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Weight Training
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an exercise program involving the use of weights to develop the overall strength of the body; a form of resistance training
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Circuit Training
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weight training program in which the participant does a specific amount number of exercises in a required amount of time. Designed to improve muscle strength and endurance
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Repetition maximum
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the amount of weight that can be lifted one time with good form
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Repetition
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the total number of times a person performs a specific exercise
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Set
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the number of repetitions done to one muscle or muscle group
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Free weights
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barbells, dumbbells
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Exercise machines
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machines designed to provide resistance to exercise movements
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Musculoskeletal fitness
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describes the fitness level of the muscular and skeletal systems. Components include: flexibility, muscle strength, muscle endurance
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Flexibility
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the ability of the joints, muscles and tendons to move freely with full range of motion; improved through stretching exercises
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Muscle strength
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the amount of force a muscle can exert at one time; improved by increasing the amount of weight lifted
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Muscle endurance
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the ability to repeat a muscle movement over a period of time; improved by increasing the number of repititions
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Bulk
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large muscular mass
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