ACE Personal Trainer Practice Exam

What is the primary objective of phase 3 in Functional Movement and Resistance Training?

1. Traditional resistance training for hypertrophy, strength, or endurance

2. Sport-specific training for advanced athletes

3. Improving flexibility and mobility only

4. Balance training for beginners

The correct answer is: Traditional resistance training for hypertrophy, strength, or endurance

The primary objective of phase 3 in Functional Movement and Resistance Training is centered around traditional resistance training focusing on hypertrophy, strength, or endurance. This phase is designed to advance the participant's overall fitness level by incorporating more structured and progressive resistance exercises. In this phase, individuals build upon the foundational movements and stability developed in previous phases, transitioning to more complex and load-bearing exercises. The focus is not only on increasing muscle size (hypertrophy) but also on enhancing overall strength and muscular endurance, which are essential for a broad range of physical activities. This approach allows participants to apply the functional movement patterns they have learned in earlier phases while progressively challenging their musculature and improving their performance capacity. By emphasizing resistance training in this phase, individuals can effectively work towards their fitness goals, whether that be gaining muscle mass, increasing strength, or developing endurance capabilities that carry over into their daily activities or specific sports.