Discuss ACSM 010-111 Exam Topic 1 Question 91

Case study: A new client who has been resistance training for 6 months, comes to you with a goal of increasing muscular size. Following health appraisal and fitness testing including a modified 1 RM test, you design a program to meet the client's goal. Which of the following regimens best defines an appropriate plan to achieve this client's goal?

A4-6 sets of 6-12 repetitions at 85% 1 RM

B1-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions at 75% 1 RM

C4-6 sets of 10-15 repetitions at 60% 1 RM

D1-3 sets of 6-12 repetitions at 60% 1 RM

Suggested Answer: A

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24 comments · newest first

Jolene 2 days ago

C seems too light for muscle growth.

Loren 7 days ago

True, but for size, A is more effective.

Myra 12 days ago

I feel like B could work too, more reps for endurance.

Mable 17 days ago

Yes, A targets hypertrophy perfectly.

An 23 days ago

But isn't 1-3 sets too low?

Chi 28 days ago

Agreed! 4-6 sets really push the muscles.

Brigette 1 month ago

I think option A is the best. High intensity for size!

Dalene 1 month ago

I like B for a safer approach, especially for beginners.

Ammie 1 month ago

A gives the right balance of volume and intensity.

Rikki 2 months ago

D is definitely not enough for muscle growth.

Anglea 2 months ago

C feels too low for someone experienced.

Gerald 2 months ago

True, but A targets strength and size effectively.

Beata 2 months ago

But B is good too, more reps for hypertrophy.

Mila 2 months ago

I agree, A seems solid. 85% is challenging.

Arlene 2 months ago

I think option A is the best choice. High intensity for size!

Leatha 3 months ago

Totally agree with A) for building muscle size!

Rashida 3 months ago

60% 1 RM? Really? That seems low for size.

Marya 3 months ago

C) sounds too light for serious gains.

Ressie 3 months ago

I think B) is better for muscle growth, honestly.

Dylan 3 months ago

A) is the classic hypertrophy range!

Virgina 4 months ago

I feel like option C could be a good choice since it has higher reps, but 60% 1 RM seems low for someone already training for 6 months.

Willis 5 months ago

I practiced a similar question where 4-6 sets were emphasized for hypertrophy, so I’m leaning towards option A, but I’m not entirely sure about the percentage.

Desirae 5 months ago

I think option B sounds familiar because it mentions 10-15 reps, which is often recommended for building size, but I’m not confident about the set range.

Chantell 5 months ago

I remember that for hypertrophy, the common range is usually 6-12 reps, but I'm not sure if 85% 1 RM is too heavy for that.

ACSM 010-111 Exam - Topic 1 Question 91 Discussion