Determining Initial Load

Question 1

common signs and symptoms of muscle fatigue

Answer 1

muscle soreness/cramping
muscle tremor
slowing reps
jerky movement
not full rep
compensation
RPE>16

Question 2

importance of doing tests and measures prior to resistance training

Answer 2

indication/contraindication
don’t want to overwork them with weight or work without full ROM
to determine which type of exercise program needs to be concentrated on

Question 3

contraindications to resistance exercise

Answer 3

pain
inflammation
sever cardiopulmonary disease