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Group Fitness Instructor

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To help prevent class members from experiencing delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), a Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) should do all of the following EXCEPT:
  1. Begin a new training program gradually
  2. Begin training at a low intensity before progressing slowly
  3. Limit eccentric loading, particularly during the beginning phase of the program
  4. Limit training to 1-2 sessions per week
Explanation
Answer: D - It is counterproductive to reduce trainings to 1-2 sessions per week in order to reduce the likelihood of delayed onset muscle soreness; this will actually elongate the adaptation period of exercise. Instead, to allow the body’s muscles to adapt to the stress of a new exercise program, it is best to start gradually at a low intensity, while progressing slowly over the course of 1-2 weeks. Limiting eccentric loading will also help to prevent DOMS, especially early in the program.
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