Which statement best illustrates strength training as an example?

• A. High repetitions, low loads; focuses on endurance.
• B. Moderate repetitions with moderate loads; focuses on flexibility.
• C. Low repetitions, high loads; aims to increase muscle size, strength, and power.
• D. Short bursts with no resistance training.

Answer: (C)

Strength training relies on challenging muscles with heavy resistance to spur adaptations in force production and neuromuscular control. This is most effectively achieved by performing low repetitions with high loads, which recruits more motor units and drives gains in muscle size, strength, and power. High repetitions with low loads target endurance rather than maximal strength, moderate repetitions with moderate loads may improve general fitness, and short bursts with no resistance won’t build strength. Therefore, the description of low repetitions with high loads aimed at increasing muscle size, strength, and power best illustrates strength training.