NETA Personal Trainer Practice Exam

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What is the appropriate weight for the YMCA Bench Press test for women?

35 pounds
55 pounds
85 pounds
65 pounds

The correct answer is: 35 pounds

The YMCA Bench Press test is designed to assess muscular endurance through a standardized exercise. For women participating in this test, the appropriate weight to use is 35 pounds. This weight is specifically chosen to ensure that the test can accurately measure endurance in a wide range of female participants, regardless of their fitness levels. It allows for a focus on the number of repetitions performed rather than the amount of weight lifted, which aligns with the test's intention to assess endurance rather than maximum strength. Many other options presented in the question exceed the recommended weight for women and could lead to an inaccurate assessment of endurance, increasing the risk of injury or fatigue that may skew results. The 35-pound weight provides a reasonable challenge that aids in evaluating performance while maintaining safety and appropriateness for the demographic being tested.