 sets of 12 or more repetitions C. 3–4 sets of 8 repetitions D. 3–5 sets of 6–12 repetitions
4. Anatomical position refers to a person standing erect with head, eyes, and palms facing _______________.
A. Downward B. Upward C. Forward D. To the side
5. Flexion occurs in what plane of motion? A. Sagittal B. Transverse C. Frontal D. Coronal
6. Extension is the opposite joint action of _______________. A. Abduction B. Adduction C. Dorsiflexion D. Flexion
7. One property that all muscle tissue has in common is its ability to _______________. A. Regenerate B. Contract C. Dilate D. Constrict
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