2016.07.06 CSCS Daily Study Question:
Which of the following is an example of exercise programming to elicit “preexhaustion?”
(A) Concentration curls then preacher curls
(B) Seated calf raises then straight-leg deadlift
(C) Shoulder press then dumbbell lateral raises
(D) Triceps extension then close-grip bench press
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Correct Answer:
(D) Triceps extension then close-grip bench press
Explanation:
“Preexhaustion” is an exercise ordering method in which a single-joint exercise is performed first to fatigue a muscle group that will be worked by a multi-joint exercise. The correct answer choice here involves preexhausting the triceps with a triceps extension exercise and then moving right into the close-grip bench press, which is a multi-joint exercise that involves the triceps. Concentration curls and preacher curls are both single-joint exercises, seated calf raises and straight-leg deadlifts focus on different muscles, and the shoulder press is a multi-joint exercise and lateral raises are a single-joint exercise. Shoulder press and lateral raises could be considered exercises for preexhaustion if the order were reversed (lateral raises then shoulder press).
Reference:
Essentials of Strength Training & Conditioning 3rd edition p. 391
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2016.07.06 CSCS Daily Study Question