Asked by Sebastian Veneziano on Mar 10, 2024

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​Arnold wants to increase his muscular strength; Sinclair wants to increase his muscular endurance. What should each of them do to achieve these goals?

A) ​Arnold should do more repetitions with less exertion; Sinclair should do fewer repetitions with more exertion.
B) ​Arnold should do more repetitions with more exertion; Sinclair should do fewer repetitions with less exertion.
C) ​Arnold should do fewer repetitions with less exertion; Sinclair should do more repetitions with more exertion.
D) ​Arnold should do fewer repetitions with more exertion; Sinclair should do more repetitions with less exertion.

Muscular Strength

Refers to the maximum amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can exert in a single effort.

Muscular Endurance

The ability of a muscle, or group of muscles, to perform repetitive contractions over a period of time without becoming fatigued.

  • Identify strategies for improving muscle strength and endurance.
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Carly Nun yaMar 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
To increase muscular strength, Arnold should focus on lifting heavier weights for fewer repetitions (more exertion, fewer reps). To increase muscular endurance, Sinclair should do more repetitions with lighter weights (less exertion, more reps).