Larry Started a Fitness Program About 8 Weeks Ago

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Larry started a fitness program about 8 weeks ago. He runs 2 miles every day and does some weight training. He likes to use weight machines and focuses on 1 or 2 muscle groups each day. He could initially do 6 repetitions of most exercises in his program, and he can now do 15-20. Larry likes the initial improvement in his energy level and appearance since starting the program. He has noticed that his work in construction seems a little easier, too. However, Larry doesn't think he is getting as much benefit out of his program now as he did at the start of his fitness program.
-Larry wants to increase his strength level further.Larry needs to

• A)use free weights instead of weight machines.
• B)increase the amount of resistance when weight training.
• C)increase his daily run to 3 miles.
• D)increase his warm-up and stretching time to make muscles more flexible.

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