Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1.Core trunk stabilizers include abdominal, hip, and thigh muscles.
2.Correct exercise form is an often neglected but important factor in maximizing strength gains and minimizing risk of injury.
3.The progressive overload principle states that, in order to increase strength, load or repetitions must gradually be increased.
4.Muscular strength programs include higher reps and a lighter load than do muscular endurance programs.
5.In a concentric contraction, a muscle shortens as it overcomes resistance and a weight is lifted.


1.FALSE
2.TRUE
3.TRUE
4.FALSE
5.TRUE

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