Strength training is described as resistance to prepare the body for exercise and reduce injury. Which statement best fits?

• A. Cardiovascular conditioning through steady-state running.
• B. Flexibility training focusing on range of motion.
• C. Resistance training such as weights to prepare the body and lower injury risk.
• D. Mental rehearsal and relaxation techniques.

Answer: (C)

Strength training uses resistance to overload the muscles, provoking adaptations that increase strength, power, and the ability to handle the demands of sport. This type of training aims to prepare the body for exercise and, by improving muscle strength, tendon and joint stability, and movement control, it helps reduce the risk of injury. The option describing resistance-based activities like weights to build strength fits this purpose best. The other options describe different training focuses: cardiovascular conditioning develops heart and lung endurance, flexibility work targets range of motion, and mental rehearsal is a cognitive technique rather than physical resistance training.