Phil Is 50 Years Old

question 94

Multiple Choice

Phil is 50 years old.What recommendation should he follow in regard to the number of repetitions in his weight training program?

• A)6-10
• B)10-15
• C)7-10
• D)20-25

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Definitions:

Afferent Neurons

Nerve cells that carry sensory information from the body's periphery to the central nervous system.

Stretch Reflex

A muscle contraction in response to stretching within the muscle, serving as a protective mechanism to prevent overstretching.

Golgi Tendon Reflex

A protective reflex mechanism that helps prevent muscle damage by causing muscle relaxation before muscle force becomes too extreme.

Muscle Spindle

A sensory receptor located within muscle, which detects changes in muscle length and tension.