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HMS, TIP 2015 HSC 14 MC

Which of the following would be a suitable weight training plan for enhancing the performance of an endurance athlete?

  1. Low repetition numbers with long recovery periods between sets
  2. Low repetition numbers with short recovery periods between sets
  3. High repetition numbers with slow speed and long recovery periods between sets
  4. High repetition numbers with fast speed and short recovery periods between sets
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\(D\)

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  • D is correct: High reps with fast speed and short recovery mimics endurance demands.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Low reps and long recovery develops power not endurance.
  • B is incorrect: Low reps develops strength not muscular endurance.
  • C is incorrect: Slow speed and long recovery doesn’t match endurance specificity.

♦♦ Mean mark 47%.