Muscle Building Quiz (1) Test your knowledge about muscle building and see how well you know the key concepts, exercises, and nutrition for gaining muscle mass. michelle published on January 05 Stacked 1/11 Which macronutrient is most important for muscle building? Protein Carbohydrates Fats Vitamins 2/11 What is the recommended amount of protein intake per day for muscle building? 20 grams 1 gram per pound of body weight 100 grams No specific amount 3/11 Which compound exercise primarily targets the chest muscles? Bicep curls Bench press Calf raises Tricep pushdowns 4/11 What is the recommended rest time between sets for muscle building? 10 seconds 1 minute 2-3 minutes 5 minutes 5/11 What is the ideal frequency of training each muscle group per week for muscle building? Once 2-3 times Every day Once every two weeks 6/11 Which hormone is primarily responsible for muscle growth? Testosterone Estrogen Cortisol Insulin 7/11 What is the term for the shortening of a muscle during a contraction? Concentric Eccentric Isometric Isokinetic 8/11 Which nutrient is important for muscle recovery and growth? BCAAs Caffeine Alcohol Sugar 9/11 What is the recommended number of reps for muscle building? 8-12 1-3 15-20 30+ 10/11 Which body part is often neglected in muscle-building workouts? Legs Back Forearms Abs 11/11 What is the recommended duration of a muscle-building workout? 10 minutes 30 minutes 2 hours 45-60 minutes