Test Your Strength: Strength Training Quiz Put your knowledge of strength training to the test with this quiz! Can you flex your muscles and get all the answers right? michelle published on August 04 Stacked 1/12 What is the primary goal of strength training? Increase muscle strength and size Improve cardio endurance Lose weight Improve flexibility 2/12 Which of the following is a compound exercise in strength training? Deadlift Bicep curl Tricep kickback Leg extension 3/12 How many days a week is recommended for strength training workouts? 3-4 days 1 day Every day 2 days 4/12 What is the term used to describe the number of repetitions performed in one set of an exercise? Rep Set Rest Interval 5/12 Which of the following is a primary benefit of strength training? Increased bone density Decreased muscle mass Reduced metabolism Decreased flexibility 6/12 Which muscle group is targeted by a bench press exercise? Chest Quadriceps Hamstrings Calves 7/12 What is the best time of day to do strength training workouts? Depends on individual preference Morning Afternoon Evening 8/12 Which type of equipment is commonly used in strength training? Barbell Yoga mat Treadmill Resistance band 9/12 What is the term used to describe the muscles opposing the target muscles in an exercise? Antagonist muscles Synergist muscles Primary muscles Secondary muscles 10/12 Which training method involves alternating between high-intensity exercises and short rest periods? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) Pilates Yoga Tai chi 11/12 What is the term used to describe the maximum amount of weight that can be lifted for a specific exercise? One-rep max (1RM) Set max Rest max Interval max 12/12 Which exercise is commonly used to target the back muscles in strength training? Pull-up Plank Russian twist Mountain climber