HMS, TIP EQ-Bank 105 MC

An athlete using smart resistance machines notices the resistance increases when they apply more force during the concentric phase of a bicep curl. This adaptive resistance feature would most likely result in:

Optimised strength gains through accommodating resistance training
Reduced risk of injury due to lower initial resistance
Improved cardiovascular endurance from varied workloads
Enhanced flexibility through dynamic stretching patterns

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A is correct: Smart resistance machines provide accommodating resistance, adjusting load to match the athlete’s force. This maximises muscular activation across the full range of motion, optimising strength gains.

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B is incorrect: Lower initial resistance may reduce injury risk, but this is not the main purpose of adaptive resistance.
C is incorrect: Cardiovascular endurance requires sustained aerobic activity, not strength-based load adjustment.
D is incorrect: Flexibility improvements come from stretching, not variable resistance training.