NMSU-Alamogordo Weights Training P.E. 102/202

Repetition the number of times an exercise is performed without any intervening rest period; should be gradually increased from two to no more than ten repetitions. (Each individual movement from starting position back to starting position.)

A great number of repetitions tends to produce greater changes in endurance whereas a few number or repetitions with heavier weights tend to favor the development of both strength and endurance. The lower and upper limits of eight repetitions are recommended.

Breathing is to "inhale during the lifting phase" and to "exhale with the return movement". Make sure not to hold your breath during a heavy lift or you may become dizzy. When the breath is held too long, the blood flow to the head slows down, lowering the supply of oxygen to the brain.

Weights are graduated in pound ranging from 21/2, 5, 10, 25, 35, and 45.

Spotters are the individuals responsible for the safety of the lifter and the loading of weight plates. Generally one or two spotters are used.

Lifting Belt the lifting belt is made of thick leather and is used to give physical support to the lower back. The belt is generally worn with free weights (Squats).

Universal Gym is the weight machine consisting of one unit on which several students can work out at one time. The unit consists of weight stacks connected by pulleys to levers or lifting bars. The levers and pulleys allow variable resistance.

Free Weights are lifting stations of weights not connected to pulley or levers.

Barbell Bar is usually around five to seven feet long with weight plates attached to each end. The long bar is 45 lbs, short bar is 25 lbs, and the small bar is 15 lbs.

Max is usually refers to the most amount of weight that can be performed for one repetition in any exercise.

Flexion is the bending of a joint. (Bench Press).

Extension is the straightening of a joint (Bench Press).