How to gain strength and increase muscle mass - Test
  • 1. What is the primary macronutrient for muscle growth?
A) Fiber
B) Fats
C) Carbohydrates
D) Protein
  • 2. Which training style is MOST effective for hypertrophy?
A) Bodyweight exercises only
B) High weight, low reps
C) Moderate weight, moderate reps
D) Low weight, high reps
  • 3. Progressive overload refers to:
A) Gradually increasing training stress over time
B) Decreasing weight each workout
C) Maintaining the same workout routine
D) Only focusing on cardio
  • 4. What is the minimum protein intake recommended for muscle growth (per kg of bodyweight)?
A) 3.0g
B) 1.6g
C) 0.5g
D) 0.8g
  • 5. Which of the following is a compound exercise?
A) Squat
B) Wrist Curl
C) Bicep Curl
D) Leg Extension
  • 6. What is the importance of rest in muscle growth?
A) Allows for muscle repair and growth
B) Burns extra calories
C) Reduces appetite
D) Prevents any muscle soreness
  • 7. What is creatine?
A) A supplement that increases ATP production
B) A steroid hormone
C) A type of protein
D) A fat burner
  • 8. How often should you train each muscle group for optimal growth?
A) Every day
B) Once per week
C) Once per month
D) 2-3 times per week
  • 9. What does DOMS stand for?
A) Direct Oxygen Muscle Supply
B) Decreased Oxygen Muscle Strength
C) Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
D) Daily Optimal Muscle Stimulation
  • 10. Which hormone is most important for muscle growth?
A) Insulin
B) Estrogen
C) Cortisol
D) Testosterone
  • 11. What is the function of carbohydrates in muscle growth?
A) Build muscle tissue directly
B) Provide energy for workouts and replenish glycogen
C) Suppress appetite
D) Help with fat loss
  • 12. What is the importance of warming up before a workout?
A) Burns extra calories
B) Prepares muscles and joints for exercise
C) Is not necessary
D) Reduces appetite
  • 13. What is the benefit of using a full range of motion?
A) Allows you to lift heavier weights
B) Minimizes muscle soreness
C) Speeds up the workout
D) Maximizes muscle fiber recruitment
  • 14. Which of the following is an example of a healthy fat source?
A) Processed Margarine
B) Bacon
C) Avocado
D) Fried Food
  • 15. What role does sleep play in muscle growth?
A) Has no impact
B) Allows for hormone regulation and recovery
C) Burns extra calories
D) Suppresses appetite
  • 16. What is catabolism?
A) The building of muscle tissue
B) A type of exercise
C) The process of fat burning
D) The breakdown of muscle tissue
  • 17. What is anabolism?
A) The building of muscle tissue
B) The process of fat burning
C) The breakdown of muscle tissue
D) A type of exercise
  • 18. Which of the following is a good source of leucine?
A) Orange juice
B) Whey protein
C) Soda
D) White bread
  • 19. What is the recommended rest time between sets for hypertrophy?
A) 10-20 seconds
B) 60-90 seconds
C) 3-5 minutes
D) No rest
  • 20. What is the effect of cortisol on muscle growth?
A) Increases energy levels
B) Promotes muscle growth
C) Has no effect
D) Breaks down muscle tissue
  • 21. What is the purpose of deloading?
A) To allow for recovery and prevent overtraining
B) To speed up the workout process
C) To burn more calories
D) To increase muscle growth
  • 22. What is the best way to track progress in weightlifting?
A) Only measuring muscle size
B) Only focusing on bodyweight
C) Tracking weight lifted and reps performed
D) Ignoring all measurements
  • 23. What is intermittent fasting?
A) Cycling between periods of eating and fasting
B) Eating whenever you are hungry
C) Eating only one meal per day
D) Completely avoiding food for extended periods
  • 24. What is the role of glutamine in muscle growth?
A) Directly builds muscle tissue
B) Supports immune function and muscle recovery
C) Burns fat
D) Increases energy levels
  • 25. How does stress affect muscle growth?
A) It has no effect
B) It increases appetite
C) It enhances muscle growth
D) It hinders muscle growth by raising cortisol
  • 26. What is a calorie surplus?
A) A very low calorie diet
B) Consuming the same amount of calories you burn
C) Consuming fewer calories than you burn
D) Consuming more calories than you burn
  • 27. Which is more important for muscle growth: diet or training?
A) Training only
B) Both are equally important
C) Neither is important
D) Diet only
  • 28. What is the role of insulin in muscle growth?
A) Breaks down muscle tissue
B) Transports nutrients into muscle cells
C) Has no effect
D) Increases fat storage
  • 29. Which of the following is an important micro nutrient for muscle growth and recovery?
A) Sugar
B) Saturated Fat
C) Vitamin D
D) White Flour
  • 30. Why are eccentric contractions important for muscle growth?
A) They burn more calories
B) They require less effort
C) They prevent muscle soreness
D) They cause more muscle damage, stimulating greater growth
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